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ATTIC Theatre Company were commissioned to create an entertainment highlighting the issues of Distraction Burglary. The initial tour to London Boroughs of Ma Kelly's Doorstep in 2003 was an immediate success. Following this, a further show was commissioned looking at Safety in the Home. To date the two shows have reached 6000 people in 11 Boroughs. Since Spring 2004, Ma Kelly Plays It Safe has toured with great success to lunch clubs, day centres and as part of larger Community Safety events (Merton, Sutton, Camden and Haringey).

Ma Kelly Plays It Safe


by Jane James

An hour's entertainment, including a song or two highlighting issues of Home Safety.

Ma Kelly needs to take a good look around - since her friend Gertie died she's let things slip; and her landlord may be charming but he wants her out - so an accident would suit him fine! Gertie (deceased) sees Nellie is in danger and comes back from 'the other side' to warn her. Before long they have everything - including the landlord - under control and Nellie finds she quite enjoys 'playing it safe'.

Ma Kelly Plays It Safe was written in response to the 2004 government initiative on Home Safety. It is supported by the London Fire Brigade, Community Care Link and Social Services.
- It targets the over 60's and physically vulnerable and is designed to be presented in Day Centres, Lunch Clubs and Sheltered Housing Communities.
- It highlights the everyday causes of Fire, Falls and Food Poisoning in the home.
- It looks at the need for security and a safe home environment.
- The show is presented in conjunction with Community Care Link and Fire Brigade Officers who are present at each performance with relevant information and assistance.

"The excellent news is that we reckon 104 referrals for smoke alarms in Merton have been as a result of the Ma Kelly play, which I think is amazing."

Tony Sullivan, LB Merton Fire Brigade

"In Merton we have sponsored a series of plays ... by the Attic Theatre, ... I consider they have been a terrific success and recommend the play to you. It is well written, great fun and the audience participates well."

Doug Miles, MASCOT

Performances can be booked weekly; as a single show provided it is within a touring period, or for a one-off event such as a Conference. We tour with five professional actors, a musician, a stage manager and a small, flexible set.





To book contact Victoria Hibbs on 020-8640-6800 or info@attictheatrecompany.com
Ma Kelly's Doorstep is the sister show with the same format. It deals with issues of Distraction Burglary and is presented in partnership with the Metropolitan Police.