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See an independent production at the Arcola

Contemporary plays, new writing, international work and things that wouldn't get a West End run. Long-running pay-what-you-can nights make it one of the cheaper ways into serious theatre.

Grid
E8
Where
Dalston E8
Format
One-off
Time
2–4 hrs
Cost
££
Solo or group
Any (solo to group)
Rain or shine
Indoor (rain-proof)
Why this one

Contemporary plays, new writing, international work and things that wouldn't get a West End run. Long-running pay-what-you-can nights make it one of the cheaper ways into serious theatre. Makes a genuinely good, slightly-different date.

How to get involved
  1. 01Book ahead

    Grab a ticket from the website — these sell out.

  2. 02Turn up and enjoy

    Nothing to prepare; it's a one-off experience.

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