Set in the ultra-competitive twilight world of semi-professional football, The Red Lion is a powerful, funny and touching drama that reaches beyond the beautiful game, exploring contrasting ideas about loyalty, ambition and what it takes to win, from three different generations.

This production stars DCI Banks actor Stephen Tompkinson, John Bowler (Auf Wiedersehen Pet) and Best Newcomer nominee at the Journal Culture Awards 2017, Dean Bone

The Red Lion has been specially adapted by Oscar nominated writer Patrick Marber for Live Theatre and the North East.

In this Relaxed Performance a laid back approach to noise or movement from the audience is taken, audience members can leave and come back in again and don’t have to be quiet. Suitable for young people with special educational needs, or anyone who many benefit from a more relaxed environment.