It’s the Economy, Stupid!

It’s the Economy, Stupid!

Cast Second Space (unallocated)

Thu 20 March

7.15PM

Based on a true story of a family caught up in the 90s recession, It's the Economy, Stupid! reveals the humanity behind economics. Armed with bags, boxes and an old board game, Joe Sellman-Leava and Dylan Howells embark on a quest to uncover how the economy wins elections, and why the force that dominates our lives is so bloody complicated! 

Developed with and directed by internationally acclaimed Katharina Reinthaller, and produced by Worklight Theatre, It's the Economy, Stupid! is a bold new play from the Fringe First winning creators of Labels and Fanboy, touring the UK after its sold-out, critically acclaimed run at Edinburgh Fringe! 

Runtime 60 minutes

Age recommendation 12+

Promises to leave you both entertained and enlightened – ★★★★ Theatre Weekly 

Smart, sharp...deftly blends the personal with the political – ★★★★ The Stage

Genuine delight and a lot of charm – ★★★★ Playbill

Very funny, poignant, expertly delivered...catch it while you can! – ★★★★ Broadway Baby 

An impassioned call to action – ★★★★½ The Arts Hub

An effective double act…both performers bring charisma and intelligence – The Guardian

 

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Developed by Dylan Howells (he/him), Katharina Reinthaller (she/her), Joe Sellman-Leava (he/him)

 

Writer Joe Sellman-Leava (he/him)

 

Director and Dramaturg Katharina Reinthaller (she/her)

 

Designer Dylan Howells (he/him)

 

Sound Designer Fin Claydon

 

Magic Consultant Rhys Jones (they/them)

 

Outside Eyes James Rowland (he/him), Lauren Mooney, Stewart Pringle, 
Callum Elliott-Archer

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