"The First Woke War" staged reading

​Story

​Set in the AI startup Robodata in the months leading up to it's IPO on the London Stock Exchange, The First Woke War is a play exploring startup culture and personal identity in a bold, unfiltered way—join us for it's London debut!

​In celebration of International Women's Day 2025 we're debuting The First Woke War in a staged reading in central London on the evening of Thursday 6th March.

​Abadesi Osunsade, Founder & CEO of Hustle Crew is the writer and creator of The First Woke War. Shaped by her own experiences navigating the tech industry, the play offers a unique perspective on the price you pay to smash the glass ceiling.

​Why This Play Matters

​The First Woke War tackles themes like workplace culture, inclusion, and identity: it is an immersive theatre experience that will inject empathy and compassion into a trending topic.

​The First Woke War aims to heighten levels of empathy and compassion for courageous corporate leaders who dare to challenge the status quo.

​If you've ever felt like the person with unpopular opinions on your team: this play is for you!

​Want to support our Kickstarter campaign?

​You can pledge your support from just £1 on our Kickstarter page tinyurl.com/abadesikickstarter