Groomed

Groomed
Written and performed by Patrick Sandford
Directed by Nancy Meckler
Music by Simon Slater

A man goes back to his Primary School after many years.

He remembers the apparent kindness of his teacher, and what lay behind this kindness.

He remembers what happened in the classroom.

He remembers especially vividly the after-effects he carried into adolescence and adulthood.

A Japanese WW2 soldier won't believe the war is over.

A young Belgian invents a musical instrument.

Interlinking true stories to powerful – yet not shocking - effect, Groomed is a profoundly human testament to the healing power of theatre.

Previously presented at the UK Home Office, the Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh Fringe, and remarkably at the Vatican, Perth Theatre Associate Director Patrick Sandford brings his acclaimed play to Perth audiences for the first time.

With live saxophone music.

‘astonishing…eloquent…unmissable’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Guardian                     
‘remarkable, brave, inquiring theatre’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Financial Times
‘astounding and transformational’ Vatican Official  
      
Winner of 3 Outstanding Theatre Awards Brighton Fringe.
Finalist Best Male Performer Off West End Awards.

Age guidance: 15+ (Sexual references)
                                        
£19.50; Under 26s: £12.50 (inc £2.50 booking fee per ticket); NHS/Trauma Support workers £10