Appointments
Based on a screenplay by Denis Osbourne.
Edited, co-written, produced and directed by Christina Ford in collaboration with Second Chance Drama Players.
2015
Appointments - Image courtesy of Second Chance Drama Players
A touching, thought-provoking informative performance exploring lived experiences of substance misuse and the stigma attached. The material was developed via weekly drama workshops with Second Chance Drama Players.
Appointments was performed at Broadway Theatre Barking on 5th March 2015
Commissioned by CRI Drug and Alcohol Support Service.
“I have been doing the drama group from when it first started. I had never done drama in my life but it seems to have brought out a hidden talent in me. It is made interesting, fun and has given me a lot of confidence”
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Participant Feedback
“Learnt not to judge. You have no idea what someone has been through which has led them to where they are. This play should be seen by as many people as possible. It will save lives”
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Audience Feedback
“Thank you to Christina Ford for being such an inspiring person to work with, who has much passion and motivation”
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Staff Feedback
Creative Team
Music Producer: Paul Macalesher
Director/Facilitator: Christina Ford
Recovery worker/Co-facilitator: Jean Dyerson
Cast:
Pauline Benjamin
Colin Carleton
Sharon Lindeman
Dennis Osborne
Brian Tunney
Georgina Twist
Lee Welch