David Copperfield
Guildford Shakespeare Company new adaptation of Charles Dickens’ beloved Victorian classic.
Fantastic production images are in for Guildford Shakespeare Company’s new adaptation of David Copperfield. The production opened on Tuesday 25 November and runs until 20 December 2025 at Jermyn Street Theatre.
Performed by three actors playing multiple roles, Luke Barton, Louise Beresford, and Eddy Payne, David Copperfield follows one young man’s journey through adversity, eccentric relatives, and cruel schoolmasters to become an author.
Abigail Pickard Price Co-Adapter and Director said, “David Copperfield is an epic coming-of-age tale filled with extraordinary characters. In our version, nineteen of them are brought to life by just three brilliant actors – Eddy, Louise and Luke – with the help of hats, trunks, and a few puppets. They’ll transport us from rat-infested factories to the high seas, and from offices of law to primary schools.”
“I have in my heart of hearts a favourite child. And his name is David Copperfield.”
Pronounced unlucky at birth, tossed into a world of eccentric aunts, terrible stepfathers and dismal boarding schools, David Copperfield’s life gets off to a rocky start. In this coming-of-age adventure, our eponymous hero scrambles and scribbles his way from orphanhood to authorship.
Three actors. Dozens of Dickens’ most memorable characters, from Pegotty to Uriah Heep and Mr Micawber. A delightful romp stuffed with Victorian charm and timeless wit, David Copperfield is the irresistible new festive treat from Guildford Shakespeare Company in collaboration with Jermyn Street Theatre.
Venue details
- Address:
- Jermyn Street Theatre
- 16B Jermyn Street
- London
- SW1Y 6ST