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The Rules of Farce

What is it about farce that makes it so hilarious? We asked the Bang Bang cast and creatives to share their thoughts. “If you start to unpick farce scientifically you are screwed.” (Nicky Henson, Director) “DOORS!!!!” (Anna Orford, Assistant Director) “It’s…

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We speak to John Cleese about writing comedy and his hilarious farce Bang Bang

“If you think about it, the Fawlty Towers shows were actually just little thirty minute farces.”   Tell us about Bang Bang. What subjects does it deal with, and why is farce the best medium? I have always been drawn…

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Susan Calman: The Calman Before the Storm

Susan Calman: The Calman Before the Storm will be staged as part of our Summer 2017 season. Tickets will go on sale in early 2017. In the meantime, click here to add yourself to the waiting list and be the first to receive updates!…

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Ed Byrne: Spoiler Alert

This event will be staged as part of our Autumn/Winter 2017 season. Tickets will go on sale in mid 2017. In the meantime, click here to add yourself to the waiting list and be the first to receive updates! Brand new stand…

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