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…
FALSE ACCOUNTS: Exposing the Post Office Cover-Up
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Description
In 1999 Horizon, a new computer system was installed in Post Offices nationwide. There was only one problem, it was prone to bugs and the designers were aware of this. Soon Postmasters across the UK were experiencing mysterious shortfalls of thousands of pounds that they themselves were liable for.
The issue escalated with hundreds facing financial bankruptcy as they struggled to remedy the situation out of their own pocket, all while the Post Office did nothing to rectify the problem. In fact, they had an aggressive policy of prosecuting Postmasters, securing criminal convictions, and using the courts to strip them of all their financial assets. Even when those in charge knew these convictions were unsafe, they still let innocent people go to prison.
For the first time on the British stage, this dark satire shines a light on this tragic story, giving a voice to those impacted and highlighting where the responsibility lies in one of the most shameful travesties of injustice in our country's history.
Offers
Promotions
Tickets/Times
Ticket | Event time | Cost |
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FALSE ACCOUNTS
Admits One |
19:30 - 22:00 | £15.00 |
Pre-Theatre Dining
2-Courses |
17:30 - 19:15 | £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 may be made to ticket purchases subject to availability and may not be an option for certain events. Any possible changes will incur a £2.50 per ticket administration fee. This is offered at the discretion of the venue.
**Should any performances at our venue be cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all ticket holders will be issued with a full refund on their theatre tickets and any packages added to their booking.**