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Prepare for a Hilarious and Thought Provoking Experience at Macready Theatre


Alex Hill. Photo courtesy of Macready Theatre.
Alex Hill. Photo courtesy of Macready Theatre.

Why I Stuck A Flare Up My A**e For England at Rugby School’s Macready Theatre on 26 & 27 January at 7.30pm.

Preview


Prepare for a hilarious and thought-provoking theatrical experience as Why I Stuck A Flare Up My A**e For England comes to Macready Theatre with a focus on men's mental health.


This blisteringly funny new play, written and performed by Alex Hill, follows Billy and Adam, two lifelong football fanatics whose unwavering devotion to their team takes a wild and unexpected turn.


When Billy's viral stunt at the EURO 2020 Final – sticking a flare up his own backside – catapults him to internet fame, their lives are thrown into disarray. As they navigate the fallout, the play delves into the complexities of belonging, the power of friendship, and the intoxicating fervour of football fandom, while also touching upon important themes of masculinity and mental health.


Macready Theatre is proudly joining forces with NHS Talking Therapies Coventry, Warwickshire and Solihull and It Takes Balls To Talk to raise awareness of men's mental health.


"Men's mental health remains an issue which is compounded as it is not widely discussed," explains Alastair Penman, Director of Adult and Older People's Mental Health Services. "Our Talking Therapies service receives 31% referrals from male applicants, while we know more men are experiencing poor mental health. This demographic is at higher risk of substance abuse, violence, and suicide. Our collaboration with It Takes Balls to Talk and Macready Theatre highlights our dedication to providing men with the support they need. Together, we can break the silence and build stronger mental wellbeing, one conversation at a time."


Following the Sunday 26 January performance, there will be a post-show Q&A session involving Writer and Performer Alex Hill, clinicians from NHS Talking Therapies, and the Founder of It Takes Balls To Talk, offering a valuable opportunity for audience members to engage in a deeper discussion about men's mental health.


“It Takes Balls To Talk is a local charity that encourages more people, especially men, to talk about their feelings,” explains Alex Cotton, found of the charity. “The mental health awareness campaign uses sporting themes and key messages to direct people to sources of support. We are proud to reach out to men and people who care about them where they are. Our goal working with NHS Talking Therapies is to reach people that other mental health services haven’t reached to improve their mental wellbeing earlier than if they had not met us, say at Macready Theatre – prevention, prevention, prevention.”


Amie Johnson, Theatre Manager at Macready Theatre, said: "I am absolutely delighted to bring this important and entertaining production to Rugby after seeing it at Edinburgh Fringe last August. Why I Stuck A Flare Up My A**e For England is not only hilarious but also offers a poignant exploration of masculinity and mental health. I am so proud to be partnering Rugby School’s Macready Theatre with NHS Talking Therapies and It Takes Balls To Talk. Together, we hope to raise awareness of these crucial issues and encourage open conversations within our community."


Don't miss this unforgettable and thought-provoking theatrical experience at Macready Theatre.

For more information and to purchase tickets: www.macreadytheatre.co.uk



 

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