Hilarious and heartbreaking in equal measure, Toxic is the critically-acclaimed new show from award-winning theatre maker Nathaniel J Hall (First Time, It’s A Sin).
“This is the story of how we met, fell in love, and f*cked it up.”
Manchester 2017. A chance meeting on a hook-up app sets two damaged thirty-something hearts on a spectacular collision course. Born into Thatcher’s Britain of race riots and rampant homophobia and growing up in the shadow of Aids and Section 28, the pair form a trauma bond so tight, they might just survive it all. But sometimes survival means knowing when to leave.
Reviews
A starkly beautiful, honest and funny diver into the realities of a break up. Go see it
- Divina de Campo
An intimate portrait of queer love, aching with authenticity, pain and joy
Venue Accessibility:Assistance Dogs WelcomeWheelchair AccessibleAccessible Toilet This is combined information – if this event is happening across multiple venues, please be aware this may not be applicable across all performances.For any queries about venue accessibility, including step free access, please contact box office. Age suitability: 18+ (Restriction)Babes in Arms policy: Under 2's are not allowed at this event.
Content Warnings:
Audience Interaction Strong Language Contains Haze/Smoke Effects Strobe Lights in Use Loud Noises References to Drug/Alcohol Misuse References to Sexual Abuse Depictions and references to ViolenceAdditional Content Warning: Scenes of recreational drug use, scenes of a sexual nature, strong language, threat of violence, bullying, use of homophobic and stigmatising language, references to sexual abuse, frank discussion of racism, scenes of emotional and physical abuse.
Health warnings: Includes strobe, flashing lights, total blackout, balloons/latex, high noise levels throughout, and unexpected noises