Carni Crush: Haringey stages debut play with actors facing barriers to training
Performances at McQueens Theatre in Wood Green on 8 August 2026 offer low-cost tickets to fund actor pay and future productions
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Haringey Council will stage Carni Crush, a new play performed by actors who have faced barriers to traditional acting training, on 8 August 2026. The production marks the council’s first venture into theatre, aiming to provide accessible entertainment without political or religious messaging.
The performances will take place at McQueens Theatre, 4 Coburg Road, Wood Green, N22 6UJ. Two shows are scheduled: one at 2 pm and another at 5:30 pm. Each performance will last approximately 75 minutes, according to details published on the council’s website.
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Ticket pricing and funding model
Tickets for Carni Crush are priced at £16.27, which includes a £15 base cost plus VAT. Haringey Council stated that the pricing structure is designed to ensure actors are paid through a tiered system, while also funding future productions and improving sound systems for subsequent shows.
The council described the play as low-cost entertainment suitable for all ages. No political or religious themes are included in the content, as confirmed by the event listing on the Haringey Council website.
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How to attend and next steps
Residents can purchase tickets through Eventbrite or contact the event organisers via email at applications@screenliftstudios.co.uk. The council has not announced whether additional performances will be scheduled beyond the two shows on 8 August.
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+Who is performing in Carni Crush?
The play features actors who have faced barriers to traditional acting school opportunities. Haringey Council stated this is part of an initiative to provide stage experience to underrepresented performers.
+How much do tickets for Carni Crush cost?
Tickets are priced at £16.27, which includes a £15 base cost plus VAT. The price covers actor pay and investment in future productions, as outlined by Haringey Council.
+When and where are the performances?
Carni Crush will be performed at McQueens Theatre, 4 Coburg Road, Wood Green, on 8 August 2026. Two shows are scheduled: one at 2 pm and another at 5:30 pm, each lasting 75 minutes.
+How can I book tickets for Carni Crush?
Tickets can be purchased via Eventbrite or by emailing applications@screenliftstudios.co.uk. The council has provided these details on its event listing for the play.
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