An alternative Easter (From Redhill And Reigate Life)

An alternative Easter

10:58am Wednesday 12th April 2006

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Warehouse Theatre Company in co-production with JID Theatre Company present My Life, an autobiographical portrait of teenage life in London by young playwright Karla Williams.

In My Life Kia has more to deal with than your average 16-year-old; her life changes suddenly after the death of her mother and a close friend. Love, pain, faith and loss all have an impact on the resilient Kia in this life-affirming pursuit of strength and happiness.

These themes are cleverly interwoven with the usual rites of passage in teenage life to create a bittersweet portrayal of one teenager's discovery of faith as she steers into adulthood.

On mounting her first co-production with Warehouse Theatre Karla says: "I am overwhelmed and excited that one of my plays has made it to professional theatre. I can't wait to see it on stage."

Karla Williams studied drama and theatre at London Metropolitan University and at 23 has already written three plays and with the guidance of Talawa Young Writers is writing a fourth.

This is the first production by JID Theatre Company, which aims to become a credible voice addressing real issues and tensions of people today.

JID is committed to explaining the Gospel in a realistic, relevant way and intends to open up a discussion between the audience and the nine-strong cast during post-show discussions.

- My Life Warehouse Theatre, Dingwall Road, Croydon April 12 £6.50, £15 020 8680 4060

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