Spotlight on a dark stage

An original play by Jack Pritchard

Mind's Chaos(a theatre in education show)

A one act, two actor play about psychosis. Educational, thought provoking and fun, written for ages 14+.

Format

One act play

Cast

Two actors

Theme

Psychosis & mental health

Audience

Age 14+

About the play

A window into a misunderstood experience.

Mind's Chaos is a fast paced, two hander that takes young audiences inside the experience of psychosis with honesty, warmth and a surprising amount of humour. It cuts through stigma and myth, replacing fear with understanding.

Suitable for ages 14 and over, the play runs as a single act with a simple, flexible staging that fits a hall, studio or classroom. As well as secondary schools, it can be taken into sixth forms, universities or fringe theatre venues, and works beautifully alongside the follow up workshop and Q&A.

The result is theatre that entertains first and teaches naturally, leaving pupils thinking, talking and more compassionate about mental health.

Curriculum links

  • PSHE

    Mental health and wellbeing, empathy, reducing stigma, and knowing where to find support.

  • Drama

    Live performance analysis, theatrical devices, characterisation and practitioner style, supporting written and practical study.

What schools can expect

Educational

A clear, accurate and sensitive portrayal of psychosis that supports mental health learning.

Thought provoking

Themes that spark genuine reflection and discussion long after the performance ends.

Fun & engaging

Warmth and humour keep pupils gripped, so the message lands without ever feeling like a lecture.

Bring Mind's Chaos to your school.

Get in touch to discuss availability, pricing and how the performance and workshop can fit your timetable.

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