Jarman

Explore the extraordinary life of Derek Jarman in this vibrant solo play by Mark Farrelly. Jarman was not just a film-maker and painter, but also a gardener, activist, and writer, whose influence remains significant even today. This passionate and daring performance is a reminder of the courage it takes to truly live while you’re alive, taking audiences on a journey from Dungeness to the heart of Soho and showcasing one of the most iconoclastic artists in history.

Jarman’s notable works include taboo-breaking films like Sebastiane, Jubilee, and Caravaggio, as well as pop videos for the Pet Shop Boys such as It’s A Sin and Rent. His lasting legacy also includes his poignant last film, Blue, which consists of a single continuous frame of blue, chronicling the experience of losing eyesight while retaining artistic vision.

Reviews

★★★★★ Queer Guru: "beautiful, fun and relentlessly inspiring. Jarman is a fearless portrait of a key figure in LGBTQ+ history, and one of this country’s greatest artists"

★★★★★ Bum on a Seat: "Jarman admonishes us to ‘be astonishing’. And that’s exactly what Mark Farrelly is. Fabulous, thought-provoking stuff"

★★★★★ AJH Loves Theatre: "a performance of such controlled brilliance"

★★★★★ London Theatre 1: "a mini-masterpiece"

★★★★ The Stage: "a gripping solo show"

★★★★ North West End: "Incredibly accomplished"

★★★★ West End Best Friend: "astonishingly charismatic"

★★★★ Theatre-News.com: "A mesmerising performance that moves, amuses and shocks in equal measure. A stunning piece of theatre and stage craft that will enthral all that see it"

★★★★ Sardines Magazine: "Farrelly is a remarkable actor. He brings an extraordinary, glittering edge and sense of danger to everything he does"

★★★★ The Reviews Hub: "The amount of emotional energy Farrelly sustains in taking us through all the different phases of Jarman’s life is remarkable"

★★★★ London Living Large: "An astonishing and heartfelt portrayal… Exceptional"

★★★★ Reviews Gate: "An enthralling performance"

Practical info

Running time: 80 mins, no interval

Tickets: £18/£15 concessions

Booking: Click on the seating plan below to book online. Alternatively, call 020 8995 6035 (leave a message if you can’t get through, and we will return your call).

For information about bookings, refunds, and exchanges, please see here.

Seating: Please note row H, the back row, is high bench seating. The auditorium has steps up the center aisle, so book at the front for anyone who may have difficulty with steps or heights.

Latecomers: Latecomers will not be admitted.