My Mother’s Funeral: The Show by Kelly Jones deals with complex and difficult issues related to the death of a loved one, grieving, class, funerals, and funeral poverty.

We’ve compiled a list of mental health charities and support groups below, for anyone who has been affected by the issues raised in the play.

If you need immediate support, or would just like someone to chat to, Samaritans offer a 24/7 helpline across the UK – call 116123 for free.

If you prefer to text, the UK also has a free 24/7 service: just text SHOUT to 85258.

We’re buzzing to announce a new production for 2025, which will perform at the Kiln Theatre in London from 3 April-10 May 2025. Shanghai Dolls by Amy Ng will be directed by our Joint Artistic Director Katie Posner.

We’re so happy to be partnering with the Kiln again, and it’s especially sweet to go on this journey with Amy Ng, whose writing we’ve admired since she was shortlisted for the Women’s Prize for Playwriting.

In Paines Plough’s 50th year of touring and championing new work, it means so much to be part of the Kiln and the Women’s Prize for Playwriting’s continued influence on the new writing ecosystem, and a joy to be part of Amit Sharma’s first season as artistic director of the Kiln, marking the beginning of a special new chapter in an already illustrious story.

Priority tickets for Kiln Card holders and Kiln Theatre donors are on sale today (13 September) at 12pm, with general on sale from next Monday (16 September) at 12pm.

Click here to find out more on the Kiln Theatre’s website.