The forty-five minute performance, for young people in year 6, 7 & 8 charts the experiences of the three young people. An explosive week of eggs, flour and fireworks which has tragic consequences.

The performance is accompanied by a workshop where young people can work with the actors to consider the themes of the play, the choices made by the characters and the consequences of these.

The performance has been written and designed so that it appeals to a broad spectrum of young people and should allow everyone in the audience to associate and engage with at least one of the characters. The scenes portrayed are recognisable for a young audience and the language and topical references are designed to be easy for young people to engage with.

The performance and workshop is aimed at pupils in year 7 (aged 11 and 12). This age group has been targeted because they are in a unique and vulnerable position, having just made the transition from primary to secondary school. The performance is also available for years 6 & 8 and has toured these year groups with great success.

Fingers Burnt is available each year in September, October and November as it is at this time of year that young people are forming relationships, making new friends and developing a greater understanding of themselves and the world around them.  It is at this formative age that young people can make decisions which affect the rest of their lives, as we see from the choices that all three characters make in the play.