It's Ok to be Different*

Centered on the young people and families of Drama Express, a UK award winning theatre group for young people with additional needs , “It’s OK to be Different” charts the evolution of an exuberant performance premiered at Cornwall's iconic Minack Theatre. Challenging perceptions of disability from lockdown to curtain up, the film is both an argument for acceptance and exploration of identity, giving an audience the inside track on the challenges, realities and joys of living with additional needs. Rooted in their experiences of living through Covid, the young people of Drama Express are determined to share their stories. The film is a testament to the drive and vitality of an extraordinary and inspirational group.