Punch
★★★★★
‘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.
Alex Boaden
Julie Hesmondhalgh
Tony Hirst
Shalisha James-Davis
Emma Pallant
David Shields
James Graham
Author. Based on the book ‘Right From Wrong’ by Jacob Dunne
Adam Penford
Director
Anna Fleischle
Production Design
Robbie Butler
Lighting Design
Alexandra Faye Braithwaite
Sound Design and Composition
Leanne Pinder
Movement Direction
Access Seating:
For all performances, you can select up to two seats at our discounted access rate of 50% off per person. These include:
- Wheelchair park and companion seats
- End-of-aisle seating
- Central row seating
Step-free access to the Stalls is via a Domino Zonzini stair climber.
To make a wheelchair transfer booking, purchase more than two tickets or to discuss your seating requirements further, please contact our Access team on 0330 333 4815 or [email protected].
Off-Peak Groups Rate (10+ Tickets)
Rate: £45 / £35 per ticket (reduced from £75 / £39.50)
Seats: Stalls (Row M and back) & Dress Circle
Valid For: Monday – Wednesday evening & Thursday matinee performances
Exclusion Dates: N/A
Peak Groups Rate (10+ Tickets)
Rate: £55 / £40 per ticket (reduced from £85 – £75 / £49.50 – £39.50)
Seats: Stalls (Row M and back) & Dress Circle
Valid For: Thursday – Friday evening performances
Exclusion Dates: N/A
Full price groups (10+) available on all performances.
Schools & Education Rate (10+ Tickets)
Rate: £25 / £19.50 per ticket (reduced from £49.50 – £29.50 / £25), 1 free teacher ticket for every 10 students
Seats: Grand Circle & Balcony
Valid For: Monday – Thursday performances
Exclusion Dates: N/A
Apollo Theatre
31 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 7EZ
