Scamp Theatre presents
Private Peaceful by Michael Morpurgo (Author of War Horse)
Adapted & Directed by Simon Reade, direct from London’s West...
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Private Peaceful
Scamp Theatre presents
Private Peaceful by Michael Morpurgo (Author of War Horse)
Adapted & Directed by Simon Reade, direct from London’s West End
Commemorating the 100th year anniversary of the end of World War One, Private Peaceful relives the life of Private Tommo Peaceful, a young soldier awaiting the firing squad at dawn. During the night he looks back at his short but joyful past growing up in rural Devon: his exciting first days at school; the accident in the forest that killed his father; his adventures with Molly, the love of his life; and the battles and injustices of war that brought him to the front line.
Winner of the Blue Peter Book of the Year, Private Peaceful is by third Children’s Laureate, Michael Morpurgo. His inspiration came from a visit to Ypres where he was shocked to discover how many young soldiers were court-martialled and shot for cowardice during the First World War.
‘Private Peaceful at the theatre is a moving experience that not only tells the story of a young soldier’s final day in World War One, but perhaps more importantly conveys the strength of human spirit.’ – Michael Morpurgo
★★★★★
‘The horrors of war and the joyfulness of life are bound up together in this magnificent show.”
The Scotsman
★★★★★
‘An infinitely touching, intensely acted account of a young First World War Soldier’s final day.’
Sunday Express
★★★★★
‘As moving as the poetry of Wilfred Owen and as painfully memorable as white-hot shrapnel…’
The Sunday Herald
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Private Peaceful
There are no booking fees for this production.
However, all bookings made through ATG Tickets for this venue are subject to a £1.95 Transaction fee.
Private Peaceful Access
Access Booking line: 0800 912 6971
New Victoria Theatre Visual Story: a visual resource to help prepare visitors for a new experience and to help them become familiar with new surroundings and what to expect. Click here to download it
Access Performances- Audio Description None scheduled
- Sign Language Interpreted None scheduled
- Captioned None scheduled
- SUR Titles None scheduled
- Relaxed Performances None scheduled
There are nine wheelchair spaces in the back row of the Royal Circle and one wheelchair space in the Stalls. It is advisable to book wheelchair spaces in advance.
- There is level access to the Box Office, bars, toilets and back row of the Royal Circle.
- There is lift access to the Stalls.
- The Upper Circle is only accessible via the stairs, there is no lift access.
The New Victoria Theatre auditorium is equipped with Sennheiser MobileConnect WiFi sound amplification system. MobileConnect uses WiFi to deliver superior quality audio to a smart device such as an iPod or iPhone, either through headphones or via a necklace for hearing aid users. Devices can be booked via the box office in advance, alternatively patrons can download the Sennheiser MobileConnect app and use their own device.
Induction Loop Necklace
Suitable for persons wearing a hearing aid, the induction loop necklace is worn around the neck. Whilst wearing the necklace switch your hearing aid to the 'T' setting and the sound is amplified. The necklace has an adjustable volume control.
Headset
Sound is amplified sound through headphones. Suitable for persons without a hearing aid.
Guide, hearing and other working dogs are welcome in all parts of the theatre.
There are accessible toilets on all three levels of the venue.
New Victoria Theatre, Woking Information
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Undercover parking for 2,500 cars is available in the Peacocks Shopping Centre. For details on parking charges visit: www.woking.gov.uk/council/parking
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There are nine wheelchair spaces in the back row of the Royal Circle and one wheelchair space in the Stalls. It is advisable to book wheelchair spaces in advance.
- There is level access to the Box Office, bars, toilets and back row of the Royal Circle.
- There is lift access to the Stalls.
- The Upper Circle is only accessible via the stairs, there is no lift access.
Audio Described Performances
Spamalot Sat 11 Feb 2.30pm
Legally Blonde Wed 9 May 7.30pm
Sister Act Wed 29 Aug 7.30pm
British Sign Language Performances
Yes Prime Minister Sat 25 Feb 2.30pm
Captioned Performances
Spamalot Thu 9 Feb 7.30pm
Legally Blonde Wed 16 May 7.30pm
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There are three bars in the theatre and a Friends Bar for our Friends of the Theatre.
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There is lift access between the Stalls and Royal Circle.
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There are areas available to hire within the theatre.
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There is no cloakroom available at this venue.
The Ambassadors
Peacocks Centre
Woking
Surrey
GU21 6GQ
By car:
The New Victoria Theatre is attached to the Peacocks Centre in central Woking, easily accessible from the M25 (Jct 10,11), M3 (Jct 3) and A3. Undercover parking for 2,500 cars is available in the Peacocks. The Blue car park is the closest to the theatres / cinemas, the entrance for both being found on level one. For details on parking charges visit Woking Council's Parking website.
By train:
Frequent trains from London Waterloo and towns in the surrounding area. Woking BR is five minutes walk away. Train information: 08457 484950 (24 hours) or check your train times on-line via The Rail Track web site.
By bus or coach:
The limited space for coaches to drop off directly outside the theatres is reserved for groups with mobility difficulties. Please contact the Groups Hotline 0333 009 5386 (Calls charged at local rate) for a permit for this space or for details of alternative coach parking facilities.
Calls cost 7p per minute, plus your phone company's access charge.
Groups Bookings : 0333 009 5386Calls charged at local rate.
Access Bookings : 0800 912 6971Stage Door / Admin:* : 01483 545999
ATG continues to make the safety and security of its customers and staff a priority. As such, please bear in mind that we may undertake bag checks, so recommend you leave extra time to avoid queues, and refrain from bringing suitcases rucksacks and large bags into the Theatre. Many thanks for your cooperation.
There are currently roadworks around the New Victoria Theatre that could disrupt your journey. Please take a look at the links below to plan your journey and leave enough time to arrive at the theatre before your show.
Woking Borough Council - Road closures and diversions
Surrey Country Council – Roadworks
The Red Car Park in the Woking Shoppers’ car park is now closed as a part of the exciting town-wide redevelopment plan. During the day the pressure on available parking spaces is intense so we strongly advise you plan alternative transport means to get here by taxi, train or bus, leaving plenty of time for travel.
For travel info by train: click here
By bus: click here
See live car parking availability here
Can customers please note that there is a latecomers policy for some theatre performances, so customers arriving late may not be admitted into the theatre until a suitable interval.
To pick your own seats for Private Peaceful at New Victoria Theatre simply find the performances you'd like to see from the listings below and you'll be given the option.
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