This compelling new show " written and performed by Mark Stratford " tells the story of the great Victorian actor-manager, Macready " the man to whom Charles Dickens dedicated Nicholas Nickleby.

A universal tale of love, devotion. ambition and sacrifice, it is one of the most remarkable ever to come out of the theatre.

With humour, drama, emotion, and an array of characters, Stratford takes us on a journey through the fascinating world of Victorian theatre and the extraordinary, yet conflicted life of Macready; from his first tentative steps on stage in a tatty country theatre to his final ever performance at the mighty Drury Lane!

And, as this year marks the 150th anniversary of Macreadys death, the production also pays a timely tribute to a theatrical pioneer who did so much to influence our theatre of today.

I wish I were anything rather than an actor " except a critic; let me be unhappy rather than vile! William Charles Macready

Mark Stratford returns to the Jack Studio this May, following his critically acclaimed and sell-out performances of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.

Stratfords remarkable ability to tell Macreadys story and create characters brings it all to life. Broadway Baby

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