The Day Before – Leigh-on-Sea Showcase Performance

Sat Nov 29 2025 at 07:30 pm to 09:30 pm UTC+00:00

Leigh Community Centre | Southend-on-Sea

N-Act Theatre Company CIC
Publisher/HostN-Act Theatre Company CIC
The Day Before \u2013 Leigh-on-Sea Showcase Performance
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A gripping one-woman play about the unseen pressures facing young people today — honest, moving, and unforgettable.
About this Event

“Conversations may happen that otherwise would not have — and these conversations may save lives.”
— Ian Russell MBE, father of Molly Russell, Chair of Molly Rose Foundation

N-Act Theatre Company presents The Day Before — a gripping one-woman play inspired by a true story. Told with warmth and honesty, the play explores the hidden pressures of online worlds, manipulation, and the devastating consequences they can have.

“A moving and thought-provoking performance that stayed with me long after the show.” — Audience member

The performance blends powerful theatre with space for reflection, leaving audiences deeply moved and inspired.

Format of the Evening

  • Performance: 55 minutes
  • Interval: 20 minutes
  • Post-show Q&A: 45 minutes (an integral part of the experience)

Special Leigh-on-Sea Showcase
This one-night-only performance marks the launch of our Essex-wide rural tour in 2026. All proceeds will support N-Act’s future community and schools work, helping ensure these vital performances remain free to those who most need them.

Audience Guidance

  • Suitable for ages 15+
  • Contains sensitive themes, including suicide

Tags: Live theatre, One-Woman Play, Mental Health, Suicide Prevention, Online Safety, Safeguarding, Essex Events, Southend-on-Sea, Community Theatre, Live Performance

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Leigh Community Centre, 71-73 Elm Road, Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Tickets

GBP 10.00 to GBP 12.50

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