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Clayton James, a 17-year-old Nottingham lad, dreams of becoming the next Viv Anderson. With a prodigious talent, the offer of a professional contract at a First Division club and a growing romance with girlfriend Serena, he appears to have the world at his feet. But life at the beginning of the 1980s isn't easy for Clayton and his family, trying to make it in an era of racism and hooliganism. And Clayton's steelworker dad Patterson faces an uncertain future as the Thatcher government faces off against the unions. When his charismatic and powerful former coach, Lafferty, returns after four years away, Clayton is forced to confront painful memories of the past. Can he protect his loved ones from the truth of what he endured? First Touch is a gripping and heartfelt drama about what it takes to fulfil your dreams. World Premiere

Cast/Performers

Raphael Akuwudike (Clayton), Nicholas Bailey (Patterson), Claire Goose (Freya), Chloe Oxley (Serena), Arthur Wilson (Lafferty)

Creatives/Company

Author: Nathaniel Price
Presented by: Nottingham Playhouse Theatre Company
Director: Jeff James
Design: Charlotte Espiner
Costume: Charlotte Espiner
Lighting: Hansjorg Schmidt
Sound: Kieran Lucas
Other: Amanda Whittington (script consultant)