This one-man show by Nathan Queeley-Dennis is written on the wind. The thread of his material is gossamer thin, but the actor and first-time playwright performs with such light-footed charm, sure comic timing and sweet sense of male romanticism that he has the audience in his hands.
The defining image of Bullring Techno Makeout Jamz, winner of the 2022 Bruntwood prize for playwriting, is the black heart emoji. As Queeley-Dennis sees it, the social media symbol is a way for men – black men in particular – to express brotherly love without appearing effeminate. His play reclaims the ground for men – be they fathers, sons, friends or lovers – to express affection and also be sensuous, kind and empathic.
