Central, homely and unique are but a few ways to describe the eye-catching Old Joint Stock Pub and Theatre, in the heart of Birmingham City Centre just a short walk from Snow Hill station and New Street Station. Born originally as a library in 1862 then later a bank, this decadent and richly decorated…
Testament of Yootha
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2 reviews - Old Joint Stock Pub & Theatre
Description
Actress/writer Caroline Burns Cooke – creator of And the Rope Still Tugging Her Feet (Argus Angel for Outstanding Theatre and Outstanding Individual Performer at Prague Fringe) and Proxy (Infallibles Award nominee for Outstanding Theatre and Ike Award winner for Best Solo Show) – returns with her third show to examine the life of glamorous sitcom legend Yootha Joyce, directed by Mark Farrelly (Quentin Crisp-Naked Hope and Howerd's End)
Adored by friends and fans alike, hiding acute alcoholism from those closest to her, lighting up the screen as Mildred Roper in Man about the House and George and Mildred, she died at the height of her fame at only 53.
Could have been worse. Could have been a wet Wednesday at Rhyl Rep.
‘Burns Cooke is a superb actress…a play that transcends its subject’
The Wee Review ****
‘A warm and interactive performance that tugs at the heart strings’
Edinburgh Evening News ****
‘A consummate performer and a fitting tribute to an icon’
One4Review ****
Best Play Morecambe Fringe 2019
Top Five Best Shows Edinburgh Evening News 2019
Recommended Theatre show Yorkshire Fringe
Offers
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Tickets/Times
Ticket | Event time | Cost |
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Testament of Yootha
Admits One
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20:00 - 21:00 | £13.00 |
Pre-Theatre Dining
2-Courses
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18:15 - 20:00 | £20.00 |
Location
Address
4 Temple Row West, B2 5NY
Area
City Centre
Organiser
Old Joint Stock Theatre
Venue
T&Cs
LATECOMERS WILL NOT BE ADMITTED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE & NON-EXCHANGEABLE.
Changes can be made to ticket purchases subject to availability and may not be an option for certain events. Changes will incur a £2.50 per ticket administration fee. This is offered at the discretion of the venue.