Discover Golden Boy at Hailsham Pavilion

As the lights dim, the audience will be transported to 1930s New York, where a gifted young violinist, Joe Bonaparte, must confront the harsh realities of the professional boxing world. • The production features a live string quartet, adding a unique layer of depth to the performance. • Josh O'Connor leads the cast in this revival, bringing to life the complexities of Joe's character. • Under the direction of Olivier Award-winner Sam Yates, the play explores themes of ambition, identity, and the high price of success.

This screening, which runs from Thursday, 5 November 2026 to Sunday, 8 November 2026 at the Hailsham Pavilion in Hailsham, is a filmed live performance from the Almeida Theatre. Clifford Odets, the playwright behind Golden Boy, was a prominent figure in American theatre, known for his influential social dramas and his work with the Group Theatre. Tickets are with the button beside the article. With its talented cast, live music, and thought-provoking themes, this production of Golden Boy is an event that will linger in the minds of audiences long after the curtain call.