Ester Baker discusses Synergy Theatre Project and new show Providers
Synergy Theatre Project is more than just a theatre company. Formed over 20 years ago they work across theatre and the criminal justice system, including within prisons putting on work with prisoners, whilst the shows they put on will often include ex-prisoners in both the cast and creative roles.
That’s certainly true of their next show, Providers, a new play about family, money and what we do when we don’t have enough of it. Not only does the cast include ex-prisoners alongside professional actors, but so does the backstage team.
We chat with Artistic Director Esther Baker about their new show, why Synergy does what it does, what it’s like working in prisons, and quite why in an ideal world the company just wouldn’t exist!
Providers comes to Brixton House 25 – 29 March. Further information available here.
Providers
Brixton House
25 – 29 March
Mia and Christa are sisters. Saleem and Yusuf are brothers.
With no parents about and the cost of living biting, Mia and Saleem strike up a new friendship, and a new side hustle…
Providers is a gripping, raw, and real new play about family, money and what we do when we don’t have enough of it.
Set in South London, this story speaks to the reality of young people today – navigating school, home, and a future that feels out of reach. It’s about the choices we make and the ones made for us.
If you’ve ever felt pressure to provide, this story will hit home.
Performed by a company of professional and ex-prisoner actors.
Post-show Q&As following all performances.
Further information and tickets available here.
