On its 20th anniversary, the pioneering play, An Oak Tree, comes to the Young Vic Theatre stage produced by Olivier Award-winning Francesca Moody Productions (Fleabag, Baby Reindeer). Book An Oak Tree tickets on London Theatre.
This transformational play tells the story of a father losing his daughter in a car accident. The driver of the car that killed his daughter is a stage hypnotist, and the two meet when the father attends one of the hypnotist's shows and volunteers to be part of the act. Thus begins a shocking tale of loss, the power of the mind, and the unexpected.
An Oak Tree in London stars Tim Crouch, who is also the creator and director of the show. This production utilizes the 'cold read' style with a new guest on every show who hasn't seen or read the play. Among the guest actors are Luke Thompson (Bridgerton), Russell Tovey (American Horror Story: NYC), Indira Varma (Game of Thrones), Sope Dirisu (Gangs of London), Michelle Terry (Tribes), and more.
Thompson said, "I'm very excited to join the Oak Tree family and be a part of a piece which I think takes the very best thing about going to the theatre, that is, something actually happening live in front of you rather than filtered through a screen. I'd say more but I have no clue what I'm in for…"
The exceptional creative team includes direction by Tim Crouch, Karl James, and Andy Smith and music by Peter Gill.
An Oak Tree is a play that premiered in 2005 at Traverse Theatre at the Edinburgh Festival, where it had a sell-out run and earned a Herald Angel Award. Since its smash hit first run, it's had successful stagings worldwide, and numerous notable actors have starred alongside Crouch, including Frances McDormand, Alanis Morrisette, and Peter Dinklage.
1hr 15min. No interval.
Ages 14+.
6th May, 2025
24th May, 2025
By: Tim Crouch
Cast list: Adjoa Andoh, Jessie Buckley, Arthur Darvill, Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù, Mark Gatiss, Julie Hesmondhaigh, Alex Lawther, Michelle Terry, Luke Thompson, Russell Tovey, Indira Varma (different guest artist at each performance)
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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On its 20th anniversary, the pioneering play exploring loss and the power of the mind, An Oak Tree, comes to the Young Vic Theatre stage starring Tim Crouch opposite a new guest every show who hasn’t seen or read the play.
Tickets for An Oak Tree start at £63.
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An Oak Tree is playing at Young Vic (Main House). The theatre is located at 66 The Cut, London, SE1 8LZ.
The recommended age for An Oak Tree is Ages 14+..
The running time of An Oak Tree is 1hr 15min. No interval.
Tim Crouch wrote the play.
Tim Crouch, Karl James and Andy Smith stage the show.
This play is best for children ages 14 and above as it includes strong language as well as discussions of the death and loss of a family member.
An Oak Tree is a beloved play that is celebrating its 20th anniversary. This transformational play has been performed worldwide and has been pioneering the "cold-read" format. The Guardian's 2007 4-star review said, "It is like watching your own heart being mugged. You know exactly how it is happening, but you still can't prevent it. On a good night, you will leave the theatre the same, but different."
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