Autumn Season

Celebrating 25 years, this season signifies a powerful display of Arcola Theatre’s enduring legacy through an electrifying concoction of the old and new. This landmark 25th anniversary season celebrates the trailblazing work Arcola has championed since its inception. From world premieres to bold adaptations, the season unfolds with new writing, international drama and much-loved returns.

A word from Our Artistic Director, Mehmet Ergen and Executive Producer, Leyla Nazli

For 25 years, Arcola Theatre has been a lively hub for creativity, welcoming thousands of artists and audiences, and nurturing some of the UK’s finest talents – on stage and behind the scenes. As we celebrate our 25th anniversary, we’re proud to look back on the incredible stories and people who have flourished here, while showcasing an outstanding season of work that reflects all we stand for. We’re deeply thankful to our audiences for their continued support, and we look forward to welcoming you to our upcoming season.

Mehmet

This season captures the bold, diverse spirit that audiences have come to expect from Arcola Theatre. From intimate monologues and gripping surreal dramas to thought-provoking adaptations of much loved classics – there’s something for everyone. Throughout the season, we encounter bold and stirring explorations of the human spirit, personal identity, and resistance in the face of power – brought to life through powerful new writing, vital narratives, and international voices. This season is a heartfelt celebration of our past and an exciting glimpse into our future – we’d love for you to be part of it.

Leyla

 

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  • 2 shows – 10% off
  • 3 shows – 20% off
  • 4 shows – 25% off
  • 5 shows – 30% off

To redeem this offer, simply add tickets for two or more shows from the Autumn season to your basket, and discount will automatically apply. Tickets must be booked in the same transaction to be eligible.

The Womb

The Womb

Written by Aylin Rodoplu
It’s absurd. It’s naked (not literally). It’s bloody (literally). It’s about women ...
On The Dotted Line

On The Dotted Line

Written by Iñigo Galiano
A razor-sharp, contemporary comedy inspired by Anton Chekhov’s lesser-known plays The Anniversary and short story In Trouble ...
The Poltergeist

The Poltergeist

Written by Philip Ridley
At 15, Sasha was called an art world prodigy. But now he lives in a run-down flat and no one’s even heard of him. What went wrong? ...
Tarantula

Tarantula

Written by Philip Ridley
This one woman play is a startling exploration of identity, memory, love, and the lengths it takes someone to free themselves from the web of their past ...
Penned Up

Penned Up

Written by Danusia Iwaszko
Welcome to HMP Ditchfield, where every week a group of prisoners are challenged to write their own plays ...
THE MISTAKE

THE MISTAKE

Written by Michael Mears
It started with a decision. A scientific breakthrough. A war. A mistake ...
Crocodile Fever

Crocodile Fever

Written by Meghan Tyler
A storm is brewing in a quiet Northern Irish farmhouse. The 80s are in full swing, and the past is clawing its way back – ugly, loud, and alive ...
This Little Earth

This Little Earth

Written by Jessica Norman
Two Flat-Earthers travel to Antarctica to find the edge of the world.  ...
Petty Men

Petty Men

Directed by Júlia Levai
Set in a dressing room, two understudies attempt to out-perform the show relay. But as worlds collide and reality warps, can they hold on to themselves? ...
Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson - Apt. 2B

Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B

Written by Kate Hamill
Kate Hamill reimagines Holmes and Watson as a fiercely funny, gloriously dysfunctional duo navigating post-pandemic London with sharp wits ...