
The Battle
EVENT INFORMATION
Evenings: 7.30pm
Matinees: Wed 2pm, Sat 2.30pm
Running time: 2hrs 15mins (including interval)
Recommended: 15+, contains flashing lights
BSL Interpreted & Captioned perf: Sat 11 Jul, 2.30pm
Under 30s tickets available
Written by John Niven
Directed by Matthew Dunster
WORLD PREMIERE – PRIOR TO WEST END
London, 1995. Two of the country’s biggest bands release singles on the same day, commencing the battle of Britpop.
On one side, clean-cut, art-school intellectuals from the South. On the other: raw and unapologetic lads from the North. Rivalries flare, friendships fracture and at the centre of it all a mania that would define an era – were you Blur or Oasis?
From the chaos of the Brit Awards to the infamous chart war, The Battle is a wickedly funny dive into one of the greatest rivalries in rock history. Featuring legendary personalities and unforgettable clashes, it was never just about the music, but power, pride, and uncontrollable competitiveness. Expect filthy language and razor-sharp dialogue in this cut-throat new comedy that puts you right at the heart of the feuding, the fame, and the fallout.
Get ready to roll with it.
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Booking information:
Friends Plus: Mon 12 May, 10am
Friends: Thu 15 May, 10am
Flexi Priority Pass, Groups and Schools: Tue 20 May, 10am
Public: Thu 22 May, 10am
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