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London, 1660. The theatres are alive, the monarchy’s restored, and women are finally allowed on stage. One woman is about to take it by storm.
Orange-seller, wit, trailblazer, Nell Gwynn is a woman who knows what she wants and isn’t afraid to go after it. From the chaotic pit of Drury Lane to the polished halls of Charles II’s court, Nell’s rise to fame as one of Britain’s first actresses is equal parts hilarious and defiant. She can dance, she can sing, she can hurl a one-liner sharper than any sword and yes, she might just steal the King’s heart along the way.
Packed with mischief, music and plenty of flair, Nell Gwynn is a riotous celebration of performance and women who won’t behave. With a fierce female-led ensemble at its heart, this rollicking comedy dances to its own beat and keeps the gents on their toes.
Join us for a night of song, satire, and stage-crashing brilliance in this gloriously funny, feminist comedy that asks: why play by the rules when you can write your own?
Writer
Jessica Swale
Producers
Shakespeare North Playhouse, Theatre by the Lake, Storyhouse
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Show DETAILS
Venue Space
Cockpit Theatre
Length
2 hours and 10 mins + Interval
Ticket Prices
Tickets from: £15.00
Age Guidance
12+
Accessibility
This show has Audio Described performances, BSL Interpreted performances and Relaxed performances
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★★★★ - "Above all, the piece, like its predecessor, is a love letter to theatre itself and the cheerful chaos involved in putting on a play."
The Guardian *Review of 2016 production
★★★★ - "Sweeps us us from the start in a blissful whirl of theatricals."
Evening Standard *Review of 2016 production
★★★★★ - "This is a right royal treat."
The Telegraph *Review of 2016 production
★★★★★ - "It's a bawdy, witty, engaging romp. I can't imagine who it would offend but, as a package, it lifts you up and puts a smile on your face."
The Times *Review of 2016 production
