Overview
A destitute farmer sells his land to the supermarket chain that drove
him out of business. Fifteen years later and a bustling supermarket
stands on the same spot. UK managing director Tony is coming to work
undercover at the store for a week. Branch manager Vicky is determined
to give him a more grimly authentic experience than he'd ever dared wish
for. Shelf-stacker Josh dreams of escape and rock stardom. Union
organiser Elliot dreams of Josh. By Friday, nothing will ever be the
same for them again. Happy to Help is an acerbic comedy about how
Britain has become a nation of shop assistants. This programme text
edition was first published to coincide with the world premiere of the
play at Park Theatre, London, in June 2016.