It’s 1899 and escaped prisoner of war Winston Churchill is a fiendish spot of bother, lost in the African savannah, wanted ‘Dead or Alive’ and hounded by the scathing words of his dead father. Will he surrender, or fight on – whatever the cost?
Experience the coming-of-age of Britain’s greatest hero in this gripping true story of adventure, audacity and Imperial folly.
The show will be followed by a presentation from writer/performer Freddie Machin on the letters, photographs and archive material that inspired the show’s creation.
“A gem of new writing”
– Three Weeks
“Consistently entertaining and often hilarious”
– Exuent Magazine
“Freddie Machin gives a superb performance as Churchill”
– Hairline
Dates & Times
Derby Hall @ The Met
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