“An invigorating delight”
The Observer

“Joyous. A delight and an education… A tremendous performance in a show of continuous pleasure”
Daily Telegraph.

Out of Joint’s acclaimed play celebrating Sam “Dictionary” Johnson’s unique take on life. From humble beginnings, and in spite of numerous physical and psychological problems and ultimate heartbreak, this witty, depressed, irritable, generous and wise man became an 18th century icon.

Max Stafford-Clark directs. Ian Redford reprises his wry and moving central performance.

Until 24 September
ARTS THEATRE
Great Newport Street, London WC2H 7JB

HOT TICKETS OFFER:
£20 best available seats.
(Usually £32.50; subject to availability)
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PHONE the box office on 020 7907 7092 and quote “HOT TICKETS OFFER”
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Booking fee £1.50 per ticket

“Every line chimes. Redford portrays all of Johnson’s humour, rage, melancholy, sweetness and brilliance”
The Times

“Witty, warm-hearted and totally charming entertainment”
Whatsonstage.com

“You feel you are eavesdropping on one of the great double acts in literary history. A rare treat”
The Guardian

“I did not want the evening to end”
The Independent

“A delightful evening. Redford is remarkable. Luke Griffin brings great style and panache. Trudie Styler is impressive”
Daily Express


An Out of Joint production. Presented by Karl Sydow.
Trudie Styler will not appear 21-24 September

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