Our latest partnership with SpeakerBox, saw 5 young people take to the stage at Theatre Peckham with a dynamic performance piece about their aspirations, identity, and life in London.
‘Our Voices: A Musical Story’ featured musical compositions inspired by drill, R&B, AfroBeats and more. This brand-new performance invited a private audience to listen to the voices of young people from Southwark’s Children in Care Council.
the process
The project grew from a suggestion by SpeakerBox members back in 2022 during a creative consultation session about how race and culture impacts young people’s experiences of social care.
After working together in six Monday evening workshops and four full day workshops, the young people used drama, music, poetry, and design to explore the stories that mattered to them, express themselves and create bold and original theatre!
DEVISED BY:
Young people from SpeakerBox
CREATIVE TEAM
Directors: Sapphire Joy & Russenï Fisher
Sound Designer: Michael Magambo
Set Designer: Sorcha Corcoran
Stage Manager: Young person from SpeakerBox
WITH THANKS TO:
wHAT DID people HAVE TO SAY ABOUT THE SHOW?
"I liked seeing the clear ownership the young people had at the event. It is so important for young people to express themselves however the feel comfortable!"
"I found it really profound how they opened up about their experiences. They let us into their world and also welcomed me to share mine."
"Their stories were authentic and their performance so engaging!"
- Visitors
people came to listen to the young people’s voices.
- participants
young people from SpeakerBox took part and performed in the project.
- Work
practitioners were employed from Bubble to help produce the show.
- Photo Gallery
