And Now For Something Completely Divergent is set to be performed in Sowerby Bridge
And Now For Something Completely Divergent is set to be staged at Sowerby Bridge Fire and Water on Saturday, September 26.
The idea for the play, which has already enjoyed three successful stagings at the Halifax Playhouse, originated from playwright Leila Jones’ work as a counsellor.
She said: “I noticed a lot of themes and similar experiences emerging and became especially aware of the impact that being neurodivergent, whether diagnosed or undiagnosed, was having on people, families and society.
“My aim is to simply share a window of what it might be like to live with autism and/or ADHD, amongst other behaviour profiles and conditions under the neurodivergent umbrella.
"I have found that very often such people are misunderstood or frustrated they feel their diagnosis defines them.”
Based on themes encountered over the years and friends’ anecdotes, she has created four neurodivergent characters who are thrown together in an attempt to help them open up.
But, once amongst ‘their own’, opening up is clearly not a problem and their tendency to overshare leads to plenty of humour.
“I hope audiences will be entertained more than anything” continued Leila. “But of course the messages are important, and one very strong theme is lack of support.
"The results of this can be life changing and devastating, so raising awareness is crucial.”
All proceeds made from the production will be donated to Yorkshire based charity the Henry Grierson ADHD & Mental Health Foundation.
And Now For Something Completely Divergent is on at 7pm on Saturday, September 26 at Fire and Water, Sowerby Bridge.
For tickets visit www.ticketsource.com/hazardous-productions