Starter for Ten
A NEW MUSICAL based on the novel by David Nicholls and HBO/Playtone FilmFingers on buzzers! Here’s your Starter for Ten…
What is eighteen-year-old Brian Jackson’s proudest achievement to date? His A-level results. His idol? Kate Bush. His lifelong dream? To compete on legendary TV quiz show University Challenge. It’s 1985 and, leaving Southend to start his first year at Bristol University, Brian soon discovers that falling in love and growing up take a lot more than general knowledge…
Adapted from the hilarious novel by bestselling author David Nicholls and the popular 2006 film, Starter for Ten is a bright, big-hearted new musical. Featuring an irresistible original soundtrack inspired by the riotous student scene of the ’80s, this coming-of-age comedy is about love, belonging and the all-important difference between knowledge and wisdom.
Starring Adam Bregman (Sing Street, Huntington Theatre) as lovesick Essex boy, Brian; Mel Giedroyc (Company, Gielgud) as Brian’s mum Irene, and Robert Portal (The 39 Steps, West End) as the legendary quizmaster, Bamber Gascoigne.
Book and lyrics co-written by Emma Hall and Charlie Parham, with an ’80s-inspired original score and lyrics by Hatty Carman and Tom Rasmussen. Directed by Charlie Parham.
Please note that we cannot guarantee the appearance of specific performers. Cast members’ performance schedules are subject to change, including unavailability, holidays or illness.
Presented by Antic Productions, Bristol Old Vic, Longshot Films and Playtone
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SEASON TICKET OFFER 🎟️
See it all from the best seats in the house and at a big saving! Book 3 or more shows in a single transaction and benefit from our Season Ticket Offer*. The more you see, the more you save… Enjoy a discount of up to 20% (or 35% if you’re a Member).
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| For Everyone | 15% | 20% | - |
| Orange & Thunder Members | 20% | 25% | - |
| Lavender Members | 25% | 30% | 35% |
Simply choose your seats for the shows you wish to see, add them to your basket and the discount will automatically apply at checkout.
*Shows included: Arabian Nights, Four Seasons, Starter for Ten, The Glass Menagerie, A Child of Science and King Arthur. Discount available on Standard ticket types only. All tickets must be purchased in the same transaction and discount will display in the checkout before completing payment. Offer applies only to events named above. Subject to availability. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer at any time.
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