Meet The Kids Show
In this powerful coming-of-age drama, four teenagers a rapper, a poet, a vulnerable girl, and an overachiever -struggle to reclaim their voices in a world that tries to silence them.
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Quincy, an aspiring rapper, is torn between loyalty to his friends and his convictions. Angelique, a high-achiever, battles self-doubt and societal expectations. Billie-Jo, consumed by grief, finds solace in poetry. Meanwhile, Jessica, seeking belonging, is trapped in the manipulative grip of an older man.
As their lives intertwine, they face a choice remain silent or speak their truth and fight for their futures.
Cast and Creatives
Ky-mani Carty – Quincy
Matilda Baffoe – Jessica
Kayla Rowe-Wilson – Angelique
Lola Cripps-Young – Billie-Jo
Jamal Abdul – RJ / Francis (Rance)
Desiri Okobia – Mrs Cleopatra
Felisha Grace – Chinuke / Bonnie (Voice)
Olivier Kriger – Perez
Desiri Okobia – Writer, Director, Producer
Giza Smith – Production Assistant
Odilia Egyiawan – Movement Direction
Running Time – 95 minutes – (15 minute interval)
Age Recommendation – 12+ (Key Stage 3 & Above)
Meet the Kids is recommended for audiences aged 12 and above due to its mature themes around peer pressure, identity, safeguarding, and resilience. While there is no extreme language, the play explores grooming, exploitation, and gang influence in a way that requires emotional maturity.
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How to get there
Buses connect to Elephant & Castle (12, 171), Oval (36, 436), (Vauxhall (36, 436), Peckham Rye (12) and Brixton (345) stations.
Accessibility
At Theatre Peckham, we aim to be as accessible as possible. Our foyer, theatre, and downstairs studio have step-free access. We also have accessible toilets both on the ground floor and upstairs.
Please contact our Box Office and Admin Officer, Carly Fernandez Gianni on 020 7708 5401 or email boxoffice@theatrepeckham.co.ukshould you need any assistance or if you require a companion access seat.
We have assisted listening loops available, if you would like to use one please speak to a member of the Front of House team.
221 Havil St
Peckham
London
SE57SB
United Kingdom
