Ella Road's debut play, The Phlebotomist is a powerfully provocative vision of a dystopian future, questioning the value we place on one another, whether knowledge really is power, and if love truly can conquer all at the Hampstead Theatre.
'I'm not that into this whole ratings thing to be honest... shouldn't we just go for who we fancy?'
Bea meets Aarron. He's intelligent, handsome, makes her laugh and most importantly, has a high rating on his genetic profile. What's not to like? Char has two degrees and is on the brink of landing her dream job but her rating threatens all... In a racist world where health, wealth and happiness depend on a single blood test - dictating everything from bank loans to dating prospects - phlebotomy reigns supreme. So how far will people go to beat the system?
Sam Yates makes his Hampstead Theatre Main stage directional debut. His theatre credits include Glengarry Glen Ross starring Christian Slater (West End), Murder Ballad (West End), and The El. Train, starring Ruth Wilson (Hoxton Hall). 
Rising star Jade Anouka plays Bea. Jade's theatre work includes Queen Margaret (Royal Exchange), Cover My Tracks (The Old Vic) and Shakespeare Trilogy (Donmar). She is currently starring in ITV's new drama, Cleaning Up, with Sheridan Smith.
At the Hampstead Theatre from 19 March to 20 April 2019, book your The Phlebotomist tickets today!