The Great Btitish Lie

Plays & Workshops

(Race, Racism and History)

A powerful, interactive theatre and workshop experience exploring the concept of race as a social construct and challenging how history has shaped racism in the UK today.

The Play
An engaging and often surprisingly humorous performance that examines Britain’s complex, contradictory, and colonial past through an anti-racist lens. The workshop includes theatre-based activities, discussions, and games that encourage critical thinking about how history is taught and its lasting impact on racial inequality. This play has been verified by a historian and is part of Odd Arts’ commitment to decolonising the curriculum.

💬 Themes Include:

Race as a social construct
Colonialism and British history
Systemic racism and inequality
Education and representation
Decolonising the curriculum

Cost: half day from £650, full day from £1000
Suitable for: All education, criminal justice, and community settings
Age ranges: Year 8 – Adult (different versions available)
Disclaimers: Addressing themes that can cause distress or harm, but trauma-informed approaches adopted at all times to increase psychological safety

Book yasmin@oddarts.co.uk