James Graham’s new production of Boys From The Blackstuff officially opened last night, 18 June 2024, at the West End’s Garrick Theatre in London.

Joining the cast at the Garrick Theatre and at the after-party @sohoplace were a galaxy of actors and celebs including Kacey Ainsworth, Jimmy Nail, Rob Rinder, Jenny Seagrove, Abbie Budden, Michael Joseph Hardwick, Precious Muir, Cassie Samji and Sam Williams.

Written by James Graham (Dear England, Sherwood), this powerful new adaptation of Alan Bleasdale’s ground-breaking TV drama is directed by Kate Wasserberg.

Boys From the Blackstuff is set in 1980’s Liverpool, and follows five men trying to make ends meet while job opportunities are scarce.

Photos: Gala opening of Boys from the Blackstuff in the West End

The cast includes George Caple as Snowy/Kevin/Scotty, Dominic Carter as Molloy/Marley/Landlord/Catholic Priest/Policeman, Helen Carter as Miss Sutcliffe/Freda/Margaret, Aron Julius as Loggo, Nathan McMullen as Chrissie, Lauren O’Neil  as Angie/Jean/Lawton/Student/Lollipop Lady, Jamie Peacock as Moss/Anglican Reverend, Barry Sloane as Yosser, Philip Whitchurch as George and Mark Womack as Dixie.

This Royal Court Liverpool and National Theatre production is presented in the West End by Bill Kenwright Limited.

Boys From the Blackstuff is playing at the Garrick Theatre until 3 August 2024.

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Main photo: Boys From the Blackstuff - opening night curtain call in the West End. Photo by Piers Allardyce

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