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MNN UK · February 22, 2026 · 1 min read

Jade Franks writes hit play inspired by Cambridge cleaning job

What happened: Jade Franks, who cleaned toilets while studying at Cambridge, has used her experience of classism to write a successful play now acquired by Netflix.

Why it matters:

  • Highlights issues of class and social inequality in elite education.
  • Brings diverse voices and stories to mainstream media platforms like Netflix.

MNN Take: Franks' work draws on personal experience to shed light on class barriers, resonating with wider audiences and prompting discussions on social mobility.

Sources: BBC UK