Wid Ye Credit it?

Creative Citizens is a project that uses theatre and the creative arts to engage marginalised people who experience addiction, homelessness, mental health issues, the criminal justice system and poverty.

From Thursday 3 March - Saturday 5 March, In Cahootz will present Wid Ye Credit it? by Martin Travers performed by Creative Citizens

The performers come from a variety of recovery and community projects throughout Glasgow. For some of the performers, this will be their first time on stage. Wid Ye Credit it? is directed by In Cahootz’s Creative Director, Kate Black and supported by a team made up of Glasgow's highly experienced theatre-makers, designers and technicians.

Synopsis of the play: Set in Springwell. All the banks have closed, there’s a problem with litter and the local hard man is on the prowl. However, the local credit union is a hub of activity helping the community save for weddings and satnavs and giving out loans for over-the-top christenings. The play introduces all the colourful characters who live in Springwell, and their crazy exploits; from a country singing beautician with a doctorate in political science to a windae cleaner with ideas above his station. Will it end in a barny or a party? Well, you’ll need to wait and see.

Process: The play itself came from consultation workshops during the second lockdown (February/March) last year over Zoom. Martin Travers worked with Creative Citizens on a variety of themes and community came out strong and how important staying connected was to the group. Martin gave the participants tasks and stimuli to work on and present over Zoom including a Dragon’s Den, describing childhood memories and the places they have lived. Martin, then took these findings to create this new piece of theatre, reflecting the authentic voice of the creative citizens participants through humourous characters, songs, and a strong storyline.