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Tickets for James Graham’s Dear England at the West End's Prince Edward Theatre
Is it about time we changed the game? Since opening at the National Theatre in 2023, James Graham’s Dear England has recieved critical-acclaim for its ability to shine a light on the role of the national men’s football team and how it reflects on the national psyche.
Dear England follows football manager Gareth Southgate and explores the ways in which Southgate has helped to change notions of masculinity in English football and on the England team. Dear England will now play the Cameron Mackintosh-owned Prince Edward Theatre from 9 October 2023 for a limited 14-week season. Book your tickets for the win!
What is Dear England about?
Dear England is an intriguing look into the complex psychology of the widely adored "beautiful game." In Dear England, the country that gave the world football has since delivered a painful pattern of loss, which leaves one question - why can’t England’s men win at their own game?
With the worst track record for penalties in the world, Gareth Southgate knows he needs to open his mind and face up to the years of hurt to take his team and country back to the promised land, but can he succeed?
The cast and creatives of Dear England
Joseph Fiennes (The Handmaid’s Tale, The Mother) plays Gareth Southgate in this new play by James Graham (Best of Enemies, Sherwood). Following their acclaimed productions, Tammy Faye and Ink, he reunites with director Rupert Goold (Spring Awakening, Judy) for this gripping examination of both nation and game.
Dear England tickets are available now!
Dear England explores resilience, identity, and the relentless art of transformation. Whether you're a fan of the nations beloved sport, intrigued by sports psychology, or would like to see the historical shift of sports in society, Dear England will have you cheering for the win! Don’t wait until half-time, book your tickets now!
Age restriction
Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by and sat next to a ticketholder who is at least 18 years old. Children under the age of 3 will not be admitted.Running time
2 hours and 50 minutes including intervalPerformance dates
9 October 2023 - 13 January 2024.Special notes
Joseph Fiennes will not be performing on the following performances: Monday 16th October, Tuesday 17th October, Wednesday 20 December, Thursday 21 December, Friday 22 December (both shows).
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Audio described performance: 2pm Saturday 18 November. Captioned: 2pm Saturday 4 November. British sign language signed: 7pm Wednesday 29 November.Venue Information
Prince Edward TheatreOld Compton Street, London, W1D 4HSRecent Reviews
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Dear England’s starting line up announced
The theatre transfer deadline day may have ended, but thanks to Dear England, the drama on and off the pitch continues! The National Theatre’s production enjoyed a nine-week running streak at the Olivier Theatre earlier this year, and now a host new players have joined the critically acclaimed team.
It has today been confirmed that Dervla Kirwan (Smother, Material Girl) will play the role of Pippa Grange, the sports psychologist who brought a winning mentality to the men’s squad. She will join the previously announced Joseph Fiennes (The Handmaid's Tale, The Mother) as the waistcoat wonder, Gareth Southgate. Dear England’s first game kicks off at the Prince Edward Theatre on 9 October, with the season ending in January 2024. Grab your match day tickets now!
13 Sep, 2023 | By Sian McBride