Jerusalem 2011

Opened: October 17, 2011
Closing: January 14, 2012

Jerusalem - 2011 - West End History , Info & More

Apollo Theatre
29 Shaftesbury Avenue London

A COMIC, CONTEMPORARY VISION OF RURAL LIFE IN ENGLAND’S GREEN AND PLEASANT LAND…



A comic, contemporary vision of rural life in our green and pleasant land, Jez Butterworth’s epic new play is wildly original. In part a lament about the erosion of country life and in part a rebuff to the antiseptic modern world, it features a landmark central performance from Mark Rylance as hellraiser Johnny Byron, ‘a performance so charismatic, so mercurial, so complete and compelling that it doesn’t look like acting’ (Evening Standard), and a superb ensemble cast including Mackenzie Crook who ‘excels’ as Johnny’s sidekick Ginger.



On St George’s Day, the morning of the local county fair, Johnny Byron is a wanted man. The council officials want to serve him an eviction notice, his son wants his dad to take him to the fair, and a motley crew of mates want his ample supply of drugs and alcohol.

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Photo Flash: First Look at West End's JERUSALEM
by Nicole Rosky - October 17, 2011

Following record-breaking sold-out runs at the Royal Court and the Apollo Theatres in 2009 and 2010 respectively, Ian Rickson's Royal Court Theatre production of Jez Butterworth's multi award-winning play is running at the Apollo Theatre until 14 January 2012.

Photo Flash: JERUSALEM Begins Previews at the Apollo Theatre
by Kelsey Denette - October 7, 2011

Previews begin tomorrow, 8 October, for the West End return of Jerusalem at the Apollo Theatre. Following record-breaking sold-out runs at the Royal Court and the Apollo Theatres in 2009 and 2010 respectively, Ian Rickson's Royal Court Theatre production of Jez Butterworth's multi award-winning play is running at the Apollo Theatre until 14 January 2012.

Jerusalem FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Jerusalem have there been?
Jerusalem has had 2 productions including Broadway which opened in 2011 and West End which opened in 2011.
What awards has Jerusalem been nominated for?
Jerusalem has been nominated for several awards. It was nominated for Best Play at the Evening Standard Awards. Johnny Flynn was nominated for Best Performance in a Supporting Role at the Olivier Awards. Additionally, Ian Rickson was nominated for Best Director at the Olivier Awards.
What awards has Jerusalem won?
Jerusalem has won several prestigious awards. It was awarded Best Play at the Evening Standard Awards. Johnny Flynn received the Best Performance in a Supporting Role at the Olivier Awards, while Ian Rickson won the Best Director award at the same ceremony. These accolades highlight the exceptional talent and success of the production.

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