Stuck in a dead-end job serving coffee, Kayla longs for something more. But a chance meeting opens the door to a high-powered job in the world of PR: a new world, with a dark side. Plunged into a ‘work hard, play hard’ culture, imposter syndrome and a secret relationship with her boss, Kayla’s story is a rollercoaster that spirals out of control.
The High Life is a witty, intimate drama exploring toxic workplaces, relationships, systemic racism and the pressure to be a success through the eyes of a young black woman. The High Life is a new play by playwright Scott Younger, produced by Forest Theatre Company.
Director: Sarah Githugu
Writer: Scott Younger
Producer: Olivia Burgin
Performer: Feyisara Mendes
Designer: Josie Ireland
Praise for writer and company’s previous productions:
***** “Delightfully quirky” – Broadway Baby. (For ‘The Baffling Adventures of Question-Mark Man’)
“A delight to watch” – The Spectator. (For ‘Don’t Send Flowers’)
“A really thoughtful and enjoyable piece of new writing” – Theatre Things. (For ‘Don’t Send Flowers’)
