Anthem for Dissatisfaction

A funny and electric coming-of-age play about working-class life, sibling rivalry and the power of live music as two siblings revisit their past before turning 30.

Anthem for Dissatisfaction is an electric and hilarious coming-of-age anthem celebrating the power of live music, teenage angst, sibling rivalry and love. “Irish Twins” Sarah and Jamie are nearing 30 and relive their greatest hits—credit crunch, austerity and free school meals—while the present-day cost of living crisis bites again.

Written by Gina Donnelly and directed by Gina Donnelly and Tony Devlin.

• Age guide: 14+
• Running time: 65 minutes

Date & time:
Sun 8 Nov 2026, 7.30pm

Venue:
Oldham Coliseum Theatre, Oldham