About the show: Set in London 10 years from now, this is a story about a global rewind. Things can only get 'so inclusive', before we start going backwards again, particularly within a lens of queer politics. The cruel act of conversion therapy is back, with the government determined to gather as many queer Londoners as possible and set them up towards a ‘perfect’ society. And what unites every Londoner, regardless of sex, orientation or background? The tube. Through the perspective of protagonist Skye Hughes, we witness a closeted 18-year old lesbian try to navigate her generation, as well as try to rewrite the future. A story of change and the importance of protest. How can someone small but mighty make all the difference?

About the music: A contemporary musical theatre setting with a twist. The musical uplifts audiences with its Latin and Middle Eastern-inspired sound, creating an ironic contrast between the “Overground” (heteronormativity) and the “Underground” world of the Outcasts (Queer People of London).

Themes: Identity, LGBTQIA+, Queer History, Queer Politics, Protest, Revolution, Self-Discovery, Change, Queer Culture, Friendship, Justice, Trauma, Grief

Sevinc Beste Yildiz (she/her): Composer, Co-Lyricist, Musical Director Sevinc Beste Yildiz is a London-based Turkish composer, musical director, performer, singer-songwriter, and holds a BA (Hons) in Musical Theatre from Goldsmiths, University of London. Her work centers around musical theatre, jazz, pop, and Middle Eastern influences, with a particular interest in creating emotionally driven, character-led music. She has composed and musically directed new musical theatre works including An Homage To The Outcasts and Gezi, The Musical, while also performing as an actor-musician and singer. She is passionate about collaboration and creating original work that brings together music, storytelling, and performance.

Chris Vasileiadi (they/she): Book Writer, Co-Lyricist, Director, Choreographer Chris Vasileiadi is a London-based professional dancer and performer, graduated with a 1st class BA (HONS) in Dance from the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA), as well as being the recipient of the annual LIPA Dance Prize Award, with performing credits across TV, Film, Arena, and Stage. Striving to be on both sides of the table, Chris is incredibly passionate about queer theatre as both a performer and writer/director. An Homage to the Outcasts is a very personal, semi-autobiographical piece, marking their musical theatre writing debut. Their aim is to create the characters and stories they wish they had as a queer, non-binary performer, highlight different casting types and accents, as well as celebrate queer culture and offer authentic representation on stage

Fangyan Yao (she/her): Producer. Fangyan Yao is a London-based theatre producer, performer, and RAD Registered Teacher. With a professional background in performance, she has appeared in large-scale touring productions including Mozart, l’opéra rock and Rouge. Now transitioning from performing into producing, she brings a performer-led perspective and a strong understanding of the creative and rehearsal process.

Content & Theme Warnings: Homophobia, transphobia (including explicit anti-LGBTQ+ themes and dialogue) Depictions of conversion therapy Kidnapping, unlawful detention and psychological distress Implied death Grief Forced outting and closeted identity themes Familial betrayal and political corruption Sensory & Technical Warnings: Sudden loud noises and sound effects Strobe lighting and flashing lights Haze (theatrical smoke) * Claustrophobic settings

Main Cast:

Lucy Cowie (she/her) : Reporter / Remi

Emmanuel Duarte (he/they) : Stone / Drew

Sophia Holmes (she/they) : Bryony

Hannah Montagu (she/they) : Wells / Levi

Eli Sullivan Toyne (they/he) : Taylor / Riley

Jadon Trelour (she/they) : Skye

Chris Vasileiadi (they/she) : Off-Stage Swing

Actor Musicians (Conversion Tutors/Doctors): - Tamsyn Furneaux (they/them): Sax, Oboe - Molly Jenkins (they/she): Drums - Sevinc Beste Yildiz (she/her): Piano - Duru Unlu (she/her): U/S Piano

Creative Team: - Concept, Book, Lyrics: Chris Vasileiadi (they/she)

Music, Lyrics: Sevinc Beste Yildiz (she/her)

Producer: Fangyan Yao (she/her)

Director/Choreographer: Chris Vasileiadi (they/she)

Assistant Choreographer: Lizzie Parker (she/her)

Musical Director: Sevinc Beste Yildiz (she/her)

Assistant Musical Director: Duru Unlu (she/her)

Deputy Stage Manager: Noah Tidmarsh (he/him)

Stage Manager: Mae White (she/they)

Costume Designer: Maya Andrews (she/her)

Set Designer: Antonio Saucedo (he/him)

Lighting Designer: Jasmine Lam (she/her)

Sound Designer: Alex Adshead (she/they)

Projection / Video Designer: Rachel Leung (she/her)