Henry V
By William ShakespeareFrom a rebellious, carefree young man to the King of England. Overnight. And now this new king has an eye on the throne of France. A reckless insult from the French Dauphin offers the perfect excuse for Henry V to declare war. But there's a human price to pay...
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By Nicholas WrightBefore the sunflowers, before the madness, before the fame, there was a quiet kitchen in South London. It's 1873, when Ursula's modest boarding house is disrupted by the unexpected arrival of a young lodger by the name of Vincent van Gogh. As the household is thrown into chaos, the intimacy of...
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By Andrea Levy. Adapted by Helen EdmundsonA powerful and intimate portrayal of Andrea Levy's multi award-winning novel, adapted for the stage by Helen Edmundson. Directed by Matthew Xia, this bold staging offers a fresh perspective on a world shaped by empire and entitlement, caught between belonging and unbelonging, disappointment and hope. Four unforgettable characters bring...
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Good Golly Miss Molly
By Bob EatonNew Vic Theatre, Newcastle-under-Lyme
One of the biggest hits in New Vic history, Good Golly Miss Molly is a powerful, music-fuelled, feel-good drama that bursts back onto the stage this spring as part of our 40th anniversary celebrations At the frontline of a community fighting for survival, their vibrant street faces demolition. But Molly Gordon and her band of neighbours are refusing to go quietly. Gathered together in the local workingmen's club, Molly's even managed to reunite her former rock ‘n' roll band, Ronnie Angel and The Devils. As the fate of their homes is decided, the residents of Victoria Street relive the community's past, and the triumphs and tragedies of their daily lives. But is there a future for their street? Pulsing with energy, nostalgia and a foot-stomping soundtrack of rock ‘n' roll hits from an era gone by, Good Golly Miss Molly charts the history of one local community against a backdrop of social turmoil, societal changes and tumultuous friendships. A story of defiance, solidarity and unbreakable community spirit in the face of adversity, this feel-good show is as relevant as ever!
See cast, creatives, and 4 reviewsKiss of the Spider Woman
By Manuel Puig. Adapted by Terrence McNallyCurve Theatre, Leicester
& touring
UK premiere Shaftesbury Theatre London 1992
In a brutal prison, Molina – condemned for his sexuality, and Valentin – a political prisoner, are forced into an unlikely friendship in the cell they share. To escape their harsh reality, Molina conjures dazzling fantasies of glamorous movies, spinning tales of the seductive and dangerous Spider Woman. As their conditions worsen and the line between truth and fiction blurs, the two men find a deeper connection – one that could cost them everything.
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