Presented by SH Productions in association with Cardboard Citizens and Arcola Theatre

Bangers

Written by Danusia Samal

Directed by Chris Sonnex

Smash hit Bangers is back to continue the party with an exhilarating night of original music, lyrical storytelling, and pure UK garage vibes.

It’s club night and the tracks are spinning. Two headliners crossfade between stories of love, sex, and the power of music – set against a backdrop of precarious lives in urban London.

Featuring original tracks inspired by early noughties and present-day R&B and Garage, Bangers follows the highs and lows of two strangers struggling with their own pasts, while hurtling towards the future.

This 5* Edinburgh smash hit is back to continue the party with an exhilarating night of original music, lyrical storytelling, and pure UK garage vibes. How do the bangers we grew up listening to shape who we are today?

Content Warnings: contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, scenes of a sexual nature &  strong language/swearing.

Post Show Q&A’s on Saturday 27th July – Matinee Performance: Join us for invaluable insight into the making of the 5* Edinburgh smash hit Bangers. With a post show discussion and Q+A led by Danusia Samal – Writer (out of sorts – Theatre503, Gangs of London – Sky, Bodies – Netflix) and Performer (B, How To Hold Your Breath – Royal Court, The Great – Hulu, The Two Noble Kinsmen – RSC). Other guest speakers include Director Chris Sonnex, composer, sound designer & performer Duramaney Kamara, performer Tanya-Loretta Dee, performer & musician Jim Caesar.

 

Cardboard Citizens : Cardboard Collective 
Cardboard Collective is a new boundary-breaking music and live events programme for young people aged 16- 25.
The Collective young people have been jamming together every week since  Jan 2024, mastering the art of song creation, live performance and event planning.
Join us for two nights of fresh talent, new music and great vibes. From alternative R’n’B to captivating spoken word performances, the lyrical content and beats you hear will have you hooked in no time!
This experience is created, produced and performed by Cardboard Collective’s Unheard Artists & Live Event Associates.
Catch the Collective performing after Bangers on:  Monday 29th July & Tuesday 6th August 
We can’t wait to see you!

 


★★★★ “The script really is marvellous, a mixture of singing, rapping and lyrical prose… Bangers is truly worth a watch”Theatre and Tonic

★★★★½ “Bangers is a vibrant and fizzing example of engaging storytelling. The exceptional talents of all involved create a seamless production that tugs at the heartstrings while making you want to lose yourself in the music and dance. ”The Reviews Hub

★★★★ “ I left with a big smile on my face thinking how good fringe theatre can be when it's like this ”Broadway World