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Punch (Young Vic) Tickets

A gripping true story of remorse and redemption.
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Punch - Young Vic Tickets

About Punch - Young Vic

Based on Jacob Dunne's memoir, Punch is a moving tale of calamity, forgiveness, and hope. Book Punch tickets onLondon Theatre.

Olivier Award-winning playwright James Graham (Best of Enemies, Dear England) brings Dunne's powerful story to the Young Vic stage. The play tells the story of Dunne, a Nottingham teenager whose life is changed by an impulsive fatal punch. After spending over a year in prison, a life-changing transformation takes place when Dunne connects with the victim's parents.

Punch in London stars Julie Hesmondhalgh (Mr Bates vs The Post Office) as Joan, Tony Hirst (Hollyoaks) as David, and David Shields (Black Mirror) as Jacob, who are reprising their roles from the show's sell-out run at Nottingham Playhouse.

The Nottingham Playhouse run was a hit with audiences and critics. As The Guardian's 4-star review said, "What is extraordinary is that tucked inside this grave account of crime, punishment, forgiveness and rehabilitation is warmth and humour. You leave the auditorium feeling hope."

Punch is a play with an excellent creative team, including director Adam Penford (The Clothes They Stood Up In), production designer Anna Fleischle (Make It Happen), lighting designer Robbie Butler (A Christmas Carol), sound designer and composer Alexandra Faye Braithwaite (Giant), and Dunne is a production consultant.

"This play and the incredible story it tells could not mean more to me. It feels like one of the most moving and urgent real-life dramas I've had the honour of translating to the stage," Graham said. "But despite its important themes of justice, forgiveness, and the human cost of a decade of neglect in these communities, I'm so proud of the surprisingly funny and oddly hopeful show that Adam Penford and the cast have built. I've never not watched without ugly crying and can't wait to share it with a wider audience."

This production is dedicated to James Hodgkinson and all victims of one-punch.

Run time

2hr 25min. Incl. 1 interval.

Categories

Plays, Off West End

Age

Ages 12+.

Start date

1st March, 2025

End date

26th April, 2025

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Our Review

'Punch' review — James Graham's shattering play based on the true story of a one-punch crime

3 of 5
08 Mar 2025, 08:28
Read our review of Punch, written by James Graham and based on the memoir by Jacob Dunne, now in performances at the Young Vic through 26 April.

Stars on stage

Venue

66 The Cut, London, United Kingdom, SE1 8LZ

Directions

Location: Fringe/Off West End
Railway station: Waterloo
Bus numbers: Pocock Street (Stop V) 40, 63
Car park: National Car Park Ltd

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Show schedule

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Frequently asked questions

What is Punch - Young Vic about?

Punch is a moving tale of calamity, forgiveness, and hope by Olivier Award-winning playwright James Graham (Best of Enemies, Dear England, This House) based on the memoir by Jacob Dunne. The show tells the story of teenage Dunne, whose life is changed by an impulsive fatal punch; when he connects with the victim’s family, a tale of restorative justice emerges.

How do you book tickets for Punch - Young Vic?

Book tickets for Punch - Young Vic on London Theatre.

Where is Punch - Young Vic playing?

Punch - Young Vic is playing at Young Vic (Main House). The theatre is located at 66 The Cut, London, SE1 8LZ.

What's the age requirement for Punch - Young Vic?

The recommended age for Punch - Young Vic is Ages 12+..

How long is Punch - Young Vic?

The running time of Punch - Young Vic is 2hr 25min. Incl. 1 interval.

Who wrote Punch?

The play is by James Graham and is based on the memoir by Jacob Dunne.

Who directed Punch?

Adam Penford stages the show.

Is Punch appropriate for kids?

This play is best for children ages 12 and above as the show includes strong language as well as references to death, violence, alcohol and substance misuse, and mental health.

Is Punch good?

Punch is an incredibly impactful play that tells the story of tragedy, hope, and restorative justice. The play was a sensation during its run at Nottingham Playhouse. The Times 5-star review said of the play, “Heartbreaking and heartwarming, flecked with horror but also with good jokes, this is Graham’s third new play in 12 months.”

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