Extensively researched and highly acclaimed LADY IN RED combines superb dialogue, a compelling plot, powerful performance and evocative colours to take the audience on a moving and thought-provoking journey with 'Rose' - enabling them to explore one woman's attempts to leave an abusive relationship and the barriers she faces.

This moving domestic violence drama enables audiences to connect with the issues on a personal and emotional level helping them to ‘experience’ the subject matter and develop a deeper understanding and insight into the complex issues of domestic abuse. LADY IN RED explores all elements of domestic abuse and is particularly concerned with highlighting the effects of emotional and psychological abuse.

The performance lasts 45 minutes and is accompanied by an after-show discussion. This discussion workshop offers a useful means of examining attitudes, addressing myths, stereotypes and facts, providing valuable insights and breaking down pre-conceived ideas. This can be tailored for specific group domestic violence training or used as an open opportunity to explore the issues in more depth.

Every Family has its secrets. The Maddock Family has more than most…

SOON - There will be no secrets… SOON - There will be no Family

THE KNOT is a fast moving, hard-hitting play that pulls no punches. Tense drama and black humour fuse to present a powerful story of one family's refusal to confront the knot of secrecy that is slowly choking it to death…leading to the explosive confrontation that will finally unravel The Knot.

‘THE KNOT’ began life in 1995 and since then has toured hundreds of venues Nationwide provoking an amazing response from all who have experienced it - Child Protection Teams, Schools, Colleges, Women's Refuge Groups.

An extremely gripping, original play focusing on the issues of family relationships, domestic violence and alcohol abuse, it tells the story of one family's disintegration under the burden of domestic violence.

Acclaimed as a stunning and moving exploration of these issues, ‘THE KNOT’ is an experience that offers a unique opportunity to explore the interpersonal dynamics involved in these complex issues.

The play lasts 1hr and is accompanied by a discussion workshop directly after the performance.

Magistrates, Victim Support and public audiences. One word has resounded again and again throughout the tour; "Excellent!"

THE KNOT had, what may well be, its last performance in March 2006. Although we still receive requests for this award-winning drama, we lack the funding needed to take on a new actor or to film the play. Therefore 'The Knot' is not currently available. If you would like to discuss funding this play or any of our work please contact Claire on 01772 731024 or email us

LIFE : Existence, Mortality, Being

SENTENCE : Jail, Judgement, Punishment

There's a three stage process - Denial, anger, acceptance - and that's true"

From the confines of prison, 'Penny' - a young mother, tells of the horrifying sequence of events, leading up to her life-sentence - but is anybody really listening…? This short, sharp solo performance reveals some of the wider implications of domestic abuse.

MOCKINGBIRD HIGH Brand new drama by Certain Curtain Theatre Company. It is a compelling, lyrical exploration of the devastating impact of domestic violence on young people and family relationships.

An essential experience for anyone working in the field of safeguarding children, this latest drama examines the ‘cycle of abuse,’ sexual bullying, patterns of abusive behaviour and the long-term impact on children.

MOCKINGBIRD HIGH is featured in the SCHOOL'S OUT - ONE DAY TRAINING EVENTS ON EFFECTS OF DOMESTIC ABUSE ON CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE.
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