Playing Burton - London Tickets
About Playing Burton - London
Emmy Award-winner Matthew Rhys returns to the Welsh stage for the first time in 22 years in this acclaimed one-man play about international star Richard Burton.
Written by Mark Jenkins, Playing Burton offers a penetrating look at the actor’s life, from his impoverished South Wales beginnings to his rise as one of the greatest performers of his generation. Charting his passionate love affair with Elizabeth Taylor and his very public struggle with alcoholism, the play is a soulful exploration of fame, ambition, and identity.
This special performance by one of Wales’ most renowned actors offers a unique opportunity to support Welsh National Theatre’s inaugural season in 2026.
For accessible tickets, please see FAQ below.
Mae Matthew Rhys, enillydd Gwobr Emmy, yn dychwelyd i lwyfan Cymru am y tro cyntaf ers 22 mlynedd yn y ddrama un-dyn clodwiw hon am y seren ryngwladol Richard Burton.
Wedi'i ysgrifennu gan Mark Jenkins, mae Playing Burton yn cynnig cip olwg treiddgar ar fywyd yr actor, o'i ddechreuadau tlawd yn Ne Cymru i'w siwrnai fel un o berfformwyr gorau ei genhedlaeth. Gan olrhain ei berthynas gariadus angerddol ag Elizabeth Taylor a'i frwydr gyhoeddus iawn gydag alcoholiaeth, mae'r ddrama yn archwiliad llawn enaid o enwogrwydd, uchelgais a hunaniaeth.
Mae'r perfformiad arbennig hwn gan un o actorion enwocaf Cymru yn cynnig cyfle unigryw i gefnogi tymor cyntaf Welsh National Theatre yn 2026.
Am docynnau hygyrch, gweler y Cwestiynau Cyffredin isod.
Run time
1hr 30min. No Interval.
Venue
Categories
Plays, Off West End
Age
Ages 14+.
Start date
16th November, 2025
End date
16th November, 2025
Important information
Contains strong language and references to alcoholism
Venue
The Old Vic
Directions
Location: West End
Railway station: Waterloo
Bus numbers: (Waterloo Road) 1, 4, 26, 59, 68, 139, 168, 171, 172, 176, 188, 521, X68; (Mepham Street) 211, 243, 507
Night bus numbers: (Waterloo Road) 139, 176, 188, N1, N68, N171; (Mepham Street) 243
Car park: Waterloo Station (4mins)
Directions from tube: (7mins) Take Mepham Street (100 metres) down to Waterloo Road. Turn right on Waterloo Road, but keep left as the theatre is 100 metres further along on the opposite corner.
Show schedule
| Day of week | Matinee | Evening |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | - | - |
| Tuesday | - | - |
| Wednesday | - | - |
| Thursday | - | - |
| Friday | - | - |
| Saturday | - | - |
| Sunday | 2:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
Frequently asked questions
What is Playing Burton - London about?
Written by Mark Jenkins, Playing Burton offers a penetrating look at the actor’s life, from his impoverished South Wales beginnings to his rise as one of the greatest performers of his generation. Charting his passionate love affair with Elizabeth Taylor and his very public struggle with alcoholism, the play is a soulful exploration of fame, ambition, and identity.
Wedi'i ysgrifennu gan Mark Jenkins, mae Playing Burton yn cynnig cip olwg treiddgar ar fywyd yr actor, o'i ddechreuadau tlawd yn Ne Cymru i'w siwrnai fel un o berfformwyr gorau ei genhedlaeth. Gan olrhain ei berthynas gariadus angerddol ag Elizabeth Taylor a'i frwydr gyhoeddus iawn gydag alcoholiaeth, mae'r ddrama yn archwiliad llawn enaid o enwogrwydd, uchelgais a hunaniaeth
What is the length of Playing Burton - London?
Playing Burton - London is 1hr 30min. No Interval.
Where is Playing Burton - London?
The Old Vic.
What's the price for Playing Burton - London tickets?
The price for tickets to Playing Burton - London starts at £123.
How old do children need to be to see Playing Burton - London?
Ages 14+.
How do you buy tickets for Playing Burton - London?
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