Common/Wealth has spent fifteen years working at the cutting edge of political theatre. In their new book, Do It Yourself, they share their experimental and activist approach to performance-making, based on DIY principles and the belief that ground-breaking theatre can be made with anyone, anywhere, in ways that truly resonate with the communities it serves.
Do It Yourself introduces Common/Wealth's artistic and political ethos, provides unique insights into their most significant performances, and offers practical exercises for creating your own work. But this is not just a manual. It is a celebration of culture as a collective endeavour, one that can challenge the status quo and inspire change.
Celebrate the launch with performances curated by the company.
‘Common/Wealth battles the numbness and dissociation that is a consequence of life under late capitalism with straightforward acts of extraordinary connection. Their work is powerful, joyful, purposeful, and full of integrity. They make theatre that cares about people, and that people care about. This book shares how.’ — Kae Tempest
Tuesday 4 November 2025, 7.30pm
Chapter Arts Centre