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Part of the celebrated Shout Season, the new Queer coming-of-age comedy Hasbian comes to Mayflower Studios (MAST) in Southampton on Friday 23rd October 2026! Performing in Studio 2 on Above Bar Street (SO14 7DU), the show gets under way at 8:00 PM BST for a 75-minute performance with no interval. Created by the team behind Queer Diary, this hilarious and earnest production brings Beth’s 2000s teenage diary to life in vivid comedy, featuring animated projections inspired by teen magazines and a soundtrack packed with Y2K pop classics and indie angst anthems. Tickets are priced at just £10.00 (with £5.00 student and artist discounts available), and the performance features projected captioning alongside integrated Audio Description, making it a brilliant and accessible night of theater in Southampton’s Cultural Quarter.
Hasbian Dates & Timings
Show schedule and performance timings at Mayflower Studios:
- Performance Date: Friday 23rd October 2026.
- Show Start Time: 8:00 PM BST.
- Running Time: Approximately 75 minutes with no interval.
What to Expect at Hasbian
Key highlights of this Shout Season production:
- Queer Coming-of-Age Comedy: A funny and candid show inspired by Beth’s real 2000s teenage diary, from the creators of Queer Diary.
- Y2K Nostalgia: Animated projections styled like 2000s teen magazines set to a soundtrack of pop classics and indie angst anthems.
- Full Accessibility Features: Every performance features projected captioning alongside artistically integrated Audio Description.
- Arts Council Supported: Supported using public funding by Arts Council England as part of the Shout Season lineup.
Hasbian Tickets & Discounts
Ticket pricing and available concessions:
- Standard Ticket Price: £10.00 per person.
- Student Special Discount: £5.00 (£5 off standard rate).
- Artist Network Discount: £5.00 (£5 off standard rate).
- Group Discount: £8.00 per ticket for Groups of 10+ (£2 off per ticket).
- Age Advisory: Recommended for ages 16+ (Under 2s not permitted).
Mayflower Studios (MAST) Address
Location and travel routes to Mayflower Studios:
MAST Mayflower Studios Location
Studio 2, Mayflower Studios, 142-144 Above Bar Street, Southampton, Hampshire SO14 7DU.
How to Get to Mayflower Studios
- By Car: Located on Above Bar Street in Southampton city centre, easily reached via the M27 (Junction 3 or 5) or M3.
- By Rail: Southampton Central train station is approximately a 10-minute walk away via West Park and Commercial Road.
- By Bus: City bus routes stop directly outside along Above Bar Street and Commercial Road.
Mayflower Studios Accessibility & Facilities
Venue facilities and accessible access details:
- Facilities: On-site foyer café bar, lounge seating, and accessible toilet facilities.
- Accessibility: Level street access from Above Bar Street into the foyer and Box Office, with lift access and wheelchair spaces available throughout.
Mayflower Studios Parking
Parking options for visitors attending Mayflower Studios:
- Grosvenor Square Multi-Storey Car Park (SO15 2BE): A 24-hour multi-storey car park located a short 5-minute walk from the venue, offering 500+ spaces and evening parking tariffs.
- West Park Road Multi-Storey Car Park (SO15 1FZ): Open 24 hours a day and situated close to Commercial Road and West Park, providing convenient step-free multi-storey parking near the cultural quarter.
- Marlands Multi-Storey Car Park (SO15 1BA): Located on Harbour Parade near the Marlands Shopping Centre, offering 800+ parking spaces open daily until midnight (note: locked overnight between 12:00 AM and 5:30 AM).
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Hasbian performing at Mayflower Studios?
- The performance takes place on Friday 23rd October 2026 at 8:00 PM BST.
- Where is the show taking place?
- The performance is in Studio 2 at Mayflower Studios (MAST), located at 142-144 Above Bar Street, Southampton, Hampshire (SO14 7DU).
- How much are tickets for Hasbian?
- Standard tickets are £10.00 per person. Student Special and Artist Network Members get £5.00 off, and groups of 10+ get £2.00 off per ticket.
- What is the age restriction for the show?
- The show is recommended for ages 16 and above. Children under 2 are not permitted.
- How long does the show last?
- The running time is approximately 75 minutes with no interval.
- What accessibility features are available during the performance?
- All performances feature projected captioning and artistically integrated Audio Description.
- What is Hasbian about?
- Created by the team behind Queer Diary, Hasbian is a funny and honest Queer coming-of-age comedy based on a real 2000s teenage diary, accompanied by animated projections and Y2K pop music.
- Is pre-show food available at Mayflower Studios?
- Yes, Mayflower Studios offers a pre-show Pizza Night package for £17.95, which includes a classic 11-inch rustic thin-crust pizza and a choice of beer, wine, or soft drink.
- Where can I park near Mayflower Studios?
- Nearby multi-storey car parks include Grosvenor Square Multi-Storey Car Park (SO15 2BE), West Park Road Multi-Storey Car Park (SO15 1FZ), and Marlands Multi-Storey Car Park (SO15 1BA).
- Is Mayflower Studios wheelchair accessible?
- Yes, Mayflower Studios provides level street access, lift access to all floors, wheelchair seating spaces, and accessible toilets.