One Man, Two Guvnors

One Man, Two Guvnors premiered at the National Theatre in the summer of 2011 with great acclaim from both the public and the critics. Every single show was sold out and unsurprisingly, the show moved to the West End a few months later, making the Adelphi Theatre on the Strand its new home. The play is set to transfer to the Theatre Royal Haymarket later this year. This new play by Richard Bean is based on the Italian comedy, The Servant of Two Masters, by Carlo Goldoni. Essentially an English version of the play, One Man, Two Guvnors is set in the coastal town of Brighton during the 1960s. The lead character, Francis, has to keep two guvnors apart from each other in order for their secrets to remain intact. The question is, will he fail? The play is a hilarious take on the Italian show and stars Owain Arthur in the lead role.

After a sensational sell out West End season at the Adelphi Theatre, this fantastic play is set to open at the Theatre Royal Haymarket on March 2nd 2012. The play will feature a brand new cast, led by Owain Arthur who has previously played the role in the West End and at the National Theatre. 

BREAKING NEWS! ONE MAN TWO GUVNORS GETS TWO NEW CELEBRITY FACES...

After James Cordon's departure from the production Producers have now announced that Jodie Prenger and Hannah Spearritt will join the company at the Theatre Royal Haymarket.

Prenger was the winner of BBC1's search for a West End star 'I'd Do Anything' where she won the role of a lifetime to appear as Nancy in the revival of Oliver! at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. After winning over the hearts of the nation she performed the role for over a year to fantastic critical acclaim. Since shooting to fame she has been seen on our TV screens again in 'Waterloo Road' and as a pannalist for ITV's talkshow 'Loose Women'. Her theatrical experience includes playing The Lady of the Lake in the UK tour of hit musical 'Spamalot'. Her natural comic ability and fantastic personality will make her a perfect addition to this hillarious play!

Spearritt shot to fame as a member of the internationally successful band 'S Club 7'. Previous to that she gained West End experience in the 1997 production of 'Bugsy Malone'. On TV she has starred in a number of spin off S Club 7 shows including 'LA 7' and 'Miami 7' but is more recently known for her roles in the 'Marple' series and 'Primeval'. Both stars will join the new cast which includes: Martin Barrass, David Benson, Nigel Betts, Derek Elroy, Gerard Horan, Daniel Ings, Ben Mansfield and Gemma Whelan.

Target Audience

Comedy fans will enjoy this fantastic new play which has been wowing audiences for almost a year. Clever theatrical devices and a hillarious plot lead to an excellent evening at the theatre for everyone.

Suitable For Children?

One Man Two Guvnors is suitable for those aged 14 and above.

Type Of Show

This is a brand new play that has delighted audiences all over the UK and London. After original star James Cordon raised the profile of the show, people began to fight to get a ticket. Make sure you don't miss this theatrical sensation of 2011 in its new home at the Theatre Royal Haymarket

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