Rita is back in Liverpool.

Willy Russell’s award-winning and inspiring play comes home in a new production directed by Gemma Bodinetz to celebrate its 35th anniversary.

An intimate play of big ideas and with a joyful heart, Educating Rita has lost none of its bite. Leanne Best, one of the finest actresses of her generation, returns to the stage where she made her debut to play the indomitable Rita. Con O’Neill, who plays tutor Frank, has a long association with Willy Russell, including his Olivier Award-winning performance in Blood Brothers and his leading role in the film Dancin’ Thru the Dark.