IN LOYAL COMPANY EMBARKS ON AN EXTENSIVE UK TOUR THIS YEAR

In Loyal Company makes a highly anticipated return to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe following a sell-out run in 2018

Based on the incredible true story of Arthur Robinson’s experiences as a Prisoner of War during World War II, this poignant tale of survival and sacrifice is written and performed by his great-nephew David William Bryan.

A gripping and touching production, In Loyal Company is the remarkable story of a missing World War II soldier facing desperate odds. Working as a packer on the Liverpool docks in 1941, Arthur ‘Joe’ Robinson signs up as a private in the 18th Reconnaissance Division after the death of his best friend during the Blitz. The ship to his deployment in Singapore is sunk by Japanese bombers and Joe is declared missing. It’s another four years before he finally makes it home.

In Loyal Company is a fresh take on the war epic and promises to move audiences around the country. From the Liverpool docks to Prisoner of War camps in Thailand, the stunning sound and lighting design by Jonny Ryan immerses the audience directly in the action. The production brings to life the reality of World War II as it shines a light on our former servicemen and women, their courage and loyalty in the face of extreme adversity.

David William Bryan comments, It’s a privilege to honour my great uncle whilst also raising awareness of the sacrifices made by so many brave men and women during World War II.

Pulled from their sweethearts and the cobbled streets they knew, In Loyal Company tackles with great empathy the brutal reality faced by the ordinary people who signed up to fight and were thrust into unknown landscapes and imminent danger. This utterly human piece exposes the horrors of the internment camps.

LISTING

Running time 60 minutes

Age Guidance Recommended for ages 8+

Box Office Ticket prices vary

Tickets are available for all tour dates at www.davidwilliambryan.com

Performance Dates

27th April Everyman Theatre Regent Street, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 1HQ

3rd May Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB3 3BU

4th May Rotherham Civic Theatre Catherine Street, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S65 1EB

11th May The Corn Exchange Market Place, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 0EG

17th May Cornerstone Arts Centre 25 Station Road, Didcot, Alexandra Palace Way, London, N22 7AY

7th – 8th June Swallow Theatre, Scotland Mosspark Whithorn, Whithorn, Newton Stewart, Scotland, DG8 8DR

10th June New Wimbledon Theatre 93 The Broadway, Wimbledon, London, SW19 1QG

28th June Tolmen Centre Fore Street, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 5AA

5th July The Stables Theatre The Bourne, Hastings, TN34 3BD

31st July – 26th Aug Pleasance, Edinburgh Fringe 60 Pleasance, Edinburgh, EH8 9TJ

6th – 7th Sept East Riding Theatre 10 Lord Roberts Road, Beverley, Hull, HU17 9BE

13th September The Corn Hall St Nicholas Street, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4LB

14th September Lichfield Garrick Castle Dyke, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS13 6HR

20th – 21st Sept Theatr Clwyd, Wales Raikes Lane, Mold, Flintshire, CH7 1YA

4th October Red Rose Chain, Ipswich Gippeswyk Avenue, Birkfield Drive, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 9AF

14th October Stage@Leeds 18 Cromer Terrace, Leeds, North Yorkshire, LS2 9JS

30th November Phoenix Theatre and Arts Centre Barbados House, Station Road, Bordon, Hampshire, GU35 0LR