Explore Social Mobility on Stage

What does it mean to achieve success, and at what cost? Sorry, You’re Not a Winner, a play written by Samuel Bailey and directed by Jemima Bowler, invites the audience to reflect on the complexities of social mobility and aspiration. The story is set in Worcester and Oxford University, following the lives of two friends, Liam and Fletch, who grew up together but are now on different paths.

As the characters navigate their late teens and early twenties, they face challenges that test their relationships and sense of identity. The play introduces Georgia, a university peer from a privileged background, and Shannon, a local girl who anchors the boys to their roots. Through their experiences, the play raises important questions about the point of 'making it' if it means leaving behind everything and everyone you know.

The play will be performed at the Stables Theatre in Hastings from Tuesday, 4 May 2027, until Sunday, 9 May 2027. Tickets are with the button beside the article. With its thought-provoking themes and relatable characters, Sorry, You’re Not a Winner is a play that will resonate with anyone who has ever wondered what it means to succeed and belong.