Provocative and raw, Upper Cut unravels the fight for diversity and black representation through today’s coalition politics, the hope and rebirth of New Labour and delves into the troubled heart of a Labour party struggling under the might of Thatcher’s Tory revolution. Upper Cut is inspired by true political events.
“Seventy percent of my constituents are white, Karen. I have to be a politician, who ‘happens’ to be black. Not a black man who ‘happens’ to be a politician.”
Karen loves politics. She’s a rising star but on the eve of a general election she risks her career and reputation in a bitter and contentious fight over whether to allow short lists for black Parliamentary candidates. Deselected by her party, and betrayed by the men she loves, Karen must embark on a relentless road to power and political redemption.
Playwright and journalist Juliet Gilkes Romero's World War One drama At the Gates of Gaza won Best Play Award at the Writer’s Guild of Great Britain in 2009. The production is kindly supported by Jerwood Space.
At the Southwark Playhouse from 7 January 2015 until 7 February 2015, book your Upper Cut tickets today!
*Please note: There will be smoking on stage during this production.