How Did I Get Here?
Pictures taken by Charles Flint Photography
After a dark event in Alex’s life, his parents force him to stay at an addiction treatment centre. Confused as to how addiction relates to his situation, he attempts to work out exactly how he got here. How Did I Get Here? is both a joyously funny and deeply moving piece of new writing that explores self-harm in men, the intricate connection between addiction & mental health and the struggle of finding hope & community when everything seems to be lost.
Performed at
The Bread & Roses Theatre, 20th of August-7th of September 2024
Team
Created under Making Waves Theatre Company
Written, Stage Managed & Co-Designed by Helen Squires
Directed, Produced & Co-Designed by Yusuf Niazi
Assistant Directed by Lorna Hale
Dramaturgy by Dr Parvinder Shergill
Perfomed by
- Luke Madaj
- Erica Tavares-Kouassi
- Niamh Drumgoole
- Yan Toby-Amisi
Reviews
“Watching Alex finding joy is a fascinating journey in this important play about addiction”
London Pub Theatres
☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
Award Nominations & Wins
Best New Play Rasing Awareness – London Pub Theatres Standing Ovation Awards 2024 – Nomination
Best Ensemble Acting – London Pub Theatres Standing Ovation Awards 2024 – Winner
Best Newcomer – Luke Madaj – Off West End Awards 2025 – Nomination