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Disposable People is a new multimedia play based on Kevin Bales鈥� novel of the same name and was specially commissioned for the Wilberforce 2007 commemoration.

The production focuses on contemporary human trafficking and bonded labour across three continents.

鈥淚 think it brings to light a problem that exists, not only in this country but all over the world, in various forms whether it鈥檚 people trafficking or children being exploited to make cheap goods.鈥� said actor John Banks, who plays a character that becomes embroiled with the slave trade.

鈥淲e all know the details of how these stories affect us but it鈥檚 a question of what do we do about it? And I think this play is asking those questions.鈥�

Preparations are currently underway to transform the boat-shed into a theatrical venue with a 40ft-wide stage, a big video screen, 10,000 watt sound system and special effects lighting.

鈥淲e wanted this to be a thought-provoking and entertaining piece of theatre that will really capture people鈥檚 imagination.鈥� said the production director, Andrew Pearson.

鈥淭o me it鈥檚 almost like a rock and roll approach to theatre, really trying to liven it up and get new audiences.鈥�

Disposable People runs from Monday 15th to Saturday 20th October 2007 at the Hull Marina boat-shed.