
father unknown
“You need to get your priorities straight. Stop smiling. Get a job. Get some money. Provide. Sort out this bloody mess. You’re the Captain now.”
Written by Elijah Young, Jonah York, Dr Michael Richardson and Steve Byron and starring Ryan Nolan.
Father: Unknown is a play that was developed with the charity North East Young Dads and Lads and follows the story of Alfie, a teenager from Gateshead in the midst of his GCSEs who’s just found out he’s going to be a dad.
Directed by Jonah York, set design by Aileen Kelly, lighting design by Simon Cole and sound design by Jayne Dent.
Performed at Northern Stage and Durham Gala in 2023.
Available to watch on DigiDad
Winner
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