Arts· Film
National Theatre Live: Golden Boy
A filmed stage production of Clifford Odets' Golden Boy, with Josh O'Connor as a young violinist drawn into professional boxing in 1930s New York. Suits fans of stage drama about ambition, identity and sacrifice.
Key information
- When
- Thursday 5 November
- Where
- Exeter Picturehouse51 Bartholomew Street West, EX4 3AJMore at this venueMap
- Price
- At Exeter Picturehouse: Prices vary by film and time. Child tickets £3 on selected screenings; up to £1 booking fee online.Exact prices: the ticket page
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About this event
Josh O’Connor (The Crown; Challengers) leads the cast in this searing revival of Clifford Odets’ knockout American classic.
1930s New York, at the height of the Depression. Joe Bonaparte is a gifted young violinist with a future in music, until a chance at fame and fortune lures him into the brutal world of professional boxing. He must confront what he’s willing to sacrifice, who he’s willing to become and how to find his place in a world that demands he choose a side.
Filmed live from the Almeida Theatre and featuring a live string quartet, Olivier Award-winner Sam Yates (Vanya) directs this propulsive drama exploring ambition, identity, and the high price of success.
