In January 2023, I was commissioned by St. Margaret’s House to co-create with Brave Girl community group at St. Hilda’s East Community Centre, a backdrop and set for the play Mendoza Mania! a project in collaboration with St. Margaret's House, St. Hilda's East Community Centre And Voicebox Theatre. Mendoza Mania! looked into the heritage of boxer Daniel Mendoza (1764-1836) who lived for a time across the road from St Margaret’s House where he’s credited as writing the first ever sports biography. It’s a local story and highlights issues relevant today: anti-Semitic hate, sporting heroes and masculinity.

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"The group presented very well how struggles over prejudices 240+ years ago can be overcome and encouraged us to think about social issues that occur today." - Review by Daniel Mendoza Appreciation