The Audience Are In Charge

At Living Lab Building at ARU Peterborough - 7:30pm, Friday 25 + 2:30pm, Saturday 26 October.

Book your place as a Silent Witness, or be a Player, and be part of this fun mix of immersive theatre and a live game.

 

WHAT IS THE MONEY?

“A group of complete strangers has 60 minutes to agree how to spend a pot of real cash. If the Players run out of time, then the money rolls over to the next show. If they agree, then they get to take the money away and spend it.

But, the watching audience can buy their way in at any moment, right up until the last second, and that can change everything…”
“Watching or playing, it’s like being inside the live drama of The Traitors.”

The Money by Kaleider - Video Trailer

 

Hear from Previous Audience Members about their experiences...

HOW TO PLAY

The Money is a cross between a game and a theatrical experience.

The audience can choose to be “Silent Witnesses”, or “Players”.

The “Silent Witnesses” watch and consider, BUT, should they wish to directly influence the decision making, and join the action during the show, they can opt do so by adding a minimum of £10* to the pot (no maximum). They then become a “Player”. This can happen right up until the last second. And that can change everything.

The “Players” are audience members with Player tickets. They have 60 minutes to reach a unanimous decision about how to spend a real pot of cash. They do not have to have a proposal to pitch, but they all get to make a decision about how the money is spent. If they agree, they get to spend it. If not, it rolls over to the next show.

 
The Money could be the greatest reality TV show that hasn't happened yet. - The Age (Melbourne)
This deceptively simple piece is definitely on the money. It turns conversation into urgent, playful theatre. - Lyn Gardner, The Guardian
This is a clever, thought provoking experience unlike any I've witnessed before. - Total Theatre
 

HOW TO BOOK

Multiple people sitting and interacting around a long table, with more people watching around the table as an audience.

tHE mONEY iN aCTION

There are two ticket types for The Money to choose from:

  • Choose a Silent Witness ticket (£12*) and watch the action… or, during the show, add a minimum of *£10 (no maximum) to the pot and become a Player at any point.

  • Choose a Player ticket (£10*), 15 max per show, and take part in the action from the beginning, and as group come to a unanimous decision about how to spend a pot of real cash.

  • *Young People’s Discount: There is a discount for under-25-year-olds.. Choose the ticket you prefer - Silent Witness or Player - and then enter in the discount code below at checkout to bring the ticket price down to £8 each. Thank you to our funders for making this discount possible.
    - YOUNGSILENTWITNESS (Silent Witness tickets)
    - YOUNGPLAYER (Player tickets)

Paying Forward: Our minimum ticket prices are set as low as possible to make our events accessible to everyone. If you can afford to pay more, you can pay more in increments of £1 when you purchase your tickets. Income from Silent Witness tickets will go towards our work with young people in Peterborough. All the income from Players tickets makes up the cash pot on the table.

Also: Anyone purchasing a ticket to The Money is invited to join us for a free workshop exploring the Power of Oracy.
More information HERE.

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Kate explains what to expect at The Money with BSL Interpretation From Amy Casselden

How much money is in the Players’ Pot?
All the income from Players tickets makes up the cash pot being played for.

Will latecomers be admitted?
Unfortunately because of the nature of the production, no latecomers are permitted.

Is there an age restriction?
Audience members under 16 must be accompanied in the space by a responsible adult. Young people under 14 are encouraged to be Silent Witnesses and not to take part as Players.

What time should I arrive?
The venue will open to the public 30 minutes prior to the start of the performance to allow time for venue staff to verify tickets.

How long is the show?
The event will finish approximately 90 minutes after the doors have opened.

Are there are workshops for young people?
Yes - more information about a workshop offer for group bookings can be downloaded HERE.

Can you help me with access support?
The venue is wheelchair accessible and has a Changing Places Toilet. The venue has a hearing loop. BSL interpretation is confirmed on Saturday 26 October. A chill out space is provided.

Please use the link below to contact us if you have any access support needs, or any other questions.

 

WHERE TO GO

Google Maps screenshot of ARU Peterborough

Google Maps Location

Find us at:
ARU Peterborough,
University House,
Bishop's Rd,
Peterborough
PE1 5BW

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