About the Show

Matthew Gabrielli's debut play tackling cancel culture & internet trolls.

Sophie and Jamie have been accused of mocking a dead child online, which has led to their cancellation. But their troubles have only just begun ...
As the real and digital worlds collide, their lives and friendship are ripped apart by online furor and an anonymous troll named Mr. Punch.

Zombiegate was a winner of Theatre Royal Haymarket’s Masterclass Pitch Your Play 2018.

Critic Reviews (3)

"The production feels very 2018 – and in social and technological terms, that makes it a relic."
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"This is a compelling new play: smart, gripping, cautionary and bang-up-to-date. It's a lot of fun but plays on the mind afterwards."
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"The storytelling behind the characters lacks some clarity, but the idea of the avatar as puppet is where the play is most inventive. ... The best parts of the play are set away from their phones and social media entirely. "
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Creative team

Ameena Hamid Productions