‘Buckled’ by Helen Jeffery, a compelling new play about navigating sobriety, is coming to The Atkinson in Southport on 20th March 2025.
Ruby doesn’t think she has a problem
Maggie’s almost six months into recovery
Then there’s Callum…..
Family, friendship and booze
Drinking to remember
And drinking to forget
Combining a banging soundtrack and spoken word, this piece dives deep into the drinking culture of contemporary Britain as it asks the question: How do you navigate sobriety in a world that revolves around drink?
Who: Written and directed by Helen Jeffery The play stars Tracy Spencer (Blood Brothers, Saturday Night Fever) as Maggie, Megan Cerys-Holland as Ruby (recently see in BAFTA Award Winning TV Series ‘Such Brave Girls’ ) and Al Bollands as Callum (Guest lead role in BBC’s ‘Doctors’.)
Where: The Atkinson, Southport – Thursday 20th March 7.30pm
Tickets from https://www.theatkinson.co.uk/events/buckled/
Suggested Age rating: 14+ Running time: 1 hr
Trigger warnings: Alcohol Dependency
Testimonials / Reviews
“A tight, well-written and well-executed examination of a wider, recognisable societal problem -an England where there’s always an excuse to have a drink, and seemingly no good reason to stop. Mature, intelligent work with plenty to say and a big heart.”
Vicky Anderson – Made Up Liverpool
‘Buckled ‘is a brilliant new piece of writing from Helen Jeffery, sensitively exploring an important topic. Moving, humorous and excellently staged.’
Elinor Randle – Artistic Director: Unity Theatre
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