JOE CARSTAIRS

PRESENTED BY STONECRABS THEATRE
WRITTEN BY FRANKO FIGUEIREDO & KRYSIA MANSFIELD
DIRECTED BY SELWIN HULME-TEAGUE & ROBYN LEXI
"It is the world that must change, not I."

In the midst of the roaring twenties, Joe Carstairs emerged as a rebellious force, defying societal expectations to become a war hero and the fastest boat-racer of her generation. But steering against the expectations of her class and culture came at a cost, with the tides of destiny propelling her in unexpected directions.

Cut to present day, when Hik, a tenacious young playwright from humble origins, grapples with their own defiant spirit. After meeting strong-willed Tee at a writing workshop, they are presented with the opportunity to craft a play about Carstairs, but find their own identity questioned when tradition collides with progress. It seems their societal norms are not all that different from their idol’s 100 years earlier.

StoneCrabs Theatre’s new drama Joe Carstairs unleashes a highly charged fusion of movement, words and music that brings one of the 20th century’s boldest queer figures into sharp relief. This unforgettable show will challenge conventions, spark inspiration, and leave you pondering the meaning of personal freedom in a world determined to conform.

11 JUN: Theatre Club (Post Show)

Use code TCOMNIBUS at checkout for £10 tickets for this performances!

Free to ticket holders. 

4-22 JUN
7:30 PM TUES–SAT
2:30 PM SAT MATINEE
£18 STANDARD
£16 CONCESSION
£10 PREVIEWS

JOE CARSTAIRS

PRESENTED BY STONECRABS THEATRE
WRITTEN BY FRANKO FIGUEIREDO & KRYSIA MANSFIELD
DIRECTED BY SELWIN HULME-TEAGUE & ROBYN LEXI
"It is the world that must change, not I."

In the midst of the roaring twenties, Joe Carstairs emerged as a rebellious force, defying societal expectations to become a war hero and the fastest boat-racer of her generation. But steering against the expectations of her class and culture came at a cost, with the tides of destiny propelling her in unexpected directions.

Cut to present day, when Hik, a tenacious young playwright from humble origins, grapples with their own defiant spirit. After meeting strong-willed Tee at a writing workshop, they are presented with the opportunity to craft a play about Carstairs, but find their own identity questioned when tradition collides with progress. It seems their societal norms are not all that different from their idol’s 100 years earlier.

StoneCrabs Theatre’s new drama Joe Carstairs unleashes a highly charged fusion of movement, words and music that brings one of the 20th century’s boldest queer figures into sharp relief. This unforgettable show will challenge conventions, spark inspiration, and leave you pondering the meaning of personal freedom in a world determined to conform.

11 JUN: Theatre Club (Post Show)

Use code TCOMNIBUS at checkout for £10 tickets for this performances!

Free to ticket holders. 

4-22 JUN
7:30 PM TUES–SAT
2:30 PM SAT MATINEE
£18 STANDARD
£16 CONCESSION
£10 PREVIEWS

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Concessions

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Accessibility

All performance spaces and facilities are fully wheelchair-accessible. For more info please contact Box Office on 0207 498 4699.

Ticket Collection

We operate a paperless box office system. You will be emailed a receipt once you have booked in advance. There is no need to print this off, just state your name at the box office on arrival.

Café Bar

Serving a menu of hot drinks, craft beers, wine and seasonal cocktails before and after every show and a full home-made food menu including freshly baked pastries, delicious cakes and savoury light bites from Friday – Sunday.

Content Warnings
Age Recommendation

13+

Duration

1h30m

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