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Tyrone Huntley and Billy Cullum in Leave to Remain at Lyric Hammersmith: first look photos

The new play with songs is created by Matt Jones and Bloc Party’s Kele Okereke

Billy Cullum in Leave to Remain
Billy Cullum in Leave to Remain
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Production images have been released offering a first look at new play with songs Leave to Remain at Lyric Hammersmith.

Directed by Robby Graham, the piece is created by Matt Jones with songs by Kele Okereke, frontman of Bloc Party. It follows a young gay couple, Alex (Billy Cullum) and Obi (Tyrone Huntley), whose lives are jeopardised when Brexit calls Alex's visa into question.

The piece has design by Rebecca Brower with lighting by Anna Watson and casting by Will Burton.

Alongside the musical Okereke will release a 15-track album featuring songs from the show. The album will be released on 24 January to coincide with the show's opening night.