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Pygmalion: Presented by Henley Players
20 March 2024 to 23 March 2024
About Pygmalion: Presented by Henley Players
“I have created this thing out of the squashed cabbage leaves of Covent Garden; and now she pretends to play the fine lady with me.”
Eccentric phonetics expert Henry Higgins thinks he can pass off a poor flower girl in polite society with a few months of elocution lessons.
It turns out that spirited Eliza Doolittle has a mind and personality of her own and is not willing to lose them as readily as she sheds her cockney accent.
Strong characters and great wit animate this classic comedy, and the themes of social mobility and women’s empowerment are as relevant today as when Pygmalion was first performed over a century ago.
Pygmalion spawned many adaptations for film and stage and was recently revived at the Old Vic. Whether you’re a lover of classic drama or a seeker of truth, this play promises an unforgettable evening.
Tickets
Please see important booking information below.
Booking information
Dates, times & prices:
Wednesday 20 March 2024 at 7.30pm – Adult £19.00, Concessions £18.00.
Thursday 21 March 2024 at 7.30pm – Adult £19.00, Concessions £18.00.
Friday 22 March 2024 at 7.30pm – All tickets £21.00.
Saturday 23 March 2024 at 2.30pm – Pay what you want, minimum price £5.00.
Saturday 23 March 2024 at 7.30pm – All tickets £21.00.
Concessions are: Senior Citizens, Students, Under 18s and Keepers/Friends.
Ticket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy, a £1.25 Booking Fee and a 25p Community Fund Levy.
Duration:
TBC, including an interval.
About Kenton Theatre
Situated in the centre of Henley-on-Thames, the Kenton Theatre is the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK and a registered charity. Seating 240, the theatre today offers a varied programme of comedy, drama, music, talks and more – as well as being available for hire.
The theatre is home to annual performances from Henley Amateur Operatic and Drama Society (HAODS), Henley Children’s Theatre, Henley Drama Festival, Henley Literary Festival, Henley Players, Henley Youth Festival, Mike Hurst, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO), Woodley Light Operatic Society, amongst others. High-profile performers at the Kenton in recent years include Michael McIntyre, Georgie Fame, Haley Mills, Chris Barber, Dara O’Briain, Diana Rigg, Russell Brand, PP Arnold and Marti Webb.
The theatre’s first production, the farce The School of Reform took place on 07 November 1805. Celebrated performers who have graced the Kenton stage over the last five decades include Celia Johnson, John Mortimer, Anthony Newley, Kate Winslet, Tom Baker, Joe Brown, Diana Dors, David Essex, Roy Hudd and Jeremy Irons.
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