The Grand Babylon Hotel
Claybody Theatre production in association with New Vic Theatre
(inc. £2.50 ticket levy)
Show Bio
The Grand Babylon Hotel by Arnold Bennett
Adapted for the stage by Deborah McAndrew
Directed by Conrad Nelson
Nella Racksole wants steak and beer for her birthday treat, but these are not on the menu of the exclusive Grand Babylon Hotel – so her American Railroad Millionaire father obligingly buys the chef… the kitchen… the entire hotel.
However, The Grand Babylon is not all it seems, and Theodore Racksole soon discovers there’s more than a juicy steak on his plate – with kidnapping and murder for starters!
Have Theodore and Nella bitten off more than they can chew?
The Grand Babylon Hotel is a rollicking comedy thriller, with a virtuoso cast of five bringing you many faces, chases, glamour, intrigue, and a couple of German princes thrown in for good measure.
A riotous evening out!
Content to Consider
This show is a 12+ and contains a gun shot sound effect.
Accessible and Q&A Performances
There will be a captioned performance on Sat 28 Mar, 2pm.
Mercury Classics in our Café Bar
Introducing our delicious Mercury Classics! Make the most of your visit by treating yourself to a delicious and great value meal at a reserved table ahead of the show. Served 90 minutes before the performance in our Café Bar, choose from three mouth-watering options: Sausage & Mash, Chicken Curry or Vegetable Curry (v, vg).
Simply select which option you would like to your basket when booking online (see the You might also be interested in… page once you have selected your tickets) or with our friendly Box Office team! Limited spaces per performance so book early to avoid disappointment.
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