A new production of The King’s Speech will set out on a UK tour next year, directed by Loveday Ingram. The tour will include cities across England including Oxford, Nottingham, Bath, Aberdeen, Winchester, Cambridge and more.
Inspired by the 2010 film starring Colin Firth and Geoffrey Rush, The King’s Speech tells the story of the relationship between King George VI and his speech therapist Lionel Logue. Written by David Seidler – who also penned the screenplay for the film – The King’s Speech blends humour, heart and high stakes in a beloved drama about duty, courage and finding one’s voice.
Director Loveday Ingram said “I am delighted to be invited back to The Barn Theatre to direct The King’s Speech for them this Autumn. I love the film and this stage version brings the story to life with huge heart.
“It is a deeply moving story about human connection, courage and friendship – an intimate story of trust that so poignantly shows that true leadership comes from embracing our humanity, rather than striving for perfection. I am much looking forward to bring it to life with Iwan and his fantastic team.”
The cast and full creative team will be announced at a later date.
The King’s Speech on Tour
Somewhat inspired by a true story, the play (and film) take place during a time of upheaval in Britain’s history. Between a war on the horizon, an abdicated king and a constitutional crisis, Bertie is the only one man who can provide hope for the nervous British public. But he’s shy, unprepared for monarchy and, worst of all, has a debilitating speech impediment.
The play will tour across the UK from 13 January 2027, with tour stops that include:
- Oxford Playhouse
- Coventry Belgrade
- Cheltenham Everyman
- Theatr Clwyd
- Darlington Hippodrome
- Blackpool Grand
- Bath Theatre Royal
- Guildford Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
- Aberdeen His Majesty’s
- Nottingham Playhouse
- Eastbourne Devonshire Park Theatre
- Leicester Curve
- Bromley Churchill Theatre
- Wolverhampton Grand
- Southend Palace Theatre
- Salisbury Playhouse
- Ipswich New Wolsey
- Winchester Theatre Royal
- Northampton Theatre Royal
- Carlisle Sands Centre
- Cambridge Arts Theatre
- Windsor Theatre Royal
- Liverpool Playhouse
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