Ky-mani Carty Leads Cast in *Meet the Kids* at Theatre Peckham
The production will be presented in May as part of Peckham Fringe 2025.
By: Chloe Rabinowitz Apr. 10, 2025
Rising star Kymani Carty, known for his role in Netflix's hit series Supacell, will lead the cast of the upcoming coming-of-age stage play *Meet the Kids*, premiering at Theatre Peckham this May as part of Peckham Fringe 2025.
Written, directed, and performed by Desiri Okobia-a South London teacher turned writer, director, and actress passionate about amplifying youth voices through authentic storytelling-*Meet the Kids* is more than a play. It's a powerful glimpse into the struggles, silence, and rising voices of a generation fighting to be heard.
Set in a fictional South London secondary school, the play explores the lives of young people navigating peer pressure, safeguarding concerns, gang culture, and grooming. With raw honesty, humour, and heart, *Meet the Kids* places youth voices centre stage, offering an unflinching yet hopeful narrative that speaks to audiences of all ages. Performances will take place on the 23 and 24 of may
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