Nottingham Playhouse in association with KPPL Productions, Mark Gordon Pictures, Eilene Davidson Productions presents
Punch
Based on the book ‘Right From Wrong’ by Jacob Dunne
30 March - 03 April 2027
Event details
Following sold-out runs at the Nottingham Playhouse and Young Vic, and simultaneous openings on Broadway and in the West End, Punch comes to the Citizens Theatre for one week only. Don’t miss your chance to see this critically acclaimed play in a ‘powerhouse of a production’ (WhatsOnStage).
From Olivier Award-winning writer James Graham (Dear England, This House, BBC’s Sherwood), Punch brings Jacob Dunne’s extraordinary true story to the stage in a gripping, high-energy and deeply moving production directed by Adam Penford.
Jacob Dunne, a teenager from Nottingham, spends his Saturday nights seeking thrills with his friends. One fateful evening, an impulsive punch leads to fatal consequences. After serving prison time, Jacob finds himself lost and directionless. Searching for answers, Joan and David – the parents of his victim James – ask to meet, sparking a profound transformation in Jacob’s life.
A powerful true story of hope, humanity, and the possibility of change.
WINNER of two Olivier Awards, including Best New Play
WINNER Critics’ Circle Award for Best New Play
WINNER The Standard Award for Best Play
This production is dedicated to James Hodgkinson and all victims of one-punch.
Theatre Pass and Supporters priority booking
10am Wed 05 August 2026
General sale
10am Wed 12 August 2026
Citizens Theatre - Main Theatre
30 March - 03 April 2027
2 hours 25 minutes (including interval)
£18.50 - £43.50
Age recommendation
12+
Content note
This production contains strong language and references to violence, death, bereavement, alcohol and substance misuse and mental health. This production also contains strobe lighting, flashing lights, sudden noises, and theatrical smoke.
Fees
Booking fee: £1.50 per transaction
More about our fees
Discounts
Save up to 20% with Individual and Joint Theatre Passes
Save 50% with our Lucky Dip tickets
Access, Gorbals, Under 30s and Low Income passes apply
More about our discounts
Event details
Following sold-out runs at the Nottingham Playhouse and Young Vic, and simultaneous openings on Broadway and in the West End, Punch comes to the Citizens Theatre for one week only. Don’t miss your chance to see this critically acclaimed play in a ‘powerhouse of a production’ (WhatsOnStage).
From Olivier Award-winning writer James Graham (Dear England, This House, BBC’s Sherwood), Punch brings Jacob Dunne’s extraordinary true story to the stage in a gripping, high-energy and deeply moving production directed by Adam Penford.
Jacob Dunne, a teenager from Nottingham, spends his Saturday nights seeking thrills with his friends. One fateful evening, an impulsive punch leads to fatal consequences. After serving prison time, Jacob finds himself lost and directionless. Searching for answers, Joan and David – the parents of his victim James – ask to meet, sparking a profound transformation in Jacob’s life.
A powerful true story of hope, humanity, and the possibility of change.
WINNER of two Olivier Awards, including Best New Play
WINNER Critics’ Circle Award for Best New Play
WINNER The Standard Award for Best Play
This production is dedicated to James Hodgkinson and all victims of one-punch.
Theatre Pass and Supporters priority booking
10am Wed 05 August 2026
General sale
10am Wed 12 August 2026
Citizens Theatre - Main Theatre
30 March - 03 April 2027
2 hours 25 minutes (including interval)
£18.50 - £43.50
Age recommendation
12+
Content note
This production contains strong language and references to violence, death, bereavement, alcohol and substance misuse and mental health. This production also contains strobe lighting, flashing lights, sudden noises, and theatrical smoke.
Fees
Booking fee: £1.50 per transaction
More about our fees
Discounts
Save up to 20% with Individual and Joint Theatre Passes
Save 50% with our Lucky Dip tickets
Access, Gorbals, Under 30s and Low Income passes apply
More about our discounts
Cast
2027 cast to be announced
Creative team
Director Adam Penford
Production Designer Anna Fleischle
Lighting Designer Robbie Butler
Sound Designer & Composer Alexandra Faye Braithwaite
Movement Director Leanne Pinder
Casting Director Christopher Worrall CDG
Voice & Dialect Coach Anita Gilbert
Associate Designer Tallulah Caskey
Associate Lighting Designer Charlotte Burton
Associate Sound Designer & Composer Matthew Tuckey
Associate Movement Director Hannah Fairclough
Accessible Performances
Audio Described and Captioned
Sat 03 Apr, 2pm
Access Pass
Our Access Pass discount is available on this production. It provides 50% off full-price tickets, plus a free essential companion ticket if required, for Deaf, disabled or neurodivergent audience members.
Auditorium Space
This show takes place in our Main Theatre.
We have 6 wheelchair user positions available in the stalls seating area. At Circle level, there is level access to Row C and 2 wheelchair user positions are available. At Upper Circle Level, there are 9 steps up and 4 steps down to the seating.
Hearing aid induction loops are available.
Venue Information
Level access is available from the street, through the Courtyard and into the Main Theatre. The Courtyard Lift provides access to each level of the auditorium, and the Close Lift provides access to the Circle level of the Main Theatre.
We have a small car park with four blue badge spaces within the car park.
Reviews
“It is a play every person should see”
WhatsOnStage
“James Graham’s most moving work yet”
The Times
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