The King’s Speech
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The world premiere of the play that inspired the Oscar winning film, by David Seidler and directed by Adrian Noble. With Charles Edwards as King George VI, Jonathan Hyde as Lionel Logue and Emma Fielding as Queen Elizabeth. When King Edward VIII abdicates to marry Wallis Simpson, his terrified brother Bertie is thrust into the spotlight and crowned. On the brink of World War II Bertie, with a debilitating speech impediment, must speak for his country and looks to an unconventional therapist for help.
Mon - Thur eve 7:45pm Fri & Sat eve 8pm Thur & sat mats 2:30pm Tickets from £17 - £28.50 Call box office on 01483 44 00 00
Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Millbrook, Guildford Surrey GU1 3UX
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