Sheridan is having a bad day.

Her church is closing, Adult Social Care are on her case, and she can’t work out which ingredients she needs to make a bomb. With no one else to turn to, she climbs the scaffolding around a leaking steeple with a few questions for Whoever Is In Charge.

Following a critically acclaimed run at Edinburgh Fringe, Scaffolding is an explosive new play about strength, love and community performed by Kerry Norton and directed by Natalie Simone.

In addition to the play, there will be a short 15 – 20 minute performance of songs on themes of connection written by carers and young people with Learning Disabilities in the Documental Productions community. Local choirs have been invited to join in this performance. The lyrics are set to Makaton and it will be a chance to hear brilliant original songs and learn a few Makaton signs (the signing system for non-verbal people). Join us for a short and sweet double bill celebrating connection.

This performance is relaxed. This means we welcome anyone who prefers to attend events in a more informal environment for example neurodivergent audience members and those with learning disabilities and/or additional sensory and communication needs. During the show, audience members should feel comfortable making noise and moving around as and when they need to in a friendly environment. There is an admittance anytime policy, so you are free to come and go as you please. A number of sensory support items will be available, including fidget toys and ear defenders, as well as a Sensory & Scene Breakdown document which will detail what to expect in terms of content, bright lights, and loud sounds. Find out more about Access at Nottingham Playhouse here.

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The Stage
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The Scotsman
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Cast

Kerry Norton

Creatives

Writer Lucy Bell
Director Natalie Simone
Senior Producer Naomi Turner
Engagement Producer Susannah Bramwell
Sound Joseff Harris
Design Ella Barraclough
Lighting Rachel Duthie
Stage Manager Josh Lucas