Experience Punch, the latest masterpiece from Olivier Award-winning playwright James Graham (Best of Enemies, Dear England, This House), which brings Jacob Dunne’s powerful true-life account to the stage. This ★★★★★ production, following a sold-out run in Nottingham, is igniting discussions everywhere, from theatres and courthouses to the House of Commons.
Jacob Dunne, a teenager from Nottingham, spends his Saturday nights seeking thrills with his friends. One fateful evening, an impulsive punch leads to fatal consequences. After serving prison time, Jacob finds himself lost and directionless. Searching for answers, Joan and David – the parents of his victim James – ask to meet, sparking a profound transformation in Jacob’s life.
This production is dedicated to James Hodgkinson and all victims of one-punch.
Post-show talks will be held to discuss the themes of the show with Jacob Dunne and guests following the performance on 11 March, 7.30pm, and on 19 March, 2.30pm with a panel of guests, with further details to be announced.
Assisted Performances
Audio-Described: Fri 14 Mar, 7.30pm & Sat 22 Mar, 2.30pm. Free Touch Tours are available to book on these dates from 1pm for matinees and 6 pm for evening performances.
Captioned: Mon 17 Mar, 7.30pm & Wed 26 Mar, 2.30pm
BSL: Tue 18 Mar, 7.30pm
Relaxed: Mon 17 Mar, 7.30pm, Sat 29 Mar, 2:30pm.
Sensory Adapted: Fri 28 March, 7:30pm.
2hr 25min. Incl. 1 interval.
1st March, 2025
12th April, 2025
Ages 12+.
Location: Fringe/Off West End
Railway station: Waterloo
Bus numbers: Pocock Street (Stop V) 40, 63
Car park: National Car Park Ltd
Jacob Dunne, a teenager from Nottingham, spends his Saturday nights seeking thrills with his friends. One fateful evening, an impulsive punch leads to fatal consequences.
Punch runs for 2hr 25min. Incl. 1 interval.
Punch is at London's Young Vic (Main House), which is located at 66 The Cut, London, SE1 8LZ.
Punch tickets start at £36.
Ages 12+.
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