The Winslow Boy opens at The Old Vic on Friday

The Winslow Boy opens at The Old Vic on Friday

Event: The Winslow Boy
Date: March 8th - May 25th
Venue: The Old Vic

The classic English play by Terence Rattigan, The Winslow Boy, is to open at The Old Vic theatre near Waterloo station this Friday (March 8th) where it will continue its run until the end of May.

Those planning a theatre trip to the capital this Easter may arguably wish to look no further as the production is helmed by such a fine talent as Lindsay Posner - an award-winning British director who has won critical acclaim for his work across London's West End, at the Royal Court Theatre, with the Royal Shakespeare Company and also at the Royal National Theatre.

Recently, Posner was hailed by both critics and the public alike for his exceptional work on Michael Frayn's popular show Noises Off. 

First staged in 1946, the show tells the story of a father who tries to clear his son's name after he is dismissed from naval college, accused of stealing. It is said to be based on a true story which allegedly took place at the Royal Naval College in Osborne during the Edwardian era.

It premiered on Broadway back in 1947 and was made into a film in 1948, before being adapted for another motion picture in 1999 by David Mamet. In 1990, it was also adapted for television.

Aside from its evident appeal to anyone interested in all things thespian, the play could also tempt those with a penchant for history or revisionism, as the playwright likes to play with fact and fiction. For example, the script features genuine extracts from parliament and court transcripts at the time. However, he moves events in time so that they appear closer to the first world war and sets them in a context for his own artistic creation.

There will be a free post-show discussion on April 22nd, for those who would like to speak to members of the company about the production and behind-the-scenes action.

To make the evening extra special, theatre-goers may wish to treat themselves to a drink in a fantastic cocktail bar in London before or after the production, or perhaps a meal in a top London restaurant.

Posted by Rupert Jones