This ‘glorious and intoxicating five-star’ (Times) production based on Hanif Kureishi’s award-winning novel transfers for a limited 4-week season only.

South London in the late seventies. High unemployment, high inflation, food shortages and strikes. But despite the winter of discontent, 17-year-old Karim’s life is about to explode into glorious technicolour as he navigates a path to enlightenment. Or at the very least, Beckenham.

Director Emma Rice brings her unique and joyful style to Hanif Kureishi’s award-winning 1990 novel, exploring family, friends, sex, theatre and, ultimately, belonging, in a critically acclaimed production that will you leave you ‘on a rare high’ (Telegraph).

Running time: approx 2 hrs 50 mins (including 20 minute interval)

Please note that evening performances start at 7.15pm. Latecomers may not be admitted.

Age guidance 13+

This production contains scenes of an adult nature, including depictions of nudity and sexual acts, and swearing throughout. For more information about themes and contents of this play, please see our content advisory page.