Jarman
by Mark Farrelly
directed by Sarah-Louise Young
A mighty spirit is about to reawaken. Yours.
Derek Jarman: film-maker, painter, gardener at Prospect Cottage, activist, writer… his influence remains as strong as it was on the day AIDS killed him in 1994.
But his story, one of the most extraordinary lives ever lived, has never been told. Until now.
This vibrant solo play written and performed by Mark Farrelly (Quentin Crisp: Naked Hope, Howerd’s End ) brings Derek back into being for a passionate, daring reminder of the courage it takes to truly live while you’re alive.
A journey from Dungeness to deepest, brightest Soho and into the heart of one of our most iconoclastic artists.
Press for this production
“This play will reawaken your love for the man. Highly recommended” ★★★★★ Queer Guru
“Jarman admonishes us to ‘be astonishing’. And that’s exactly what Mark Farrelly is. Fabulous, thought-provoking stuff” ★★★★★ Bum on a Seat
“A gripping solo show” The Stage ★★★★
“A mesmerising performance that moves, amuses and shocks in equal measure. A stunning piece of theatre and stage craft that will enthral all that see it” ★★★★ Theatre-News.com
“Farrelly is a remarkable actor. He brings an extraordinary, glittering edge and sense of danger to everything he does” ★★★★ Sardines Magazine
“The amount of emotional energy Farrelly sustains in taking us through all the different phases of Jarman’s life is remarkable” ★★★★ The Reviews Hub
“Both funny and desperately moving” ★★★★ Lou Reviews
“An astonishing and heartfelt portrayal… Exceptional” ★★★★ London Living Large
“An enthralling performance” ★★★★ Reviews Gate
NOMINATED FOR BEST SOLO PERFORMANCE AT OFF-WEST END AWARDS 2023
Dates and Tickets
Wednesday 13 – Saturday 16 January 2027 at 7.30 pm
Tickets: £17, £15 conc; suitable for 14+.
Online: Click here
There is no charge for online bookings.
Phone: 0333 666 3366
Telephone reservations have a £1.80 booking fee.
Our concessionary price tickets are for: full-time students, over 65s, registered unwaged, under 18s and Equity Members. Please bring proof of status.
Running time: Seventy-five minutes with no interval.
Please note this production contains adult themes throughout.
Creative Team
Jarman
by Mark Farrelly
directed by Sarah-Louise Young
Cast
Mark Farrelly
Your Visit
The box office on-site opens at 7.15 pm for the checking-in of pre-booked tickets, to seat you early and to minimise queues. Please arrive in good time to be seated for the 7.30 pm start.
LATECOMERS WILL NOT BE ADMITTED
Food and drinks are served at the Brockley Jack pub. If you wish to book a table, please visit their website
There is strictly no photography or recording of any kind permitted in the theatre.
For more details on travelling to the venue and accessibility please see our Your Visit page
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