On the Night

Prostate Not Prostate - When silence becomes the real thief

A powerful performance blending comedy, culture and crucial health awareness

Written and performed by Lisa Jackson, featuring her much-loved character Patty Dumplin and a supporting appearance by local Orchid Community Champion Osbourne Taylor, this show speaks directly to men’s health — especially Black men over 40, who face a higher risk of prostate cancer — but it is relevant to all men of all diversities, and to the women, partners, families and friends who love them. Everyone has a role to play in breaking the silence.

What to Expect

6:00pm — Doors open: Browse local support stalls and meet health advocates.
6:30pm — Performance begins: A 50-minute comedy play packed with family secrets, sharp humour and hard truths
Post-show discussion with:
Ali Orhan from Orchid, a UK charity dedicated to male cancers
Orchid Nottingham Community Champions
Audience Q&A — Your chance to ask open and honest questions about symptoms, testing, treatment and support.

On-Hand Support & Information Stalls From:

Friends and Bredrins — Prostate Cancer Support Group
The Rose Thompson Foundation
Nottinghamshire Sexual
Violence Support Services
Orchid Nottingham Community Champions

This is not just a show — it’s a community call to action.
Come for the laughter, stay for the wisdom, and leave better equipped to start a conversation,

save a life — maybe your own, or someone you love.

Our mission

Our mission is to reach as many men as possible — especially Black men — with a message that could save lives. Prostate Not Prostrate blends laughter and truth to spark real talk about prostate cancer and men’s health. Through Patty Dumplin’s bold, loving voice, the play reminds us: real strength starts with checking yourself.

Our vision

We envision a world where men — especially Black men — speak openly about their health, take proactive steps to prevent illness, and feel supported by their families and communities. Through stories, laughter, and truth-telling, Prostate Not Prostrate aims to inspire awareness, action, and a culture where no man suffers in silence.