NT Live: Golden Boy

The Story

Josh O’Connor (The Crown; Challengers) leads the cast in this searing revival of Clifford Odets’ knockout American classic. 1930s New York, at the height of the Depression. Joe Bonaparte is a gifted young violinist with a future in music, until a chance at fame and fortune lures him into the brutal world of professional boxing. He must confront what he’s willing to sacrifice, who he’s willing to become and how to find his place in a world that demands he choose a side. Brought to life with a live string quartet and filmed live from the Almeida Theatre. Olivier Award-winner Sam Yates (Vanya) directs this propulsive drama exploring ambition, identity, and the high price of success.

Rating

Exempt

Duration

180 min

Country

United Kingdom

Cast

Josh O'Connor, Daniel Mays, Hayley Squires, Oliver Ryan, Richard Fleeshman, Stanley Townsend, Nicholas Woodeson, Jason Barnett, Zubin Varla, David Ganly, Patrick Martins

Director

Sam Yates

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