★★★★★
‘ANOTHER STATE-OF-THE-NATION MASTERPIECE FROM JAMES GRAHAM’
The Telegraph
Following sold-out runs at the Nottingham Playhouse and Young Vic, Punch, transfers to the West End for a strictly limited 10-week season from 22nd September. Don’t miss your chance to see this critically-acclaimed new play in a ‘powerhouse of a production’ (Whatsonstage) at the Apollo Theatre.
From Olivier Award-winning writer James Graham (Dear England, This House, BBC’s Sherwood), Punch brings Jacob Dunne’s extraordinary true story to the stage in a gripping, high-energy and deeply moving production directed by Adam Penford.
Jacob Dunne, a teenager from Nottingham, spends his Saturday nights seeking thrills with his friends. One fateful evening, an impulsive punch leads to fatal consequences. After serving prison time, Jacob finds himself lost and directionless. Searching for answers, Joan and David – the parents of his victim James – ask to meet, sparking a profound transformation in Jacob’s life.
A powerful true story of hope, humanity, and the possibility of change.
This production is dedicated to James Hodgkinson and all victims of one-punch.
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri & Sat, 7.30pm
Tue, 7pm
Thu & Sat, 2.30pm
Prices include a £1.50 restoration levy
Content warnings:
Strong language
References to violence, death, bereavement, alcohol and substance misuse, and mental health
Knives on stage
Based on real life people and events
Production warnings:
Loud music throughout
Flashing lights throughout
Strobe lighting
Sudden noises
Theatrical smoke and fire/flame effects
