Boys from the Blackstuff to finish UK tour at Theatr Clwyd
The play is James Graham's stage adaptation of Alan Bleasdale's classic television drama.
It has already enjoyed sold-out runs at Liverpool's Royal Court, the National Theatre, and London's West End.
Set in 1980s Liverpool, the story follows Chrissie, Loggo, George, Dixie, and Yosser—men who are out of work and desperate to provide for their families.
The cast includes George Caple as Chrissie, Jurell Carter as Loggo, Jay Johnson as Yosser, Ged McKenna as George, and Mark Womack as Dixie.
They are joined by Reiss Barber as Snowy, Amber Blease as Angie, and Kyle Harrison-Pope as Kevin, among others.
The play has received critical acclaim since its premiere at Liverpool's Royal Court in September 2023, with the Daily Mail describing Bleasdale's writing as "packed with humour."
James Graham, who adapted the original drama, said: "Alan Bleasdale's masterpiece is, a story proudly forged in the humour and voice of Liverpool, and it was a real honour and a thrill to open it to packed houses there last year, before bringing our show to London and the West End.
"But Boys From the Blackstuff remains a story of national significance, with a lasting impact on British culture.
"Taking it on the road, to communities around the country, feels like the most important thing we could be doing next with our story.
"I'm delighted by the support and belief from Bill Kenwright Ltd, and Liverpool's Royal Court that birthed it."
Alan Bleasdale, writer of the original TV drama, also expressed his surprise at the stage version's success.
He said: "I never expected Boys from the Blackstuff to be quite the sell-out sensation it has become at Liverpool's Royal Court, at the National Theatre and then in London's West End.
"What I always hoped was that the rest of the country might have a chance to see this magnificent adaptation by James Graham.
"Now, that has been made possible by Bill Kenwright Ltd who have staged my theatre work since Are You Lonesome Tonight over forty years ago."
The production is directed by Kate Wasserberg, artistic director of Theatr Clwyd.
It features set and costume design by Amy Jane Cook, lighting by Ian Scott, and original music and sound design by Dyfan Jones.
Movement direction is by Rachael Nanyonjo, and video design by Jamie Jenkin.
Theatr Clwyd, which is currently undergoing redevelopment, will host Boys from the Blackstuff as its first touring production following the completion of building works.
The tour covers venues across the UK, including Windsor, Richmond, Bromley, Bath, Blackpool, Glasgow, Birmingham, Liverpool, Cheltenham, Derby, Salford, Guildford, Leeds, Newcastle, Colchester, Doncaster, Stoke, Brighton, and Canterbury.
Theatr Clwyd will host the final performances from July 1 to 5.
More information and tickets for the Mold performances are available online.
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