One Way Out

On A level results day, Devonte, Tunde, Paul and Salim finally leave Sixth form and embark on their first steps towards independence. With all their ambitious goals ahead of them, placed stereotypes and social bias begin to frustrate their views on life. The play debuted at Theatre Peckham’s 2022 Young, Gifted and Black Festival before winning the 2023 Untapped Award (from Underbelly, New Diorama Theatre, Concord Theatricals and Nouveau Riche). The play then premiered at the 2023 Edinburgh Fringe Festival following its win.