by Clifford Odets
Directed by Sam Yates
Josh O’Connor (The Crown; Challengers) leads the cast in this searing revival of Clifford Odets ’knockout American classic.
1930s New York, at the height of the Depression. Joe Bonaparte is a gifted young violinist with afuture in music, until a chance at fame and fortune lures him into the brutal world of professional boxing. He must confront what he’s willing to sacrifice, who he’s willing to become and how to find hisplace in a world that demands he choose a side.
Brought to life with a live string quartet and filmed live from the Almeida Theatre, Olivier Award-winnerSam Yates (Vanya) directs this propulsive drama exploring ambition, identity, and the high price of success.
Ramsbury Memorial Hall
Doors open 6:30pm for a 7.00pm start
Running Time: 3 hours
Classification: 15
by Clifford Odets
Directed by Sam Yates
Josh O’Connor (The Crown; Challengers) leads the cast in this searing revival of Clifford Odets ’knockout American classic.
1930s New York, at the height of the Depression. Joe Bonaparte is a gifted young violinist with afuture in music, until a chance at fame and fortune lures him into the brutal world of professional boxing. He must confront what he’s willing to sacrifice, who he’s willing to become and how to find hisplace in a world that demands he choose a side.
Brought to life with a live string quartet and filmed live from the Almeida Theatre, Olivier Award-winnerSam Yates (Vanya) directs this propulsive drama exploring ambition, identity, and the high price of success.
Ramsbury Memorial Hall
Doors open 6:30pm for a 7.00pm start
Running Time: 3 hours
Classification: 15