Down to Chance
About Down to Chance
Come From Away meets The Play That Goes Wrong…
One woman, a radio, and the largest earthquake in US History.
Anchorage, Alaska. 1964. A part-time radio reporter, her teenage intern, a general on leave, and a local hobbyist find themselves at the centre of a remarkable relief effort. Live on air, Genie Chance must take unimaginable risks to save her community and family from chaos.
But as temperatures plummet and news of an even greater threat reaches the relief effort, Genie must decide how much she really owes her listening audience?
Based on the incredible true story of the Great Alaskan Earthquake, Down to Chance is a heartwarming portrait of a community in crisis with the whole world listening in.
After selling out the Edinburgh Fringe and thrilling London audiences at The Pleasance Theatre this Spring, this 5-star, ‘deftly staged thriller’ (The Stage) lands in Oxford this Autumn.
Maybe You Like It’s madcap new show promises frenetic action, frantic multi-roling, and immersive live sound in this ‘love letter to the golden age of radio’ (The Scotsman).
Maybe You Like It creates collaborative, high-energy stage shows, audio shows and podcasts that entertain and engage audiences with accessible, comedic work. The shows are story-driven, told in a fluid-filmic style, built on “imagination, wit and a mountain of metatheatrical humour” The Scotsman. Maybe You Like It are Pleasance Associate Artists 2025-2027.
Down to Chance was developed with support from Theatre Royal Plymouth and The Pleasance for The Edinburgh National Partnerships Programme.
Reviews
“Maybe You Like It are a terrifically exciting company.”
The Stage
“Deftly staged thriller.” ★★★★
The Stage
“A love letter to the Golden Age of radio.” ★★★★
The Scotsman
“Simply the best show I’ve seen this year.” ★★★★
UK Theatre Web
Tickets
Please see important booking information below.
Booking information
Ticket prices:
Standard – £15.00
Pay more – £20.00
Pay less – £10.00
Dates & times:
Thursday 15 October 2026 at 8.00pm
Running time:
1 hour
Age guidance:
12+
Warning:
This show contains loud noises, flashing lights, extended period of darkness, and descriptions of natural disaster.
About The Old Fire Station
The Old Fire Station in Oxford is an arts centre with a unique social mission, combining creativity with community impact. Located in the city centre, it hosts a vibrant programme of theatre, exhibitions, music, comedy, and workshops.
It shares its space with the homelessness charity Crisis Skylight Oxford, supporting people experiencing homelessness through training and opportunities in the arts. By bringing artists, audiences, and vulnerable communities together, The Old Fire Station aims to challenge inequality and inspire positive change.
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