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Giving Tuesday

As an independent charity with no regular subsidy we need your help to continue producing groundbreaking theatre, to serve our community and to bring theatre to 10,000 young people each year. When you purchase tickets from our website, there is also the option to add a donation. Any amount you can give when booking your tickets tomorrow will help us continue our work on and off stage.

Our Impact

The Old Vic is a world-class creative producing theatre with groundbreaking seasons of work playing to audiences of up to 300,000 a year; touring to the UK, West End and Broadway; and broadcasting into cinemas across the globe. But this does not tell the full story of The Old Vic. As a theatre operating since 1818 and now a registered charity, The Old Vic’s identity is built around its wider societal contribution. Today, under Matthew Warchus’ Artistic Directorship, The Old Vic delivers an engaging, affordable artistic season together with free-to-access programmes that further our charitable objects to promote art, culture and heritage for the general public and to advance education through the encouragement of the arts. Find out more http://bit.ly/2mxepcg

A Very Expensive Poison | Audience Reactions

Vox Pops from the opening night of A Very Expensive Poison, now showing at The Old Vic until 5 October. Book your tickets today: http://bit.ly/2XqBvh5

How To Write A Review

British theatre critic, writer and journalist, Lyn Gardner gives us her top tips on writing a review.

A Very Expensive Poison | Tom Scutt

Tom Scutt talks through the visual world he has created for Lucy Prebble's new play, A Very Expensive Poison. Book you tickets for A Very Expensive poison today: http://bit.ly/2XqBvh5

OV12 | How To Be A Pitch

A Very Expensive Poison | Unashamedly Theatrical

The cast of A Very Expensive Poison discuss why this story is perfectly suited to the theatre. Book you tickets for A Very Expensive poison today: http://bit.ly/2XqBvh5

A Very Expensive Poison | A Love Story

The cast of A Very Expensive Poison discuss the love story at the heart of this brand new play. Book you tickets for A Very Expensive poison today: http://bit.ly/2XqBvh5

A Very Expensive Poison | Playing from 20 Aug

John Crowley (Brooklyn, The Goldfinch) directs Lucy Prebble’s (The Effect, ENRON) reimagining of Luke Harding’s jaw-dropping exposé of the events behind the notorious death of ex-FSB Officer Alexander Litvinenko. Book now: http://bit.ly/2Yuvqkr

Luke Harding | A Very Expensive Poison

A Very Expensive Poison plays at The Old Vic from 20 Aug: http://bit.ly/2Yuvqkr John Crowley (Brooklyn, The Goldfinch) directs Lucy Prebble’s (The Effect, ENRON) reimagining of Luke Harding’s jaw-dropping exposé of the events behind the notorious death of ex-FSB Officer Alexander Litvinenko.

Interview with Lucy Prebble | A Very Expensive Poison

Lucy Prebble talks A Very Expensive Poison, her reimagining of Luke Harding's jaw-dropping exposé of the events behind the notorious death of ex-FSB Officer Alexander Litvinenko. http://bit.ly/2M8Ergn

Hattie Stewart | Present Laughter

Hattie Stewart is an Artist and Illustrator based in London, UK. Although she is best known for 'doodlebombing' over influential Magazines, her tongue-in-cheek artwork moves fluidly between many creative fields including Fashion, Music and Contemporary Art. Here she explains her response to Present Laughter, which is playing at The Old Vic until 10 Aug 2019: http://bit.ly/2JlY5nu See her work: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bzxo6rZgKgi/

Present Laughter | Press Night

Vox pops from the opening night of Present Laughter, now showing at The Old Vic until 10 August. Tickets from £12, book yours today: http://bit.ly/2VH9SiT

Present Laughter | Technical Rehearsal

Take a sneak peak behind our stage as Andrew Scott and the company of Present Laughter rehearse on set for the first time. Present Laughter, directed by Matthew Warchus, plays at The Old Vic until 10 Aug: http://bit.ly/2VH9SiT

Present Laughter | 1930's Slang

Turns out the Present Laughter company are quite a competitive bunch... We tested them with some 1930s slang to help with preparations for the show http://bit.ly/2VH9SiT

OV Extra

Make the most of your visits to The Old Vic. Go OV Extra: http://bit.ly/2ZJQTru OV Extra is our new online loyalty scheme, designed to give you discounts, insights, invites and surprises for just £5 a month.

All My Sons | Vox Pops

Hear what our press night audience thought of All My Sons. Must end 08 Jun, book your tickets today: https://bit.ly/2P5ucbq Jeremy Herrin directs Sally Field and Bill Pullman in Arthur Miller’s blistering drama, All My Sons.

All My Sons | Trailer

Book your All My Sons tickets today: https://bit.ly/2P5ucbq Jeremy Herrin directs Sally Field and Bill Pullman in Arthur Miller’s blistering drama, All My Sons.

How well do you know Noël Coward? | Present Laughter

Book now for Present Laughter: https://bit.ly/2HDmQf6 We challenged Matthew Warchus and Andrew Scott on how well they really knew Noël Coward... Can you do better? Matthew Warchus directs Andrew Scott in Noёl Coward’s provocative comedy, Present Laughter. The cast also includes Luke Thallon, Sophie Thompson, Suzie Toase and Indira Varma.

The American Clock | Interview with Justin Ellington and Darron L West

Book your tickets to The American Clock today: https://bit.ly/2pYuA0e Justin Ellington and Darron L West discuss the music of The American Clock. Watch to discover how as a Composer and Sound Designer they worked together to bring Arthur Miller's play to life on stage at The Old Vic.

Touch Tours at The Old Vic

The Old Vic aims to be welcoming and accessible to all. We are committed to making your visit as easy and enjoyable as possible. Our theatre is nearly 200 years old so there are a few areas where access is restricted by the building’s physical layout but we will always do all we can to welcome you. Find out more: https://www.oldvictheatre.com/your-visit/access

Schools Club students interview Julia Locascio | The American Clock

Schools Club students Lauren and Obed interview Baylis Associate Director Julia Locascio to find out more about The American Clock. Schools Club provides bespoke workshops, theatre tickets, backstage tours and diverse educational resources for staff and students. It supports the curriculum and works with schools and students from areas of London with poor arts provision. The Old Vic partners with 40 secondary schools, engaging with up to 1200 students each academic year. To find out more visit: www.oldvictheatre.com/join-in/for-teachers/schools-club Access our Education Pack for The American Clock here: www.oldvictheatre.com/join-in/for-teachers/education-packs Book your tickets to The American Clock: www.oldvictheatre.com/whats-on/2019/the-american-clock

Matthew Warchus and Andrew Scott | Present Laughter

Pride fans will know that Present Laughter isn’t the first time Matthew Warchus and Andrew Scott have worked together – we caught up with them to find out more about the show. By Noёl Coward Directed by Matthew Warchus Starring Andrew Scott Matthew Warchus will direct Andrew Scott in Noёl Coward’s provocative comedy, Present Laughter, opening on 25 June with previews from 17 June. The cast also includes Luke Thallon, Sophie Thompson, Suzie Toase and Indira Varma.

One Hand Tied Behind Us | 'We Raise Girls' by Bola Agbaje, performed by Sheila Atim

Contains some strong language. One Hand Tied Behind Us was performed just after International Women’s Day 2018 and marked 100 years since the 1918 Representation of the People Act gave the first women in Britain the right to vote. Curated by Maxine Peake, this special one-off performance of monologues explored key moments in the history of women’s rights in the UK, and looked forward to the future of the fight for equality. We Raise Girls! by Bola Agbaje, performed by Sheila Atim Betsy by Ella Hickson, performed by Jill Halfpenny Contactless by Maxine Peake, performed by Siobhan McSweeney Imagine That by Kit de Waal, performed by Flo Wilson Mother’s Little Helper 1963 by Jeanette Winterson, performed by Celia Imrie Find out more about upcoming One Voice performances: http://bit.ly/2SzCIR1

One Hand Tied Behind Us | 'Imagine That' by Kit de Wall, performed by Flo Wilson

Contains some strong language. One Hand Tied Behind Us was performed just after International Women’s Day 2018 and marked 100 years since the 1918 Representation of the People Act gave the first women in Britain the right to vote. Curated by Maxine Peake, this special one-off performance of monologues explored key moments in the history of women’s rights in the UK, and looked forward to the future of the fight for equality. We Raise Girls! by Bola Agbaje, performed by Sheila Atim Betsy by Ella Hickson, performed by Jill Halfpenny Contactless by Maxine Peake, performed by Siobhan McSweeney Imagine That by Kit de Waal, performed by Flo Wilson Mother’s Little Helper 1963 by Jeanette Winterson, performed by Celia Imrie Find out more about upcoming One Voice performances: http://bit.ly/2SzCIR1

One Hand Tied Behind Us | 'Mother's Little Helper' by Jeanette Winterson, performed by Celia Imrie

Contains some strong language. One Hand Tied Behind Us was performed just after International Women’s Day 2018 and marked 100 years since the 1918 Representation of the People Act gave the first women in Britain the right to vote. Curated by Maxine Peake, this special one-off performance of monologues explored key moments in the history of women’s rights in the UK, and looked forward to the future of the fight for equality. We Raise Girls! by Bola Agbaje, performed by Sheila Atim Betsy by Ella Hickson, performed by Jill Halfpenny Contactless by Maxine Peake, performed by Siobhan McSweeney Imagine That by Kit de Waal, performed by Flo Wilson Mother’s Little Helper 1963 by Jeanette Winterson, performed by Celia Imrie Find out more about upcoming One Voice performances: http://bit.ly/2SzCIR1

One Hand Tied Behind Us | 'Betsy' written by Ella Hickson and performed by Jill Halfpenny

Contains some strong language. One Hand Tied Behind Us was performed just after International Women’s Day 2018 and marked 100 years since the 1918 Representation of the People Act gave the first women in Britain the right to vote. Curated by Maxine Peake, this special one-off performance of monologues explored key moments in the history of women’s rights in the UK, and looked forward to the future of the fight for equality. We Raise Girls! by Bola Agbaje, performed by Sheila Atim Betsy by Ella Hickson, performed by Jill Halfpenny Contactless by Maxine Peake, performed by Siobhan McSweeney Imagine That by Kit de Waal, performed by Flo Wilson Mother’s Little Helper 1963 by Jeanette Winterson, performed by Celia Imrie Find out more about upcoming One Voice performances: http://bit.ly/2SzCIR1

The American Clock | Trailer

Book your tickets to The American Clock today: https://bit.ly/2NQ1z0u Watch our on-stage video of the Marathon Dance. This was a 1920s human endurance contest where couples danced almost non-stop for hundreds of hours. ‘For them the clock would never strike midnight, the dance and the music could never stop…’

The American Clock | Vox Pops

Vox Pops from opening night of The American Clock, now showing at The Old Vic until 30 Mar. Tickets from £12. Visionary director Rachel Chavkin (Hadestown) presents Arthur Miller’s ground-breaking play about hope, idealism and a nation’s unwavering faith in capitalism.

The American Clock | Teaser Trailer

Book your tickets today: https://bit.ly/2NQ1z0u The American Clock turns, fortunes are made and lives are broken. In New York City in 1929, the stock market crashed and everything changed. Visionary director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812, Hadestown) presents Arthur Miller’s ground-breaking play about hope, idealism and a nation’s unwavering faith in capitalism.

Happy New Year from The Old Vic

Relive our favourite moments from 2018

Merry Christmas from The Old Vic

Our iconic, 200 year old stage is yours this Christmas - stand on it for yourself amidst A Christmas Carol's magical indoor snow and experience a sight only seen by Old Vic performers. We hope to see you in 2019.

What Audiences Think | A Christmas Carol

Book tickets for A Christmas Carol today: http://bit.ly/2SRfkzD We caught up with our press night audiences and even Scrooge himself to find out what they thought of A Christmas Carol.

One Hand Tied Behind Us | 'Contactless' by Maxine Peake, performed by Siobhan McSweeney

Contains some strong language. One Hand Tied Behind Us was performed just after International Women’s Day 2018 and marked 100 years since the 1918 Representation of the People Act gave the first women in Britain the right to vote. Curated by Maxine Peake, this special one-off performance of monologues explored key moments in the history of women’s rights in the UK, and looked forward to the future of the fight for equality. We Raise Girls! by Bola Agbaje, performed by Sheila Atim Betsy by Ella Hickson, performed by Jill Halfpenny Contactless by Maxine Peake, performed by Siobhan McSweeney Imagine That by Kit de Waal, performed by Flo Wilson Mother’s Little Helper 1963 by Jeanette Winterson, performed by Celia Imrie Find out more about upcoming One Voice performances: http://bit.ly/2SzCIR1

The Old Vic One Voice | The Nuchess by Seiriol Davies, performed by Louise English

Curated by Lolita Chakrabarti Directed by Adrian Lester ‘No society can legitimately call itself civilised if a sick person is denied medical aid because of lack of means.’ Aneurin Bevan The Greatest Wealth, curated by Lolita Chakrabarti and directed by Adrian Lester, celebrated 70 years of the National Health Service this summer. Eight specially-commissioned monologues by Moira Buffini, Lolita Chakrabarti, Seiriol Davies, Matilda Ibini, Courttia Newland, Meera Syal, Jack Thorne and Paul Unwin were performed by Jade Anouka, Louise English, Dervla Kirwan, Ruth Madeley, Art Malik, Meera Syal, Sophie Stone and David Threlfall in response to each decade since Aneurin Bevan launched the NHS at Park Hospital, Manchester on 5 July 1948. Each evening will also include music performed by Gloria Obianyo and Dylan Townley. This Old Vic commissioned set of world premiere monologues saluted and discussed the past, present and future of our NHS, an extraordinary institution that supports every single one of us. An absolute jewel in our crown: https://www.oldvictheatre.com/whats-on/2018/the-greatest-wealth

Take The Lead

www.oldvictheatre.com/join-in/for-teachers/take-the-lead Take the Lead is a free employability programme for students aged 16–18 that uses theatre techniques and creative workshops to build on five core skills: communication, self-management, self-belief, teamwork and problem solving. This programme is created in collaboration with schools and businesses drawing on The Old Vic’s expertise as a theatrical institution and is specially designed to support young people to take ownership over their next steps after school. Take the Lead is open to any students, not just drama students, and we will work with 20 schools across the year and up to 1,000 KS5 students.

OV Tomorrow | Access

Please support us by donating today: https://www.oldvictheatre.com/ovtomorrow We all love our 200 year old theatre but disabled access is almost non-existent in our Grade II* listed building. In two centuries, no wheelchair users have ever had the opportunity to enter our Box Office or enjoy our front of house spaces. We need your help to change this.

Education, Community and Artist Development

The Old Vic is a gateway to a world of creative, social and employment opportunities in the theatre, join us today: www.oldvictheatre.com/join-in Whether your interest is in theatre on or off stage, in broadening your creative imagination, or simply learning how to communicate better in an interview, this is where futures begin.

OVTomorrow

Help us modernise The Old Vic for 21st Century audiences, donate now: https://www.oldvictheatre.com/ovtomorrow Today we (along with some familiar faces) launch a public fundraising campaign to support upgrades to the building that will, for the first time in its 200 year history, provide access for disabled patrons to the front of house spaces including the Box Office, the basement bar, main foyer and auditorium. In addition (to address the number one complaint of Old Vic audiences) the ladies' loo provision will be doubled.

Ben Bailey Smith performs 'Come On Home' | One Voice Remembrance

Curated by Arinzé Kene Directed by Annabel Bolton One Voice is a series of newly written monologues, spoken word and song from leading writers and performed by acclaimed actors on our stage − this is theatre in its rawest form. Without scenery, costume, and with nothing to rely on but words, One Voice reminds us what a single voice can do. Curated by Arinzé Kene (Girl from the North Country, The Old Vic/West End; Misty, Bush/West End) to mark 100 years since the Armistice, Remembrance brings together five new monologues to shine a light on the powerful, poignant and surprising stories often hidden in the shadow of conflict. The performances Come on Home written and performed by Ben Bailey Smith (Derek, writer of Four O’Clock Club) An Elephant Alone written by Rachel De-Lahay (Circles at Birmingham Rep/Tricycle) and performed by Inès De Clercq The Lily Parr Fan Club written by Monica Dolan (W1A) and performed by Melanie Kilburn Letter written and performed by David Ireland (Ulster American) Blue Buttons written by Arinzé Kene and performed by Jade Anouka

A Christmas Carol

The eagerly anticipated return of Jack Thorne's A Christmas Carol plays from 24 Nov. Tickets from £12 http://bit.ly/2SRfkzD Filling the auditorium to the brim with mince pies, music and merriment, a unique staging immerses the audience in this uplifting story for everyone aged 8+.

A Christmas Carol | Teaser Trailer

The eagerly anticipated return of Jack Thorne's A Christmas Carol plays from 24 Nov. Tickets from £12 http://bit.ly/2SRfkzD Filling the auditorium to the brim with mince pies, music and merriment, a unique staging immerses the audience in this uplifting story for everyone aged 8+.

A Christmas Carol | Behind The Scenes

Book now for Matthew Warchus’ big-hearted, smash hit production of Charles Dickens’ immortal classic A Christmas Carol: https://bit.ly/2yLXaXF We go behind the scenes at the photoshoot for A Christmas Carol with Director Matthew Warchus and Stephen Tompkinson, Ebenezer Scrooge. A Christmas Carol returns to The Old Vic with previews from 24 November.

The American Clock | Interview with Rachel Chavkin

Visionary director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812, Hadestown) presents Arthur Miller’s ground-breaking play about hope, idealism and a nation’s unwavering faith in capitalism. https://bit.ly/2pYuA0e

Remembrance

This Sun 4 Nov we mark the Armistice centenary with five new commissioned monologues, curated by Arinzé Kene (Misty). Get a sneak preview now from two of the writers Ben Bailey Smith and writer Monica Dolan. All tickets £10–£15, book now https://bit.ly/2qaohHe

Wise Children | What Audiences Think

A big, bawdy tangle of theatrical joy and heartbreak, Wise Children is a celebration of show business, family, forgiveness and hope. Expect show girls and Shakespeare, sex and scandal, music, mischief and mistaken identity. http://bit.ly/2xUhk1m

Audience Feedback | Wise Children

Hear audiences react to Wise Children. A big, bawdy tangle of theatrical joy and heartbreak, Wise Children is a celebration of show business, family, forgiveness and hope. Expect show girls and Shakespeare, sex and scandal, music, mischief and mistaken identity. http://bit.ly/2xUhk1m

Darling Daughter | Wise Children

Your first look at one of the numbers from Wise Children, opening at The Old Vic on Monday 8 October. http://bit.ly/2xUhk1m Emma Rice (Romantics Anonymous, Tristan & Yseult, The Flying Lovers of Vitebsk and Brief Encounter) brings her unique, exuberantly impish vision to Angela Carter’s great last novel, Wise Children, launching her new theatre company of the same name and its London residency at The Old Vic.

Wise Children | Nora & Dora Part 2

How well do our Nora and Doras know each other? We asked our twinnies a series of Wise Children-inspired questions in the second instalment of our TWINTERVIEWS (geddit?) as we count down to the first performance on Mon 8 Oct... http://bit.ly/2Q19UzM

Wise Children | Nora & Dora Part 1

How well do our Nora and Doras know each other? We asked our twinnies a series of Wise Children-inspired questions in the first of two TWINTERVIEWS (geddit?) as we count down to the first performance on Mon 8 Oct... http://bit.ly/2Q19UzM