The King's Speech
From 7:30PM, Tuesday, February 09, 2027 to 7:30PM, Saturday, February 13, 2027
Venue: Darlington Hippodrome
The world is listening... A country on the precipice of another terrible war. An abdicated king. A constitutional crisis. And the only man who can provide hope for the nervous British public is Bertie – a man who is shy, unprepared for monarchy and, worst of all, has a debilitating speech impediment. With the future of the monarchy, and Britain itself, on the line, an historic radio address looms over a man who can barely stammer through full sentences. Desperate, Bertie and his family turn to an unconventional speech therapist from Australia to turn him into the king Britain can believe in. As royal protocol meets unorthodox challenges, what emerges is an unlikely but deeply meaningful friendship. Adapted from the Oscar-winning film, this exciting new production from the acclaimed Barn Theatre blends humour, heart and high stakes in a beloved drama about duty, courage and finding one’s voice. Star casting to be announced. ‘Elegant, lucid and witty’ – Daily Telegraph ‘A highly enjoyable play’ – The Guardian