Showgirls and Spies

Theatre (historical, devised)

  • Pleasance Dome - KingDome
  • 15:00
  • Aug 13
  • 1 hour
  • Suitability: 12+ (Guideline)
  • Country: United Kingdom - England
  • Group: Young Pleasance
  • Warnings and additional info: This show contains distressing or potentially triggering themes.
  • Accessibility:
    Audio enhancement system
    Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
    Captioning
    May not apply to all performances. You'll find more information about accessibile performances and how to book tickets in the accessibility tab below.
  • Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
  • Policy applies to: Children under 2 years

Description

The thrilling true story of Florence Waren, an intrepid Jewish resistance fighter and dazzling showgirl leading a perilous double life in WW2. Working fearlessly for the French resistance by day, Florence takes to the stage alongside icons Edith Piaf and Josephine Baker, every night at the infamous Bal Tabarin. Written by Florence’s relative, the 'breathtakingly skilful ensemble' (BBC Scotland) jump cut between worlds bursting with bravery, family and feather boas. With their trademark high production values, the 'superbly multi-talented' (**** (Scotsman)) Young Pleasance present their modern take on the glitz, glamour and glare of wartime Paris.

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General venue access

  • Audio enhancement system
    Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
    Captioning
  • Accessible entry: Main queue inside Dome at left of building. Level access to left of venue — ask staff for assistance.
  • Wheelchair access type: Level Access (Building Lift)

  • Stairs: 20+
    Number of stairs is provided as guidance and is not in addition to any wheelchair access type (lift/ramp etc) stated above.

Each venue can contain several space with different accessibly information. Visit the venue page for full venue accessibility info


Captioned performances

  • Dates: 12 August
  • Type: Open
  • Booking options: You can book independently online, or contact our access team to book your tickets and request any specific seating locations or if booking a unit is required.

How and when to make an access booking

Our access tickets service is available to anyone who:

  • Would like to book specific accessibility services, e.g. a hearing loop, audio description headsets, captioning units, seating in relation to the location of the BSL interpreter
  • Requires extra assistance when at a venue
  • Has specific seating requirements
  • Is a wheelchair user
  • Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance

Shirley H 47 days ago

I look out for this group each year and am always impressed by the choreography and the performance of the young cast and their director. This is an interesting story within a story about the unknown history and activity of a brave Grandmother during the war, which only comes to light when her grandchildren examine the contents of her old suitcase. Well done to everybody. Will look out for you again next year.

sue och 49 days ago

Loved this. Great story very slicky performed. Highly recommended. 5 *****

Julie Phillips 52 days ago

Great show. Well performed. We thoroughly enjoyed it.

Katrina Fleming 55 days ago

I really enjoyed this show. Very well acted by all. A very interesting story. Would recommend it.


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ThreeWeeks (4/5 stars) 42 days ago

This play is as breathless and gripping as any spy thriller, and as energetic and entertaining as a can-can routine at the Bal Tabarin.

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West End Best Friend (4/5 stars) 46 days ago

This is a delightful piece, pairing the horror of war with the glamour of show business.

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Theatre Weekly (5/5 stars) 51 days ago

The bar is being raised year after year, but Showgirls and Spies may just be the best Young Pleasance production yet.

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British Theatre Guide (5/5 stars) 52 days ago

Certainly one that should be on your must-see list.

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