20 Stories High,

in association with

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TOUCHY

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An online film series
Commissioned by

Supported by
  

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Five short films. Five unique stories. Five reasons to watch.
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A mash up of theatre and music video – interweaving beats, drama, poetry, animation, visuals and original music. We follow the journey of six characters as they navigate their way through the tactile highs and lows of young adulthood.

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Winner of the OnComm Award 2022

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The Stories

 

#1: Jemell’s Story

Blends Hip-Hop and storytelling to tell the story of a young Black lad living with undiagnosed autism.
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Performed by Mal Lidgett

Thursday 13th May // 7pm
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Content Warning: Jemell’s story contains themes of racism, mental health and substance abuse.
Also contains strong language and the use of the “N” word.
Age Guidance: 13 plus

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#2: Jazz’s Story

A tender and uplifting R’n’B love story exploring public displays of affection in a same sex relationship.
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Performed by Faye Donna Francis

Thursday 20th May // 7pm

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Age Guidance: 13 plus

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#3: Ella and Ste’s Story

Investigates consent, with a story that explores the conflicting recollections of an intimate moment from many moons ago.
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Performed by Izzy Campbell and Pari Richards

Thursday 27th May // 7pm

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Age guidance: 13 plus

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#4: Sophie’s Story

Explores how a young woman renegotiates her relationship with her Grandad Kojo during lockdown.
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Performed by Anita Welsh

Thursday 10th June // 7pm

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Age guidance: 13 plus

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#5: Max’s Story

A young trans guy guides us through his discoveries around social touch with a funny and heart-warming animation.
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Performed by James Cast

Thursday 17th June // 7pm

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Age guidance: 13 plus

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Co-created by 20 Stories High with a multi-talented collection of rappers, singers’ actors, poets, beatmakers, writers, visual artists, animators. Touchy offers a unique exploration in the world of touch.

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Photos by Wesley Storey (Please note that these photos were taken in 2019 before any of the Covid-19 social distancing restrictions were introduced)