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Beowulf at the Unicorn Theatre - A Rock Star Retelling of the Classic Story for ages 8+, 20% off

The Unicorn Theatre, Southwark

Half Term Performances Available

Saturday 14th October - Saturday 4th November

Suitable for 8+ years

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Beowulf, all-conquering monster-slayer, rock star, hero, looks back over a life and sees what? Bravery? Violence? Victory? Is there only one way to be a leader? Or is another world possible...? 

In Chris Thorpe's new version of this seminal text, set to an immersive metal and electro-infused live soundtrack performed by one actor recounting Beowulf’s dark, bloody and difficult journey as he prepares for battle one last time. 

  • At the end of this tale, I’ll go to fight a dragon., And I will be no more.
  • A brave, bold and contemporary production for ages 8+
  • A brilliant example of storytelling as Beowulf’s tale is recounted by actor Debbie Korley
  • A triumph of good over evil, Beowulf is the longest surviving epic poem in Old English and is cited as one of the most important works of Anglo Saxon literature
  • A modern retelling of the epic adventure poem about dragons, heroes and tragedy
  • Listen to a teaser track from the show by composer Danny Saul here
Dates and Prices Dates:
  • Saturday 14th October, 1pm
  • Saturday 21st October, 1pm
  • Wednesday 25th October, 1pm
  • Saturday 28th October, 1pm
  • Saturday 4th November, 1pm
Price Information:
  • £9.60 for Child Band A Tickets, 20% off
  • £14.40 for Adult Band A Tickets, 20% off
Need to Know
  • Recommended for ages 8+
  • Duration: Approx 1 hr 15 mins
  • Limited Availability
  • Please note: contains loud music, flashing lights in parts and dry ice.
  • Only valid for the performance for which you have purchased
  • Seating is allocated by the theatre by best available at time of purchase
  • No refunds or exchanges available after the performance has occurred
How to Redeem
  • Please print out your e-Ticket and present it at the Box Office 30 mins prior to the performance.
  • You will receive your e-Ticket via email once you have purchased. 
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Address and Contact Info

The Unicorn Theatre
Southwark,
London
SE1 2HZ

020 7645 0560
Nearest Station: London Bridge
Nearest Park: Potters Fields Park
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