True stories of growing older in 21st century Britain.

“It’s very important that we keep our originality, that we keep ourselves as being people. Everybody’s lumped together once you’re a certain age.You almost lose who you are.”

What does it mean to grow older in Britain today? And what does being ‘old’ mean anyway?

Six individuals share their stories of what life has thrown at them since turning 60, discovering no matter what age you feel, what’s on your birth certificate can stand between you and your human rights.

This project is supported by The Funding Network and will launch on March 12th 2010 at the Almeida Theatre, London (invite only event) and on March 14th 2010 at the Tobacco Factory, Bristol. Tickets for this event are free: book online, call 0117 902 0344, or email tickets@tobaccofactory.com

Cast for the premiere London and Bristol shows includes Audrey Ardington, Michael Bertenshaw, Michael Cronin, Stephanie Fayerman, Barbara Kirby and Ruth Posner.

Image: “Maggie” by Sue Rubira.