National Theatre Live: Golden Boy

Golden Boy
by Clifford Odets

directed by Sam Yates

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.

Brought to life with a live string quartet and filmed live from the Almeida Theatre. Olivier Award-winner Sam Yates (Vanya) directs this propulsive drama exploring ambition, identity, and the high price of success.

Filmed live from the Almeida Theatre.

★★★★★  ‘Josh O’Connor is a knockout’ (The Sunday Times)

★★★★ ‘A cracking cast meets a bold vision’ (Time Out)
★★★★ ‘A gripping revival’ (The Telegraph)

★★★★★ The Sunday Times, British Theatre Guide
★★★★ The Standard, The Stage, The Telegraph, The Independent, WhatsOnStage, Time Out, Daily Mail, Metro

Warning:  This production may include flashing lights, which may impact customers with photosensitive epilepsy.

BBFC:  15 (TBC)