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Tony award-nominee J. Smith-Cameron (Succession’s Gerri Kellman) stars as Juno Boyle opposite Mark Rylance as ‘Captain’ Jack Boyle in a highly anticipated new production of JUNO AND THE PAYCOCK, Seán O’Casey's timeless masterpiece, directed by Tony and Olivier award-winner Matthew Warchus (Matilda The Musical, Pride).
Dublin, 1922, the Irish Civil War is tearing the nation apart. In the cauldron of the family’s tiny tenement flat, Juno Boyle, a beleaguered matriarch whose sharp wit is a survival tool, struggles to make ends meet and keep the family together. Her husband, ‘Captain’ Jack Boyle, fancies himself a ship's commander but sails no further than the pub. When providence comes knocking with news of a great inheritance, could the family’s troubles finally fade away?
Poetic, poignant, and hilarious, JUNO AND THE PAYCOCK is a big-hearted, black-humoured, tragi-comic triumph that reflects on a mother’s resilience in the midst of life’s most trying moments.
‘WHAT CAN GOD DO AGAINST THE STUPIDITY OF MEN?’
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This production is recommended for ages 14+Running time
2hrs 45mins (inc interval)Performance dates
21 September - 23 November 2024Content
This performance contains smoking of real cigarettes, the use of replica guns and gunfire.Special notes
Everyone, regardless of age, must have their own ticket to enter the theatre. 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. Latecomers may not be admitted until a suitable break in the performance. You may not bring food or drink purchased elsewhere. There is no readmittance into the auditorium once the performance has begun.
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Audio Described Performance: Saturday 2 November 2024 at 2pm. Captioned Performance: Saturday 9 November at 2pm. Signed Performance: Saturday 19 October at 2pm.Venue Information
Gielgud TheatreShaftesbury Avenue, London, W1V 8ARLatest Juno and the Paycock News
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Who's joining Mark Rylance and J. Smith-Cameron in Juno and the Paycock?
The Boyle’s have a full house as casting has been confirmed for Seán O’Casey's timeless masterpiece, Juno and the Paycock. Directed by Tony and Olivier award-winner Matthew Warchus and starring Mark Rylance (Bridge of Spies) and J. Smith-Cameron (Succession), the highly anticipated production will play a strictly limited 9-week run at the Gielgud Theatre from 21 September 2024. But who will be joining Rylance and Smith-Cameron?
Joining the previously announced J. Smith-Cameron (Juno Boyle) and Mark Rylance (‘Captain’ Jack Boyle) are Paul Hilton (‘Joxer’ Daly), Aisling Kearns (Mary Boyle), Eimhin Fitzgerald Doherty (Johnny Boyle), Ingrid Craigie (Mrs Tancred), Anna Healy (Mrs Maisie Madigan), Chris Walley (Charles Bentham), Seán Duggan (‘Needle’ Nugent), Leo Hanna (Jerry Devine), Jessica Cervi, Caolan McCarthy, Bryan Moriarty, John Rice and Jacinta Whyte.
21 Aug, 2024 | By Sian McBride
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Gielgud Theatre best seats and seating plan
Opening in 1906, boasts a rich history and a legacy of remarkable performances. Originally named the Hicks Theatre after its first manager, Seymour Hicks, it was later renamed the Globe Theatre before finally becoming the Gielgud Theatre in 1994, in honour of the legendary actor and director Sir John Gielgud.
The theatre has hosted an array of prestigious productions, including the original 1974 production of Alan Ayckbourn's The Norman Conquests and Peter Shaffer's Lettice and Lovage starring Maggie Smith. More recently, it was the home of the critically acclaimed plays; The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, To Kill a Mockingbird and The Ferryman. With its opulent Edwardian architecture, the Gielgud Theatre remains a beloved venue for both classical and contemporary theatre.
What are the best seats at the Gielgud Theatre?
The best seats at the Gielgud Theatre are generally considered to be in the Stalls, particularly in the centre section, from Row E to Row M. These seats offer a direct view of the stage without any obstructions, providing a close yet comprehensive view of the performance.
In the Dress Circle, one level above the Stalls, the seats in the centre of the first few rows (A to C) also provide excellent views, especially for appreciating the full scope of the stage. For those seeking a more economical option, the front rows of the Grand Circle can still offer good views of the stage, though they are higher up.
The overall experience can also depend on the specific production and staging, so checking reviews or seat maps for the particular show you're attending can be helpful.
Gielgud Theatre seating plan
26 Jul, 2024 | By Sian McBride