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Breeding
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Breeding

The critically acclaimed queer adoption play returns!

"We’re not the new normal. We’re the new f*cking extraordinary."

Zeb and Eoin have met, kissed, fallen in love, moved in, got married - what’s next?

Zeb will be Fun Daddy. Eoin will be Serious Daddy. 

Beth’s job is to decide if they are “appropriate” Daddies at all. 

Together they all navigate the precarious road to adoption and queer parenthood, forced to lay bare fears and secrets. 

Written by Barry McStay (Vespertilio), and directed by Tom Ratcliffe (Fame Whore), Breeding is a funny, moving drama that premiered in 2023 to critical acclaim and is back at The King's Head by popular demand.

 

Post show Q+A - 7th April, 3:30pm
Join us for a post show Q+A with the cast and creative team behind Breeding!

Babes In Arms Access Performance - Wednesday 3rd April, 3:30pm

Tired of watching Peppa Pig? Can't bear another afternoon of Bluey? Then please join us with your under 2's in tow, for a special relaxed performance of the show. 

We invite you to join us in the building from 1.30pm, where we'll have baby change and bottle warming facilities available. A chance to have a cup of tea, meet other parents/guardians and catch an afternoon of fantastic theatre. 

The show will be a relaxed performance with reduced loud noises and a low lit auditorium. If you need to leave the space for any reason or if your child stirs or needs feeding, we encourage you to do as you need during the show.

Due to the nature of the show, this is access performance is suitable for those with babies and toddlers who are able to sit on laps or in carriers.

 

Angels of Angel Production Fund

This production has been supported by the King's Head Theatre's Angels of Angel Production Fund. The Fund is a supporter network run by King's Head Theatre which focuses on the creation and production of new theatrical productions. The donations raised from the Fund are invested into productions, with all surplus ticket income going back into the fund so we are able to invest in more shows in our new King's Head Theatre venue. 

Find out how you can get involved here.

CAST & CREATIVES

Eoin - Barry McStay

Zeb - Dan Nicholson

Beth - Nemide May

 

Director - Tom Ratcliffe

Set & Costume Designer - Ruby Law

Sound Designer - Jac Cooper

Lighting Designer - Rachel Sampley

Intimacy Director - Kiren Virdee

Producers - Gabriella Sills Productions & Seabright Live

Associate Producer - Mark Gatiss

Marketing Consultant - Meg Edwards

PR - Arabella Neville-Rolfe PR

Production Manager - Sophy Leys-Johnston

Ticket Price

£14 - £28.50

WHEN

King's Head Theatre

WHERE

21 March - 14 April

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REVIEWS

Praise for previous production of Breeding

'I’m delighted that Barry’s terrific, funny & poignant play is being re-birthed at the new King’s Head where many more can experience its charm.' Mark Gatiss

'A tremendously enjoyable & moving tragi-comedy' ★★★★★ Broadway Baby

'Incredibly fascinating... One of my favourite new plays I’ve seen for a really long time' ★★★★★ Mickey Jo Theatre

'Long overdue as a subject to find its place in the canon of modern queer theatre' ★★★★★ Jack The Lad

'Beautiful, honest, & raw storytelling done terrifically well' ★★★★ Theatre Weekly

'Sterling performances from all actors... Clever, funny writing & intelligent' ★★★★ The Reviews Hub

'A triad of powerhouse performances... Bejewelled with thought-provoking discussions throughout' ★★★★ Gay London Life

'A heartwarming & wholesome experience that stands strongly as a powerful piece of writing' ★★★★ Theatre & Tonic

'Has that winning combination of a genuine heart & real, thought-provoking questions' ★★★★ All That Dazzles

'Little nuggets of comedy brilliance... Thought-provoking & wholesome' ★★★★ Adventures In Theatreland

'Entertaining & connecting with its audience through the purity of its dialogue' ★★★★ First Night Magazine

YOUR VISIT

Duration | 80 mins, no interval
Age Guidance | 15+
Content Warnings | Strong language. References to homphobia, drug use, self-harm, illness, cancer, bereavement, infertility.

 


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