The premiere production
of a new play by renowned author and playwright
Mark Wheeller

A rare opportunity to experience a remarkable new work - powerful verbatim theatre has long been celebrated for bringing real voices and real experiences to the stage. Drawn directly from the stories of people in Ukraine and the city of Lichfield, What A Difference A Day Makes is not simply a play you watch, it is an experience that will move, inspire and stay with you long after the curtain falls.

At its heart are the testimonies of ordinary people whose lives were changed forever by events completely beyond their control. Through their words, audiences are invited to journey from moments of uncertainty and loss to extraordinary acts of kindness, courage and hope. While the play confronts the reality of war, displacement and the challenge of rebuilding a life in an unfamiliar country, its overwhelming message is one of humanity, compassion and connection.

What makes this production especially powerful is its celebration of the welcome extended by the Lichfield community. These are stories of strangers opening their homes, friendships forming across languages and cultures, and small acts of generosity creating life-changing impact. The play reveals how compassion is not an abstract ideal but something that can transform lives, strengthen communities and help people find a sense of belonging when they need it most.

This is a chance to witness authentic, lived experience brought vividly to life through exceptional storytelling. Heartbreaking, uplifting, thought-provoking and ultimately filled with hope, What A Difference A Day Makes reminds us of the very best of human nature. Join us for this special premiere production and be among the first to experience a performance that celebrates resilience, acceptance and the profound difference a community can make when it chooses to care.