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Following the outstanding support of Tysoe's villagers through multiple fundraising events, the hall's newly upgraded audio visual equipment has passed the National Theatre's strict technical requirements. We expect showings to be very popular, drawing an audience not only from Tysoe, but also the surrounding villages.

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We look forward to welcoming you to our friendly village hall where you can enjoy world-class theatre, a glass of wine or a freshly made tea or coffee, in a relaxed atmosphere.

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Directed by Max Webster, three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who; Sex Education) in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy.

While assuming the role of a dutiful guardian in the country, Jack lets loose in town under a false identity. Meanwhile, his friend Algy adopts a similar facade. Hoping to impress twoeligible ladies, the gentlemen find themselves caught in a web of lies they must carefully navigate.

Max Webster (Life of Pi) directs this hilarious story of identity, impersonation and romance, filmed live from the National Theatre in London.

Press Quotes

★★★★★ ‘A flawless piece of comic theatre’ - Broadway World

★★★★★ ‘A sparkling new production...that's fiercely faithful to Wilde's wickedly subversive spirit’ - Daily Mail

★★★★★ ‘Fun, fabulous and fiery, it’s a hoot’ - London Theatre

★★★★ ‘Ncuti Gatwa leads a Wilde party of irresistible anarchic charm’ - Guardian

★★★★ ‘A bold and brash Wilde reboot’ - Times

★★★★ ‘A pure blast’ - Time Out

★★★★ ‘Immensely enjoyable, delivered with irrepressible, infectious glee’ - Financial Times

Tickets available here

Co-adapted by Armando Iannucci, co-adapted and directed by Sean Foley

Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove.

This explosively funny satire, about a rogue U.S General who triggers a nuclear attack, is led by a world-renowned creative team including Emmy Award-winner Armando Iannucci and Olivier Award-winner Sean Foley.

Press Quotes

‘Steve Coogan is stellar’ - Independent

‘A fun, adventurous adaptation’ - Guardian

‘Coogan displays boundless energy and impeccable comic timing’ - The Stage

‘A masterful recreation of sublime comic acting - Broadway World

‘Sean Foley maintains the tension and the comedy throughout with remarkable nimbleness’ - Daily Express

‘Coogan is terrific, making each of Seller’s roles his own’ - Financial Times

‘Enthusiastic and sharp’ - WhatsOnStage

Tickets available here