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The Chaos That Has Been and Will No Doubt Return

25 Nov - 26 Nov

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The Chaos That Has Been and Will No Doubt Return

25 Nov - 26 Nov 2025

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“If this town gave out a collective breath of exhaustion, buildings would shake across the whole of England.”

Two best mates. One HUGE party. Luton pinned by austerity. An evening of noughties bangers and shots of shitty gin mixed with the chaos of violence. A night to remember!

Following a sold-out Edinburgh Fringe run, Chalk Line presents The Chaos That Has Been and Will No Doubt Return. Set over one chaotic night, the play follows two best friends as they chase the highs of youth against a backdrop of systemic neglect. Painting a tapestry of violence and joy, it is a raw, real-time collision of friendship and survival.

Told with biting wit and lyrical intensity, this production is a powerful exploration of class and identity, with a cracking house party that pulses round the corner.

Winner – Best New Writing – Fest & Skinny Magazine 2024

Important information

Ticket prices: £19.50

Running time: Approximately 75 minutes with no interval

Age recommendation: 12+

Concessions:
Friends – 5% off
Ambassadors, Supporters, Best Friends and Gold Friends – 10% off
U26 – £12.50
Schools – £10

Content warning:
Contains scenes of violence, strong language/swearing, strobe lighting and haze.

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Reviews

★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“A Masterclass in storytelling.”
Theatre Weekly

★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“Unfolds like an urban epic.”
Fest Magazine

★ ★ ★ ★
“Anti-lyrical Under Milkwood.”
The Stage

★ ★ ★ ★
“Exhilarating.”
WhatsOnStage

★ ★ ★ ★
“Brims with boisterousness.”
The Guardian

 

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