Performer Bex Wall co-wrote new theatre piece Life Would Be Pretty Dull Without Sex, Raves and MDMA with Asante Gregory. She chatted to Paul Levy about how the show came into being.
Life Would Be Pretty Dull Without Sex, Raves and MDMA is a solo performance. The focus is on Bex, a woman in her forties, as she reaches a decisive moment in her life. Instead of following a safe and predictable path, she leans toward excitement and risk, drawn to the world of late-night parties, unexpected adventure, and experiences that test her limits. Through this journey, Bex wrestles with her own needs and the consequences of her actions, often questioning what happiness actually means.
The piece sets out to capture the atmosphere of underground rave culture, bringing together moments that are both humorous and sincere. Audiences follow Bex through scenes of music and movement, but also quieter reflections where she considers her choices and their impact. The script asks what it really means to be true to yourself, especially when faced with pressure to conform. Exploring the ways people search for connection and excitement, the show moves from energy and wildness to introspection without passing judgment on any lifestyle. It offers a space for adults to contemplate the places where joy, regret, and hope come together in ordinary lives.
