Live stunts with a hard-hitting message

AN unusual piece of open-air theatre featuring physical theatre, parkour, bike stunts and live rap music is set to take place this weekend at Sleaford's newly refurbished Market Place.

- BY TED O'NEILL

Set in an urban playground, 'CODE,' by Justice in Motion, is a play that explores the tragedy of County Lines and knife crime.

The story follows Nicky, a vulnerable teenager drawn into a world of coded messages, gifts, threats - and dangerous decisions. The show takes a hard-hitting approach to how young people are groomed into gangs, drug running, and knife crime-issues often misunderstood or unseen.

The performance is intended to portray the human cost of exploitation reminding us anyone, regardless of background, can be a victim or perpetrator.

According to the producers, CODE challenges assumptions and sparks vital conversations around resilience, choice, and collective hope.

The play was written to raise awareness and provide communities with tools to respond. The show introduces audiences to the digital programme-a free, digital resource offering practical guidance on spotting signs of exploitation and accessing local support services.