Housemates @ Sherman Theatre

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The acclaimed rock’n’roll re-telling of a remarkable Cardiff story returns

Sherman Theatre and Hijinx presents 

Housemates 

Written by Tim Green | Directed by Joe Murphy and Ben Pettitt-Wade

In the 1970s, just a few metres from the Sherman’s doors, a revolution started. It was a revolution that rocked the world. It began when Alan, a young man born with Down’s syndrome, crashed into the life of Cardiff University student Jim. Alan had lived as a resident in Ely Hospital since childhood. All Alan wanted was to live in a house and be in a band. Jim wanted to make a difference in the world, but didn’t know how. Together with their friends, they embarked on an experiment that transformed how things were done, how people were treated and who got to tell you how to live. This was the beginning of the end of institutionalised care and the birth of Supported Living.

Wonderfully warm, funny and deeply moving, Housemates by Tim Green brings this remarkable true Cardiff story to life on stage. Performed by a cast of neurodivergent and neurotypical actor-musicians, Housemates packs a punch and touches the heart. Join the Housemates this spring for a great night out.

The performances on 22 and 24 February are Pay What You Want Previews.

Tony Evans will be providing BSL interpretation at the following performances: 24 Feb; 3, 4, 5 Mar and 8 Mar at 2pm.

Ellen Groves will be providing Audio Description on 1 March at 7.30pm & 8 March at 2pm.

Housemates will tour to Aberystwyth Arts Centre and Torch Theatre, Milford Haven following its run at the Sherman.

Aberystwyth Arts Centre: 27 – 29 Mar 2025
Torch Theatre – Milford Haven: 02 – 04 Apr 2025

Audience members are free to make noise, move around the auditorium and can leave and come back at any point. There is a chill out space outside of the auditorium. During the performance the audience lights will be off but ushers will be on hand throughout.

The show features loud music; speak to one of our ushers if you’d like to borrow some ear defenders. 

Supported by funding from Arts Council of Wales