Drama Sat 31 May 2025

A Small Enclosed Room with Alfie Murphy

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A man with a surprised expression is wearing a shark-shaped costume that covers his head, with the costume’s mouth surrounding his face. The background is bright blue, and he appears to be bursting through torn paper, creating a dramatic effect. His eyes are wide open, and his lips are slightly pursed, adding to the comedic and quirky appearance.
A theatrical performance scene featuring a male actor in the foreground with a passionate expression, wearing a grey blazer with a zigzag pattern, a black graphic t-shirt, and a black bandana. His arms are outstretched as he speaks. In the background, a female actor stands near a storage case, looking off to the side. The stage is illuminated with soft purple lighting, and a sheer curtain serves as the backdrop.
A female actor sits on a round stage platform, gesturing expressively with her hands while speaking. She wears a floral-patterned cardigan over a white shirt, has curly hair, and glasses. In the background, a male actor in a blue hoodie and black trousers sits on a chair with one leg crossed over the other, looking towards her. The stage features a curtain backdrop with projected images of other people, creating a layered effect

“Bursting with energy and joy, thoughtfully crafted and very funny”  

A Youngish Perspective 

In Alfie’s fantasy world, it’s hard to tell who he is – rockstar, guru, actor, shark. Which version of him is showing up today? 

Renowned autistic artists Cian Binchy (The Level - ITV) and Anna Constable (Imposter 22 - Royal Court) bend the lines of fantasy, reality and masking, as they try to figure out how to be in the world. In a darkly comic universe, with shark chases, a rap about Devon, and some lovely cardboard cut-outs, they ask: When the person you show to the world is just a mask, what’s underneath?  

Co-produced by award winning company Access All Areas and The Lowry, and created by Cian Binchy in collaboration with Nick Llewellyn (Madhouse, The Interrogation) and writers Shaun Dunne (How to Tell a Secret - Netflix) and Leah Moore (Good Omens - Amazon Prime). 

A small enclosed room with a shark. What could go wrong?  

Dates

Sat 31 May 2025

Space

Cellar Theatre

Tickets

£15.00

Duration

65 minutes

Age guidance

14+

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Post Show Talk

There will be a post show talk on Sat 31 May.

  • Sat 31 May 2025
    7:45pm – 8:50pm
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