Cool Rules and Fams
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Kno Love Productions, Breaking Cycles and makin projects in association with The Albany presents:
Cool Rules and Fams
“UK's leading hip-hop theatre makers”
TIMEOUT
The Drum is proud to welcome British dance guru’s Jonzi D and Benji Reid and their thrilling double bill of hip-hop theatre Cool Rules and Fams, Sat 18 Oct, 7.30pm.
The show features two performances Cool Rules and Fams.
Cool Rules- directed by Jonzi D
Depicted through dance and theatre Cool Rules follows the hopes and aspirations of a young man growing up in modern Britain. Set against a backdrop of exploding stars and universal truths the performance uses physical lyricism with verbal dexterity to present a fierce uncomromising tale of pride fear and hope. Exploring the explosion of violence within young communities Cool Rules brings you back to gritty urban reality with a bump.
Fams- directed by Benji Reid
Fams depicts the comical journey of two men trying to work out who they are and where they’re going in life from when they meet in a hospital waiting room. The piece explores issues facing identity and modern relationships between fathers and sons. These two strangers embark on a life changing journey together and leave the waiting room as brothers. This captivating show is co-written and directed by Benji Reid.
As part of The Drum’s UnionBlack season, Cool Rules and Fams is a show not to be missed. Tickets are £6 (£4), under 14’s are £3, to book now call box office on 0121 333 2444 or online at www.the-drum.org.uk.
MEDIA CONTACT: Sally Hawkesford on 0121 333 2404 or e-mail: s.parmar@the-drum.org.uk.
Notes to Editors:
Black History Month
Black History Month has been celebrated across the UK every October for more than 30 years, each year growing from strength to strength. Black History Month is a time when communities highlight and celebrate the achievements of black communities and uncover hidden history about our communities.
Date: 18 Oct, 7.30pm
Title: Cool Rules and Fams
Ticket Price: £6 (£4), under 14’s £3
Venue: The Drum
Box Office: 0121 333 2444
Suitable for age 12
