Theatre
poor napoleon!
Old Red Lion Pub & Playhouse
A teenage boy becomes obsessed with historical figures. He locks himself away, orders costumes. His sister investigates and discovers the Emperor of France. It's comedy that trusts brevity: 60 minutes, no interval, moving quickly enough to stay sharp. The Old Red Lion's intimate setting suits that approach, the absurdity right there with you, no distance to hide in.
Works for character-driven comedy. One person spiralling into obsession, another trying to make sense of it, that's the tension that drives the play. Short plays in rooms this size don't need spectacle. They work through economy: quick pacing, sharp focus, two people who can't quite understand each other, the comedy emerging from those awkward moments between them.
Venue
Old Red Lion Pub & Playhouse EC1V 4NJGetting there
Old Red Lion Pub & PlayhouseEC1V 4NJ
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When is poor napoleon!?
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Where is poor napoleon!?
Old Red Lion Pub & Playhouse, London (EC1V 4NJ).
How much are tickets for poor napoleon!?
poor napoleon! is listed at £24. The price shows on the listing above.
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