We want to help our audiences make informed decisions about the productions they see but also recognise that for others the element of surprise is part of their enjoyment of theatre. The drop-down lists below contain details about language, themes, triggers and effects for our upcoming productions for those who want them. Please note that in some cases these will include ‘spoilers’ for the productions.
Our content warnings list gives an idea of what themes and triggers we provide information about. If you have any questions or would like to see an additional theme or trigger added to our list do get in touch with jessjenner@bromleylittletheatre.org – we want the information we provide to reflect and meet the needs of our audience.
2:22 A Ghost Story
January Main House
This production contains language which may not be suitable for younger viewers and which parents/carers may wish to consider before deciding whether to book.
Language (Profanity)
Contains strong language throughout.
Themes/Triggers
• Death
• Bereavement
• Trauma
• References to violence.
Smoking/Vaping
Contains depictions of smoking/vaping
Nudity/Sexual Content
Contains sexual references.
Loud Noises/Gunshots/Haze/Smoke/Strobe Lighting
Contains sudden loud noises and startling sound effects.
When Winston Went to War With the Wireless
February Main House
Loud Noises/Gunshots/Haze/Smoke/Strobe Lighting
Haze/Fog will be used during this production.
The Double Act
February Bar Show
This production contains language and themes which may not be suitable for younger viewers and which parents/carers may wish to consider before deciding whether to book.
Language (Profanity)
Contains swearing throughout and some instances of very strong language
Themes/Triggers
• Abuse (emotional, physical, sexual, child)
• Suicide
• Sexual Assault
• Murder
• Some physical threat and minor violence act of violence
• Mental Illness
• Terminal Illness
• Infidelity / Marriage breakdown
• Racism
• Sexism
• Homophobia
Dated Language and Views
Contains some dated language and views
The Last of the Haussmans
March Main House
This production contains language which may not be suitable for younger viewers and which parents/carers may wish to consider before deciding whether to book.
Language (Profanity)
Contains moments of strong language throughout.
Themes/Triggers
•Substance Abuse
•Addiction
•Terminal Illness
•Infidelity/Marriage Breakdown
Nudity/Sexual Content
References to sexual behaviour.
Dated Language/Views
Contains references to and attitudes associated with the 1960s counterculture, including discussion of drugs, sex, relationships and alternative lifestyles.
Youth show TBC
March Youth Production Show
This production is inspired by the stories and experiences of refugees
Language (Profanity)
A few expletives are used in the production
Themes/Triggers
•War/PTSD
•Racism/Antisemitism
•Displacement/Homelessness
•Grief/Mourning
•Forced marriage
•Criminal Activity- – theft and knife crime
•Child abandonment
•Divorce
Loud Noises /Gunshots /Haze / Smoke / Strobe Lighting
•Haze will be used during this production
Murder on the Nile
April Main House
Themes/Triggers
•Murder
•Criminal Activity
•Mental Illness/Self-harm
•Racism
Dated Language/Views
The play is set in the 1930s and some of the language used reflects the views and attitudes of this period
Loud Noises/Gunshots/Haze/Smoke/Strobe Lighting
Contains one gun shot
Admissions
April Bar Show
This production contains language which may not be suitable for younger viewers and which parents/carers may wish to consider before deciding whether to book.
Language (Profanity)
Contains strong language throughout.
Themes/Triggers
• White privilege
• Positive discrimination
The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
May Main House
Language (Profanity)
A few instances of strong language.
Themes/Triggers
• Grief/mourning
• Racism
Dated language and views
Some characters show racist attitudes in their language and stereotypes.
Nudity/Sexual Content
Contains sexual references.
Barefoot in the Park
June Main House
Themes/Triggers
• Infidelity/Marriage breakdown
Dated language and views
The play was written in the 1960s and some of the language used reflects the views and attitudes of this period
The Gift
June Bar Show
This production contains language and themes which may not be suitable for younger viewers and which parents/carers may wish to consider before deciding whether to book.
Language (Profanity)
Contains strong language.
Themes/Triggers
• Substance Abuse
• Addiction
• Eating Disorders
• Mental Illness/Self harm
• Infidelity/Marriage breakdown
• Sexism
• Physical Violence
Nudity/Sexual Content
Some references to sex using euphemism/double entendre.
Charley’s Aunt
July Main House
Language (Profanity)
Contains moments of strong language.
Themes/Triggers
• Sexism
• Transphobia – there are some brief expressions of dated language and views
• Homophobia
Dated language and views
Some characters show racist attitudes in their language and stereotypes.
Nudity/Sexual Content
Brief reference to sexual acts
The Audience
September Main House
Themes/Triggers
• Occasional references to war
• References to mental health discrimination
• References to Antisemitism
• References to Racism
• Mention of Suicide
• Illness
• Mental Health
• Bereavement
Dated language and views
Some characters show racist attitudes in their language and stereotypes.
Nudity/Sexual Content
Discussion of political sex scandals.
The Nest
September Bar Show
Language (Profanity)
Contains moments of strong language
Themes/Triggers
• Abuse (emotional, physical, sexual, child)
• Suicide
• Criminal Activity e.g. kidnap, burglary
• Climate Crisis
• Mental Illness / Self-harm
• Infidelity / Marriage breakdown
Appropriate
October Main House
Language (Profanity)
Contains moments of strong language
Themes/Triggers
• Abuse (emotional, physical, sexual, child)
• Sexual Assault
• Criminal Activity
• Mental Illness
• Substance Abuse
• Addiction
• Pornographic Content
• Debilitating Medical Conditions
• Grief / Mourning
• Infidelity / Marriage breakdown
• Racism
• Antisemitism
Our Lady of Blundellsands
November Main House
This production contains language and themes which may not be suitable for younger viewers and which parents/carers may wish to consider before deciding whether to book.
Language (Profanity)
Contains moments of strong language throughout
Themes/Triggers
• Mental Health
• Criminality
• Domestic Abuse
Smoking/Vaping
Contains depictions of smoking/vaping
A Higher Education
November Bar Show
This production contains language and sexual themes which may not be suitable for younger viewers and which parents/carers may wish to consider before deciding whether to book.
Language (Profanity)
Contains moments of strong language
Themes/Triggers
• Sexual activity
• Prostitution / sex work
• Sexual abuse and exploitation
• Illegal abuse of a position of trust
• Sexualisation of children and young people
• Suicide
• Bullying
• Domestic and family dysfunction, including parental substance misuse and drug use
• Mental distress, panic attacks and emotional breakdown
• Infidelity and marriage breakdown
• Infertility
• Violence and physical assault
• Racism and racial stereotyping / discussion of racial prejudice
• Financial hardship and debt
Dated Language and Views
The play is set in 2007. It contains some language and attitudes that may feel dated or offensive to a modern audience, including a derogatory reference to “gypsies”, and discussion reflecting problematic attitudes towards gender, race, sexuality, sex work, young people and the sexualisation of girls.
Nudity/Sexual Content
Contains frequent and explicit discussion of sex and sexual practices. There are scenes of intimacy involving simulated sexual activity and partial undressing.
Loud Noises/Gunshots/Haze/Smoke/Strobe Lighting
Contains occasional and sudden potentially distressing sounds including screaming related to a violent physical assault.
Come From Away
December Main House
This production contains language which may not be suitable for younger viewers and which parents/carers may wish to consider before deciding whether to book.
Language (Profanity)
Contains moments of strong language throughout.
Themes/Triggers
• Terrorism / PTSD
• Grief/Mourning
• Racism
• Depictions of excessive drinking and intoxication.
Loud Noises/Gunshots/Haze/Smoke/Strobe Lighting
Haze effects will be used in this production