In line with official Government advice stipulating the closure of theatres to help slow the spread of Coronavirus, the Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse theatres have postponed shows at both venues until this advice changes.
If you had purchased a ticket for The Ballad of Johnny Longstaff, please be patient as we work out what are next steps are for later in the year. We will be in contact with all ticket holders as soon as we have more information. Your patience during this difficult time is greatly appreciated.
Thank you as always for your continued support of our theatres. When it is safe and sensible to do so, we are looking forward to welcoming you through our doors once again.
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“When the world’s on fire, you mustn’t tire, something must be done”
Featuring songs from the original album alongside new material and stunning animation, Teesside folk trio The Young’uns perform a new, theatrical version of The Ballad of Johnny Longstaff.
This is the true story of one man’s journey from poverty and unemployment in Stockton on Tees, through the Hunger Marches of the 1930s, the mass trespass movement and the Battle of Cable Street, to fighting fascism in the Spanish Civil War.
In a timely, touching and often hilarious musical adventure, follow the footsteps of a working class hero who chose not to look the other way when the world needed his help, and took part in some of the momentous events of the 1930s.
Directed by Lorne Campbell, Northern Stage presents a musical celebration of northern working class activism, following the smash-hit success of The Last Ship.
A Northern Stage, The Young’uns and Harbourfront Centre Toronto Co-production
★★★★★
"The harmonies are glorious, the wit is waspish. The songs are powerful, the banter is relentless and the audience is happy. What’s not to like?"
The Guardian
Company
Text and Music by The Young’uns
Directed by Lorne Campell