Ay Kash/ ای کاش / If Only

Saturday 3rd October 2026

Eleven young women in Afghanistan bravely share their memories, struggles, and dreams since the Taliban’s return to power in 2021.

Faced with a choice between silence and speaking their truth, they chose courage. Through secret text messages sent under the constant threat of discovery, they revealed what the world was never meant to hear.

Their voices come alive through film, song, drawings, object theatre, and animation – designed to protect their identities.

This powerful show gives voice to women who have something vital to say – and the world must listen.

In Persian and English with English subtitles throughout.

Due to the sensitive nature of the performance and the safety of the eleven young women in Afghanistan, it is strictly forbidden to take photos / films or audio recordings during the performance.

Performances

Sat 03 Oct
7:30pm
£12.00 - £15.00
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Age guidance: Suitable for ages 13+
Running time: 63 minutes

All companion/carer tickets must be booked using Nimbus. Read more about this here. Once you have a Nimbus account you will be able to book carer tickets online.

The Box Office is open Monday to Saturday from 10:30am to 1:30pm, and an hour before performances start. Outside these opening hours, messages can be left on our voicemail. See our Terms and Conditions for Ticket Sales.

Wheelchair designated spaces are available at the rear of the auditorium and are available by contacting the Box Office. Patrons who wouldn’t be able to attend the theatre without accompaniment are eligible for one free companion ticket. See Accessibility for more information.

Performances with an age guidance of all ages offer Babe in Arms tickets for children aged 0-18 months free of charge and Lap Tickets for children aged 18-36 months for £3.00. These can be booked through our Box Office. We also have a limited number of Booster Seats available for £1 which can be rented at the kiosk.

See Getting Here for more information on how to find us.

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