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Francis Beckett’s new play Make England Great Again is set just after the Britons First Party wins its first ever general election victory, and its charismatic leader Max Moore enters 10 Downing Street.It’s a comedy, but also a warning.Francis Beckett’s last three plays have had successful runs at Upstairs at the Gatehouse. The New Statesman called A Modest Little Man “a moving and entertaining play about Clement Attlee.”In The House Magazine, John McDonnell MP wrote of Vodka with Stalin: “As always with Francis’s work, you can’t fail to become emotionally close to the characters.”His Tom Lehrer is Teaching Math and Doesn’t Want to Talk to You was “A glorious celebration of one of the brightest, wittiest and most principled satirists”.
Don’t miss this brand new musical adaptation of the famous children's story by Oscar Wilde.Experience Oscar Wilde’s enchanting tale, with catchy tunes and music.Follow the journey of a reclusive giant whose heart transforms as he discovers the joy of sharing. Set against the backdrop of a lovely garden and filled with the innocence of children, this production brings Wilde’s timeless story to life.Running time: 60 mins (no interval)Age: 4+Story by Oscar Wilde Composed by John WhittakerLibretto by Alf WilliamsAdapted play text by John WhittakerAdapted text for stage by Paula ChittyDirected and Designed by Paula ChittyStage Managed by Kate ReynoldsProduced by Irrational TheatreChoreography by Jill PriestCastGiant - Daniel MeehanOgre - Katy Bingham-BestSam - Noah GoldingCharlotte - Insia Durrani
A New MusicalIt’s autumn in Moominvalley. Leaves are falling, rain has settled in. Six strangers arrive, each searching for something. Snufkin is looking for a melody. Fillyjonk longs for order. And Toft wants, more than anything, to meet the Moomins. But the house is empty. The valley is quiet. The Moomins have gone. Based on Tove Jansson’s final Moomin story, Moominvalley in November is a gentle, profound, and life-affirming meditation on grief, belonging, and quiet resilience. A co-production between Nummulite and Chromolume—the in-house company at Upstairs at the Gatehouse behind In Clay, Road Show, and Tom Lehrer Is Teaching Math and Doesn’t Want to Talk to You—Moominvalley in November was shortlisted for Mercury Musical Development’s BEAM 2025 showcase.Praise for Tove Jansson’s Moominvalley in November:“Genius” – Philip Pullman“A heartwarming and melancholic tale” – The Greatest Books “Tove Jansson is a master” – Times Literary Supplement
With masterful storytelling from the award-winning actor Gerard Logan, Hauntings will transport you to a world of invisible, but terrifyingly present, spirits.A spellbinding evening of three tales of the supernatural from two of the world’s greatest writers of ghost stories, E.F. Benson and M.R. JamesFrom E.F. BENSON comes:‘Naboth’s Vineyard’ - in which just deserts are meted out to an unscrupulous lawyer, &‘The Hanging of Alfred Wadham’ - in which the forces of the devil test a man of faith to his limits. From the master of the ghost story genre, M.R. JAMES, comes: ‘Oh, Whistle and I’ll Come to You, My Lad’ - in which a medieval spirit strikes terrorises an arrogant professor. Performed by Gerard Logan(Olivier Nominee & Winner of The Stage Newspaper’s ‘Best Solo Performer of the 2011 Edinburgh Festival)Directed by Gareth ArmstrongMusic by Simon Slater“Logan is astounding....He takes a strong script and flies it to the stars” Edinburgh Festival 2016 Review – 5 STARS “Watching Logan work is like being privy to a wonder of nature and remains with you ... A true masterpiece of solo performance” The Edinburgh Guide - Edinburgh Festival 2015 – 5 STARS.”
Brother Wolf presentsA Christmas Carol - As Told By Jacob Marley (Deceased)Adapted and performed by James HylandMusic by Chris WarnerWINNER: OFFCOMM COMMENDATIONOff West End Awards, 2023 WINNER: BEST PERFORMER IN THEATREFringe Report Awards, 2012?NOMINATED: LONDON THEATRE AWARDLondon Awards for Art and Performance, 2012Told from the perspective of Scrooge's deceased business partner, this multi award-winning stage adaptation has been hailed as the "definitive telling of A Christmas Carol" (Redditch Standard), and rated as one of "the top Christmas shows in London, Edinburgh and around the UK" (High 50 Culture). Recognised by Queen Elizabeth II for its part in Dickensian Scholarship, this "forcefully compelling masterpiece" (Manx Independent) delivers thrills, chills and excitement aplenty for all ages.Jacob Marley is dead and condemned to an eternity of carrying a heavy chain, forged in life; a life to which he can no longer return except to recount the tale of his miserly business partner, Ebenezer Scrooge, and the path that lead to his redemption. Through Marley's words, we learn how three magical spirits opened Scrooge's eyes and made him realise the true value of love and forgiveness.?????"An absolute masterclass in one-man shows!... What a joy this show was."A Shiny Life For Me?????"A tremendous achievement... a wonder to watch"Plays To See?????"Hyland was the only actor on stage, yet was able to bring a whole cast to life."Voice Magazine?????"Hyland plays Marley with stunning conviction... a Christmas treat."Dark Fiction Writer
The theatre is a short walk from Highgate tube station and a slightly longer walk (or bus ride) from Archway, both on the Northern line.
Several parking options are available in Highgate Village.
The Gatehouse pub downstairs serves excellent food until 9pm.
Upstairs at the Gatehouse is an award-winning Off West End theatre with a varied programme of musicals, drama, and more. Situated at the summit of Highgate Hill, they really are London’s Top Theatre!The venue first opened in 1997 on the site of what was once a Victorian Music hall. Since then, it has become an integral part of the theatre scene with Time Out calling it “one of London’s most reliable fringe musical theatre venues”.
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