• Duration: 55mins
  • Tickets: Standard £14.50 | Pay more £16.50 | Pay less £12.50
  • Company: Fir Tree Theatre
  • Details
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Details

This family drama was sold out for both performances at Burton Taylor Studio in August 2024 in Oxford. It was commissioned by Landmark Theatres UK and had its World Premiere at The Key Theatre in Peterborough. Written from personal experience and research into one the fastest rising disease, the play was written by an award-winning Oxford based writer Lekha Desai Morrison, and first performed as part of a Welcome Weekender Festival. 

This play skilfully highlights not only the effect Dementia has on the individual who must live with it, but also the heartbreak it brings to their loved ones who must adapt to and manage the situation as the person they know and love slowly fades away.   

The experiences of Sally and her daughter will be all too familiar to anyone who has relatives or friends with this condition.  

By bringing this play to the public, the writer Lekha hopes to raise awareness and support those people going through similar experiences. 

 

Why See This Show? 

Come and watch the play and know that you are not alone in a similar situation. Even if you do not have a family member living with dementia or know anyone, come to see Sally and her family’s everyday conflicts and how love triumphs.  

Stay for the post-show talk and find out what support is available from Dementia UK, Alzheimer’s UK and Age UK.  

 

What the Critics Say: 

‘Morrison has written a work of art rather than an instruction manual on dementia and how to cope with this dreadful disease. The burden is heaviest on Sally where little happenings suddenly become more than irritations.’ 

Jon Lewis Newbury Today 

‘Acted brilliantly, honestly and with huge emotional impact by all three actors, it was easy to become part of their relationships and world, and eventually be affected by the impact the disease has on t hose relationships, along with the huge changes it forces up on their world.’  Sophie Francis Daily Info  

‘Incredibly moving and explicitly real depiction of dementia and its consequences for all involved’ An Audience Member  

‘A lovely play round a difficult subject’ Audience Member 

Don’t miss your chance to see “this heart-breaking family drama about life’s challenges which you may connect with and feel supported.  By popular demand Remember Me returns to Oxford after sellout performances last year. 

 

Thanks to Arts Council England for funding this project

Parking & Access

Parking

There are a number of Blue Badge parking spaces nearby on Beaumont Street, and more on New Inn Hall Street and St Giles.

The closest car park is Gloucester Green Car Park, accessed via Gloucester Street.

If you have any questions or concerns, the City Council’s Access Officer can be reached at 01865 249811.

Getting here

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Access

Disabled patrons are eligible for one free companion ticket with their booking. To book this, contact the ticket office: tickets@oldfirestation.org.uk or 01865 263990.

There are two entrances to the Old Fire Station: 40 George Street via the foyer, and on Gloucester Green via the shop. Both are step-free. If you are coming to a show, we ask that you use the George Street entrance, as the Gloucester Green entrance is not always open.

Events in the Theatre

There is level entry to the foyer of the Old Fire Station, and step-free access to the main Theatre (where most shows take place).

If you are a wheelchair user attending a sit-down show, space will be reserved for you. If you are attending a standing gig, please contact us (call the ticket office on 01865 263990 or e-mail tickets@oldfirestation.org.uk) and we will talk with you about your needs.

Events in the Studio

There is level entry into the foyer of the Old Fire Station, and step-free access to the Studio.

Events in the Loft

There are six steps leading up to the Loft space, with no lift. If you would like to discuss this to find out more, please get in touch.

The Gallery

There is step-free access to the Gallery – level entry through the George Street entrance, and via lift from the Gloucester Green entrance.

Facilities

Accessible toilet
There is an accessible toilet on the ground floor, accessible via platform lift. Other toilets are in the basement (accessible via lift).

Hearing assistance system
The Theatre is equipped with a hearing assistance system. If you have any questions about using it, please e-mail us at tickets@oldfirestation.org.uk or phone 01865 263980.

Assistance dogs
All types of assistance and guide dogs are welcome at the Old Fire Station. It would be great if you could let us know in advance if you will be bringing a working dog to any performances – just e-mail tickets@oldfirestation.org.uk.

Strobe lighting
We will warn visitors on the website and in the foyer of the venue if a performance is going to contain strobe lighting. If lighting affects you, and you have any concerns, please call the ticket office on 01865 263990 or e-mail tickets@oldfirestation.org.uk.

Chairs in the theatre
Our chairs are a standard dining-chair size, measuring 40cm deep by 37cm wide, with a metal frame. Some have arms, and some do not. They are all joined together at the sides, to form rows. If this is likely to pose a problem for you, please email tickets@oldfirestation.org.uk and we can discuss how to make your visit more comfortable.