Marriage Material - Content Advice
Recommended age 14+
Marriage Material, based on the novel by Sathnam Sanghera is a warm, witty, and powerful tale of love, identity, and tradition, following one man’s return to his family’s corner shop as he uncovers secrets that help him discover more about his family and himself.
This production contains strong language and scenes that may impact some audience members. Further details are outlined below, please note the following does contain plot spoilers.
This production contains:
- Strong language and sexual references
- Racism and racial slurs, including the P-word.
- Anti-immigrant sentiment
- Religious discrimination, in particular, Sikhophobia
- Arson as a form of martyrdom
- Misogyny
- Body shaming
- Family conflict
- Terminal illness
- Death and bereavement
- Mental health struggles
- Emotional abuse
- Infidelity
- Substance abuse
- Depictions of drunkenness
If you have been affected by the themes raised in this production, please consider reaching out to the suggested organisations below for further support:
Birmingham Mind – Providing advice and support to anyone experiencing a mental health problem.
Taraki – Mental health advocacy and support for Punjabi communities.
Stop Hate UK – A support service for those who have experienced discrimination and hate crime.
SARI – Providing advice and support to victims of race, religious and other hate crimes.
Sikh Helpline – An emotional and wellbeing listening service, available Monday to Saturday 10am – 6pm.
Marie Curie – Offering care and support for people with terminal illnesses and their loved ones.
Cruse Bereavement Support – Support for those experiencing grief and loss.