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The English Game archiveThe Nightwatchmen: an amateur London cricket team, making up in enthusiasm for what they lack in ability. As they gather on a sunny Sunday to face Bernard and his highly talented squad, Thiz, Will, Clive and their team-mates spend the day smoking, drinking tea and discussing love, politics and the correct interpretation of the LBW rule.

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Author: Richard Bean

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Archive listings for The English Game (2008)

Work type: Play.

T1745479199

[Headlong Theatre], who last season worked with the Playhouse to co-produce Rough Crossings, present [Richard Bean]’s dazzling new play, exploring the modern British psyche through the powerful lens of a simple game of cricket. Brilliantly funny and truly touching, The English Game is a timely and revealing look at the political and social tensions which underpin modern society. Suitable for ages 14+Producer Yvonne Arnaud Theatre. Company Headlong Theatre. Director Sean Holmes. Design Anthony Lamble. Lighting Charles Balfour. Sound Gregory Clarke. Performer Tony Bell (Sean). Performer Peter Bourke (Bernard). Performer Rudi Dharmalingam (Nick). Performer Robert East (Will). Performer Andy Frame (Alan). Performer John Lightbody (Clive). Performer Trevor Martin (Len). Performer Ifan Meredith (Paul). Performer Sean Murray (Thiz). Performer Marcus Onilude (Olly). Performer Fred Ridgeway (Reg). Performer Jamie Samuels (Ruben). Performer Howard Ward (Theo).
24 Jun 08 to 28 Jun 08The Lowry, Salford :: V0655996499
listing details L29105434
17 Jun 08 to 21 Jun 08Rose Theatre Kingston, Kingston :: V051452426
listing details L1181480576
3 Jun 08 to 7 Jun 08Oxford Playhouse, Oxford :: V803
listing details L1703026926
28 May 08 to 31 May 08Leeds Playhouse (formerly West Yorkshire Playhouse), Leeds :: V977
listing details L01867587895
20 May 08 to 24 May 08Northcott Theatre, Exeter :: V886
listing details L01950035689
7 May 08 to 17 May 08Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Guildford :: V702
listing details L01737473536

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