About this Event
The award-winning Show People Podcast with Andrew Keates welcomes three time Olivier Award-winning playwright and screenwriter James Graham OBE for a very special live recording at The Two Brewers on Wednesday 11 November 2026.
The writer behind Dear England, Punch, Sherwood, Quiz, Ink and This House, James has created some of the most compelling stories on British stages and screens, exploring the people, communities and conflicts that shape our lives.
His smash-hit play Dear England brought Gareth Southgate’s transformation of the England football team to the National Theatre and the West End, winning the Olivier Award for Best New Play before becoming a BBC television drama. His acclaimed Punch, a powerful true story of forgiveness and restorative justice, also won Best New Play at the 2026 Olivier Awards.
From the parliamentary battles of This House to the birth of a newspaper empire in Ink, James finds gripping human stories at the heart of public life. His work also includes Tammy Faye, the musical written with Elton John and Jake Shears.
On television, his celebrated work includes the BAFTA-winning Sherwood, set in the Nottinghamshire community where he grew up; the hit quiz-show scandal drama Quiz; and Brexit: An Uncivil War, starring Benedict Cumberbatch.
Join Andrew Keates for an intimate, funny and revealing conversation exploring James’s journey from Nottinghamshire to the West End and Broadway, the stories behind his best-loved work, and what it takes to turn real lives and national headlines into extraordinary drama.
Whether you’re a theatre lover, a budding writer or a fan of his television dramas, this promises to be an unmissable evening with one of Britain’s most exciting storytellers.
With just 100 seats available, book early to avoid disappointment.
All profits support Queer Theatre’s work nurturing LGBTQIA+ talent and bringing people together through the performing arts.
Box Office
Doors open: 7pm | Show starts: 7:30pm
Runtime: Approximately 2 ½ hours, including an interval
General Admission (Row 5 and back): £20
Premium Seating (Front 4 Rows): £30
VIP Cabaret Table For Two (Front Row): £100
How to Get There
Two Brewers | Back Room
114 Clapham High Street, Clapham, London SW4 7UJ
By Tube: Clapham North and Clapham Common, both on the Northern Line, are approximately a five-minute walk away.
By Train: Clapham High Street Overground station is approximately seven minutes away.
By Bus: Routes 35, 37, 45, 137, 155 and 345 stop nearby at Clapham Common or Clapham High Street.
Accessibility
The venue is fully accessible for wheelchair users. As the evening is expected to be busy, we encourage anyone with access requirements to contact us in advance so we can do everything possible to make your visit comfortable and enjoyable.
Important Information
By attending, you consent to Queer Theatre taking and using photography and video from the event for archive, press, marketing, website and social media purposes.
About Queer Theatre
We create spaces to tell Queer stories and nurture Queer talent - and our mission is to ensure no Queer creative need ever spend a week alone again.
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Queer Theatre welcomes experienced professionals to enthusiastic beginners. We seek what connects us rather than what divides us. Our work may challenge us as artists, but our spaces will always be founded on mutual respect, care, love and support.
Sponsors & Partners
We are gratefully sponsored by Theataccounts, and proud to be partnered with the Two Brewers, The Show Reel Company, Henry-Morgan De Witt.
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Terms and Conditions
Please note: Latecomers may be refused entry to avoid disruption to the live recording. If admitted, you may be asked to stand at the back of the space, regardless of your ticket type. Seats are allocated on a first come, first served basis.
All tickets include access to The Two Brewers’ late-night cabaret and DJ event following the show.
This is a live podcast recording. By attending, you consent to being recorded, photographed and filmed, including your image and voice, and to Queer Theatre using this content in perpetuity for promotional, marketing, archive, editorial and distribution purposes across all media. There is no opt out. Audience participation is optional, but if you choose to speak or ask a question, you consent to your contribution being recorded and used in the same way. Unauthorised audio or video recording by attendees is not permitted.
Latecomers may be refused entry to avoid disruption to the recording. If admitted, you may be asked to stand at the back of the space regardless of ticket type. Seating is allocated on a first come, first served basis within your ticket area.
Entry is subject to the venue’s licensing conditions and security policies and valid ID may be required. Queer Theatre and the venue reserve the right to refuse admission or remove anyone whose behaviour is disruptive, unsafe, discriminatory, harassing, or who is intoxicated. Please take care of your belongings as Queer Theatre accepts no liability for loss, theft or damage to personal property.
Your ticket includes access to The Two Brewers’ late-night cabaret and DJ event after the recording, subject to venue capacity and standard venue entry conditions. The venue is wheelchair accessible. If you have access needs, please contact us in advance so we can support your visit as best we can, particularly as the event is expected to be busy.
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Two Brewers, 114 Clapham High Street, London, United Kingdom
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