Duration
2 hrs
Closing Date
Until July 19, 2025
Age limit
Suitable for 14+ yrs
Why Watch Lil.Miss.Lady?
- BBTA-winner Lady Lykez leads a grime-theater crew in a powerful story of a 15-year-old female MC breaking barriers in a male-dominated scene, featuring original lyrics by Lykez herself.
- Set in a standing venue with live DJ sets by Kaylee Kay and immersive lighting, this rave-meets-rap show channels grime legends like Lady Stush, Queenie, and Baby Blue.
- Step inside the story as it traces the nostalgic evolution of iconic UK genres, Jungle, Garage, Sub-Low, Funky House, Dubstep, and Grime, in one electrifying journey. The show offers a unique, nostalgic journey through Black-British bass music, placing audiences inside the story as it moves through Jungle, Garage, Sub-Low, Funky House, Dubstep, and Grime.
- A hit at the Barbican and Battersea Arts Centre, Lil.Miss.Lady now storms into Brixton House for a strictly limited run. Book your tickets to journey into London’s 90s Black-British bass music culture.
Lil.Miss.Lady is a grime-theater production created by Dominic Garfield and starring BBTA-winning grime MC and performer Lady Lykez, who also wrote the show’s original lyrics. With live DJ sets and track mixes by Kaylee Kay that pair perfectly with the storyline, the show unfolds in a standing venue where the audience is placed right at the centre. Set across multiple raised platforms, the production surrounds the crowd, shifting between recording studios, freestyle battles, and intimate confessional scenes. You move with the story through every moment, standing inside the chaos of a music video shoot and cheering Lykez on as she embodies a 15-year-old MC fighting to be heard in a male-dominated scene. Based on interviews with key women in UK bass culture, including Lady Stush, Queenie, and Baby Blue, the show revisits iconic genres like Jungle, UK Garage, Sub-Low, Funky House, Dubstep, and Grime while spotlighting the female voices too often left out of their histories.
Storyline
Lil.Miss.Lady, the show’s young protagonist, is a 15-year-old MC raised on grime’s raw energy. She watches the boys take the mic, dominate the stage, and set the tone. She knows the rhythm, knows the sound, but the spotlight rarely lands on her. This is her story, a young Black woman finding her voice in a culture that shaped her but didn’t always make space for her. From schoolyard clashes to packed house parties, her voice grows stronger each moment. As the bass builds and the crowd watches, she stands on the edge of something bigger. But can she break through?
Show timings
Show timings for Lil.Miss.Lady may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Cast & Crew
- Leading roles: Lady Lykez as Lil.Miss.Lady, DJ Harmony as DJ Kaylee Kay, Blanka as Fahad Shaft, Joshua Cameron as Twist, Alexander Lobo Moreno as Hypez, Aliaano Elali as DJ Rat
- Writer: Dominic Garfield
- Director: Dominic Garfield
- Lyrics: Lady Lykez, Dominic Garfield, and Company
- Movement director: Yami Löfvenberg
- Set designer: Stella Backman
- Tracks and beats: Duncan Burton, Row.d Beats and JR Productions
- Vocal Coach: Toni ‘Reese’ Robinson
Age Suitability
- This show is suitable for ages 14 and above.
- Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!
- Content warning: The show features flashing lights, strobes, smoke effects, strong language, and adult themes; viewer’s discretion is advised.
- Most theatres are air-conditioned year-round, so it can get a bit chilly. Bring a light jacket just in case.
Brixton House
The Brixton House is a contemporary Off-West End theatre in South London, opened in 2022. It was established as the new home of Ovalhouse, a trailblazing London fringe theatre known for platforming experimental work and artists from underrepresented backgrounds. Based in the heart of Brixton, the venue continues Ovalhouse’s legacy of bold, socially conscious programming. The theatre created space for new writing, live art, dance, and multimedia performance, with a focus on reflecting the diversity of its local community. Since opening, it has hosted acclaimed productions like Alice in Wonderland, One Way Out, and Family Tree, and remains committed to nurturing the next generation of theatre-makers.
Getting There
- Address: 4th floor, Brixton House, 385 Coldharbour Ln, London SW9 8GL, UK
Facilities & Accessibility
Available facilities: elevator, restrooms, bar, cloakroom, cafe, lounge, air conditioning
Accessibility: wheelchair accessible, wheelchair spaces available, guide dogs allowed, access performances, accessible restrooms, audio description, sign language interpreters, step-free access
Additional Information
- Security: To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue.
- Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.
- Outside food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theaters have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show.
Tickets Redemption
You will receive an email with your Lil.Miss.Lady voucher. No need to print. Please carry a valid Photo Id for identification.
Cancellation & Refunds
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Frequently asked questions
The cost of the tickets starts from £18 and will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
The show does not have a strict age limit. However, it is most suitable for children aged 14 and above.
The Lil.Miss.Lady London show is playing at Brixton House.
The show follows a young woman reclaiming her space in grime music, told through rap, dance, and theatre.
The running time is 1 hr 30 mins with no intermissions.
The main stars of the show are who also wrote the lyrics, with live music by DJ Kaylee Kay.
A – This show is a hybrid of theatre, live music, spoken word, and grime culture, often referred to as grime-theatre.
Q – What kind of themes does the show explore?
A – Lil.Miss.Lady dives into gender, race, power, representation, and the history of Black British music from the lens of women in male-dominated spaces.
