PUNCH
Blackpool Grand Theatre
Booking until 13 Mar 27
Suitable for ages 12+
Student tickets from just £18.50
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Winner of Best New Play at the 2026 Olivier Awards, praised for its raw honesty.
A powerful exploration of restorative justice, ideal for PSHE, Drama and English studies.
An accessible afternoon performance is available, with a free Education Pack for schools.
Prices
Tickets valid for performances Tue 9 Mar – Sat 13 Mar 2027. All rates are for school groups of 20+, plus you'll get 1 free adult ticket for every 10 students (1 ticket free). All tickets are subject to availability. For more details and the latest rates, please get in touch.
Key Info
Blackpool Grand Theatre
33 Church Street
Blackpool
FY1 1HT
2 hours, 25 minutes (including a 20-minute interval)
Tue 9 Mar – Sat 13 Mar 2027
About
Winner of Best New Play at the 2026 Olivier Awards, PUNCH tells the true story of Jacob Dunne’s journey from a single, fatal punch to an unexpected reconciliation with his victim’s parents.
PUNCH is dedicated to the memory of James Hodgkinson and all victims of one-punch.
Jacob Dunne, a teenager from The Meadows, Nottingham, spends his Saturday nights seeking thrills with his friends. One fateful evening in Old Market Square, an impulsive punch leads to fatal consequences.
After serving prison time, Jacob finds himself lost and directionless. Searching for answers, Joan and David – the parents of his victim James – ask to meet, sparking a profound transformation in Jacob’s life.
Whilst PUNCH is inspired by a true story, some characters and events have been fictionalised for the purposes of the play.
Content Warnings – Strong language, references to violence, death, bereavement, alcohol and substance misuse, and mental health. Knives on stage, based on real-life people and events.
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