A New Chapter for Yvette
The evolution of this story continues. Building on its acclaimed success in the theatre, Yvette is transitioning into a compelling short film under the direction of Concrete Flower Productions. We have reached an exciting new phase of development and are currently seeking visionary Executive Producers and collaborators to help translate this vital narrative to the screen. Our team is dedicated to securing the necessary funding to honor this piece with the technical precision and artistic depth it requires. Join us as we transform an award-winning stage play into a powerful cinematic experience, ensuring this significant story is told with uncompromising quality and ambition.
The Journey
2017
Commissioned by China Plate Theatre.
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Premiered at Bernie Grant Arts Centre.
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Women of the World Festival.
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Edinburgh Festival Fringe / Published by Oberon Books.
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The Albany.
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Bush Theatre / Shoreditch Town Hall.
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Camden People's Theatre.
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Stage Debut Award nomination.
2026
Short Film in Development.
TRASH
Theatre Project
Original theatre project by Urielle Klein-Mekongo.
About
TRASH is a show about the glamourised view of financial success that exists within social media and the lengths people are willing to go to have it. TRASH explores what happens when appearances and friendships become a commodity.
TRASH is a dark, musical comedy taking the form of a crime caper, involving a score with elements of drill, grime, soul and commercial hip hop. This is the story of Faith and Kyla, two working-class Black girls who, through a reconnected childhood friendship, decide to join the expanding industry of sugar daddies, without fully understanding what it actually entails.
Original Musical
Written by Urielle Klein-Mekongo.
Produced by PlayWell Productions in association with Brixton House.
About
The original stage production was produced by PlayWell Productions in association with Brixton House. As the creator of the work, Urielle continues to develop its future life through Concrete Flower Productions, exploring opportunities for further development and new collaborations. The project is featured here as part of the founder's creative portfolio and the company's long-term artistic vision.
Black power desk
Black Power Desk is an original musical exploring Black British history, identity and activism through music, movement and powerful storytelling.
The production reflects Urielle's ongoing commitment to creating work that celebrates Black lives while encouraging audiences to reflect on the past, engage with the present and imagine new possibilities for the future.
YVETTE
Theatre Project
Written by Urielle Klein-Mekongo.
Originally produced by China Plate Theatre
About
- Originally conceived for the stage, Yvette chronicles a young girl's journey through North West London as she balances childhood, identity, and the will to survive. Weaving together wit, spoken word, and early 2000s vibrance, the story celebrates resilience and the courage required to find one's true voice. Building on its theatrical acclaim, Yvette is being developed into a short film by Concrete Flower Productions.
Young Harts Writing Festival Audience Favourite
King's Head Theatre Stella Wilkie Award
East 15 Pulse Award
Stage Debut Award nomination
★★★★★ Edinburgh reviews
★★★★ The Stage
"It's sad and defiant, laced with humour and music."
Project
Yvette
Black Power Desk
TRASH
My Musical Suicide Note
Dancing Roots
Status
Short Film in Development
Original Musical
Original Musical In Development
Original One Woman Musical In Development
Original Musical In Development
Looking Ahead
Concrete Flower Productions is exploring future partnerships and development opportunities for the project.
Why These Stories?
Across theatre, film and live experiences, we are interested in stories that celebrate Black creativity, ask urgent questions and bring people together.
Every project we develop begins with a belief that storytelling can create connection.
Our work is ambitious in scale but deeply rooted in community, collaboration and cultural impact.
Our Creative Slate
Concrete Flower Productions develops original theatre, film and live cultural experiences. Alongside projects produced directly by the company, this page also includes selected works created by our founder, Urielle Klein-Mekongo, that continue to inform the company's artistic vision and future development.
FUTURE SLATE
Looking Ahead
Alongside our current projects, Concrete Flower Productions is developing a growing slate of original theatre, film and live cultural experiences.
We are committed to building long-term relationships with artists, producers, venues, investors and cultural organisations who share our belief in the power of storytelling.
If you're interested in supporting the next chapter of our work, we'd love to hear from you.