The voice of young disabled people often goes unheard. But not anymore – this raucous, radical, celebratory, and hard-hitting hip hop gig theatre show shared the good times and the not so good of times being young and disabled in 2023.

Funny, raw and surprising stories told by an amazing collective of actors, beatboxers, and dancers. With creative captioning, integrated sign language and integrated audio description.

Expect heavy beats, stunning visuals and full hearts.

Age guidance 14+

Co-produced by 20 Stories High, Graeae Theatre Company, Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse and LEEDS 2023.


A brand-new show exploring the ups and downs of being young and Disabled in 2023


 

Performance Dates:
National Tour Oct - Nov 2023

Show Information

Content Warnings

The show is full of jokes, empowerment and feel-good moments but also explores challenging themes around ableism, homelessness, substance misuse, financial difficulties and emotional trauma.

Contains strong language and gig level music. Contains flashing lights and haze. Resources are available.

Accessibility

All shows are creatively captioned and have BSL and audio description integrated.

Please contact venues to enquire about touch tours.

Cast

Joséphine-Fransilja Brookman

Chandu Gopalakrishnan

Maisy Gordon

Billy Pearson

Jayden Reid

Grace Savage

Creative & Touring Team

Co-produced by 20 Stories High, Graeae Theatre, Liverpool Everyman + Playhouse and LEEDS 2023.

Keith Saha – Writer & Director

Jennifer Sealey – Associate Artist

Sonny Nwachukwu – Assistant Director and Assistant Choreographer

Nickie Miles-Wildin, Lin Coghlan – Dramaturg

Miriam Nabarro – Designer

Shellby Hamer – Costume Supervisor

Ben Glover – Video Designer

Tony Gayle – Sound Designer

Rajiv Pattani – Lighting Designer

Chris Fonseca – Choreographer

Grace Savage – Composer & Musician

Daryl Jackson – BSL Consultant

Mandy Redvers-Rowe – Audio Description Consultant

Lou Platt – Artist Wellbeing Practitioner

Leanne Jones – Lead Producer

Lucy Graham – Assistant Producer

Lizzy Luxford – Producer
Michelle Cailleux – Producer
Tom Curteis – Producer

Gemma Scott – Company Stage Manager
Jordan Barnes – Technical Stage Manager
Mike Dunn – Production Manager

Lucy Graham, Jodi-Alissa Bickerton, Mette Philipsen & Roxy Daykin-Moores – Participation

Chandu Gopalakrishnan – Integrated Performance Interpreter

Jude Mahon, Pierce Starre – Interpreter

Donna Coleman – Access Worker

Vicky Berry – Access Manager

Helena Ascough, Sarah Hailstone, Jimmy Justice, Abby Melia, Joe Taylor, Bradley Thompson – Community Engagement Associate

Joe Harper – Artwork

Jack Ehlen – Photography

 

Supported by Arts Council England, Paul Hamlyn Foundation, The Coutts Foundation, Backstage Trust, Liverpool City Council, and Arts Council England Project Grant.

Resources

HIGH TIMES AND DIRTY MONSTERS - Programme

Our Standard Programme shares key information about High Times and Dirty Monsters, including background on the show, themes, and the people involved in bringing it to life. It offers a deeper insight into the creative process, while celebrating the voices and experiences at the heart of the work.

HIGH TIMES AND DIRTY MONSTERS – Self Care Toolkit

Our Self Care Toolkit is designed to support you before, during and after experiencing High Times and Dirty Monsters. It includes information about the show, its themes, and practical tools to help you look after your wellbeing, alongside signposting to further support if needed.

HIGH TIMES AND DIRTY MONSTERS – Signposting

Our Self Care Toolkit is designed to support you before, during and after experiencing High Times and Dirty Monsters. It includes information about the show, its themes, and practical tools to help you look after your wellbeing, alongside signposting to further support if needed

HIGH TIMES AND DIRTY MONSTERS – Resource Pack

Our Resource Pack is designed for teachers, youth workers and facilitators to explore the themes of High Times and Dirty Monsters with their groups. It includes background on the show, creative activities and discussion prompts, supporting deeper conversation, reflection and learning.

HIGH TIMES AND DIRTY MONSTERS - Easy Read Guide

Our Easy Read Guide offers a clear, accessible introduction to High Times and Dirty Monsters, using simple language and visual support to help you understand the show. It shares key information about the characters, themes and what to expect, supporting audiences to engage with the work in a way that feels comfortable and easy to follow.

HIGH TIMES AND DIRTY MONSTERS - Programme (Dyslexia Friendly)

Our Dyslexia-Friendly Programme shares key information about High Times and Dirty Monsters in a format designed to be clear, accessible and easy to read. It includes background on the show, themes, and the people involved, supporting audiences to engage with the work in a way that suits their needs.

HIGH TIMES AND DIRTY MONSTERS – Self Care Toolkit (Large Print)

Our Self Care Toolkit (Large Print Version) offers the same guidance and support in a clear, accessible format. It includes information about the show, self-care strategies, and signposting, ensuring more people can engage with the content comfortably.

HIGH TIMES AND DIRTY MONSTERS - Self Care Toolkit (Dyslexia Friendly)

Our Self Care Toolkit is designed to support you before, during and after engaging with High Times and Dirty Monsters. It includes information about the show, its themes, and practical tools to help you look after yourself, alongside signposting to additional support if you need it.

HIGH TIMES AND DIRTY MONSTERS – Self Care Toolkit (Screen Reader Accessible)

Our Self Care Toolkit (Screen Reader Version) is designed to support you before, during and after engaging with High Times and Dirty Monsters. It includes information about the show, its themes, and practical tools to help you look after yourself, alongside accessible signposting to further support if you need it.

HIGH TIMES AND DIRTY MONSTERS – Signposting (Large Print)

Our Self Care Toolkit (Large Print Version) offers the same guidance and support in a clear, accessible format. It includes information about the show, self-care strategies, and signposting, ensuring more people can engage with the content comfortably.

HIGH TIMES AND DIRTY MONSTERS – Signposting (Dyslexia Friendly)

Our Signposting (Dyslexia-Friendly Version) shares key support information in a format designed to be clear, readable and easy to navigate. It brings together organisations offering support across mental health, disability, housing and wellbeing, helping you find the information you need in a way that works for you.

HIGH TIMES AND DIRTY MONSTERS – Signposting (Screen Reader Accessible)

Our Signposting (Screen Reader Version) brings together a range of organisations offering support across mental health, disability, homelessness, and related experiences. Presented in an accessible format, it helps you find clear, practical support when you need it, in a way that works for you.

HIGH TIMES AND DIRTY MONSTERS – Resource Pack (Large Print)

Our Resource Pack (Large Print Version) offers the same content in a clear, accessible format. It supports facilitators and educators to explore the show’s themes while ensuring the material is easy to read and engage with.

HIGH TIMES AND DIRTY MONSTERS - Resource Pack (Screen Reader Accessible)

Our Resource Pack (Screen Reader Version) is designed to support teachers, youth workers and facilitators to explore the themes of High Times and Dirty Monsters. It includes background on the show, creative activities and discussion prompts, all formatted for accessibility, helping you create space for young people to reflect, question and express themselves.

Wellbeing Activity (Hand Breathing)

This guided mindfulness activity uses simple hand movements and breathing to help you slow down and find a moment of calm. By tracing your fingers and matching your breath, it offers an easy, accessible way to reset and ground yourself whenever you need it.

Wellbeing Activity (Stress Bucket)

Our Stress Bucket activity helps you explore what might be causing stress and what helps you manage it. Using a simple visual approach, it encourages you to recognise your triggers and identify the things that support your wellbeing.

Wellbeing Activity (Wellbeing Bingo)

Our Wellbeing Bingo is a playful way to explore different ways of looking after yourself. From small everyday actions to moments of joy, it encourages you to notice what supports your wellbeing and share this with others.

Wellbeing Activity (Whole Self MOT)

Our Whole Self MOT is a simple check-in tool to help you reflect on your mental, physical and emotional wellbeing. It supports you to pause, notice how you’re feeling, and think about small steps you can take to look after yourself.

Wellbeing Activities (Screen reader version)

Our Audio Described Wellbeing Activities provide guided, accessible exercises to support your mental wellbeing. Including breathing techniques, grounding exercises, and reflective activities, they offer practical ways to pause, reset and take care of yourself.