Section 28 and Me by Tom Marshman at The Weston Studio

Tom Marshman returns to the stage with a brand new piece of writing for 2025 – Section 28 and Me.

The show explores queer stories around the effects that Section 28 had on the LGBTQIA+ community.

Section 28 was a piece of legislation which came into effect in May 1988 during Margaret Thatcher’s time as Prime Minister, lasting as late as 2003. It stated that local authorities in England, Scotland and Wales must not promote homosexuality, promote the teaching of the acceptability, not publish materials with the intention of promoting homosexuality.

Theatre-maker Tom Marshman asks what the impact of growing up under this legislation was. As well as drawing on his own personal reflections, he asked queer and intergenerational communities what their stories were.

Described as ‘playful’ and ‘heartfelt’, Tom Marshman excels at creating insightful theatre so this is definitely one to  watch.

For more information about Tom Marshman, visit: https://www.tommarshman.com/

Cast and Creatives
Written and Performed by Tom Marshman
Produced by Sarah Warden
Light Design byRyan O’Shea
Sound Designer – Jen Bell, Adam Combes, Bernie Hodges
Director – Laura Dannequin
Outside Eye – Jen Bell, Caroline Williams
Dramaturg – Ben Buratta
Costume – Julian Smith
Tech – Ryan O’Shea
Access support – Iman Sultan West

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