Drama
Winston and David
by Robert Lloyd George
The Edinburgh Fringe sell-out returns to the Tabard Theatre for a limited run.
What if the course of history was shaped not by politics, but by friendship?
Drawing on previously unseen family documents, Robert Lloyd George's acclaimed play explores the remarkable relationship between Winston Churchill and David Lloyd George. As two ambitious young politicians navigate love, rivalry and power, their friendship becomes entwined with the decisions that would lead Britain into the First World War.
Funny, moving and thought-provoking, Winston and David offers a fascinating new perspective on two of Britain's most famous Prime Ministers and the personal relationships that shaped history.
Directed by award-winning theatre-maker Nick Hennegan, this acclaimed production returns following its sold-out Edinburgh Fringe run.
6-29 August 2026
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Running Time 1hr, no interval
Latecomers Latecomers will not be admitted once the performance has started
Tickets £23.50/£19.50 concessions - select a date below to book your tickets
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Reviews
Reviews from the Edinburgh Fringe 2022 Production
Cast
Peter Swales
Winston Churchill
Peter is an actor, performer, theatre deviser and facilitator, with extensive touring across the UK and internationally. His theatre credits span productions including An Inspector Calls, The Three Bears, Danny, The Champion of the World, Father Christmas Needs a Wee and Winston and David.
Joseph Emms
David Lloyd George
Joseph is a stage and screen actor trained at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, with credits including Romeo and Juliet, The Rubber Merchants, Dragon, The Spanish Tragedy, Outlander: Blood of my Blood and award-winning performances.
Alexandra Donnachie
Frances Llyold George, née Stevenson
Alex is a multi-award-winning writer-performer with extensive stage and screen experience, including War Horse, The Arrest of Ai Wei Wei, When We Died, The Good Neighbour and BBC's BAFTA winning Suffragettes.
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