Skip to main content
Blackbird at Ustinov Studio

Blackbird at Ustinov Studio

Ask AI: is it for me?

Similar events

View all

About This Event

On 4 February 2027, the Ustinov Studio in Bath presents a new production of David Harrower's provocative play *Blackbird*. John Simm stars as Ray, a man living under a new identity after serving a jail sentence, who faces an unexpected confrontation with Una, his former lover from fifteen years prior. The narrative unfolds within Ray's bleak factory canteen, where the resurfacing of their past threatens to destroy their lives once more while unsettling the audience at every turn. Matthew Dunster directs this powerful drama, marking his return to the venue following previous sell-out successes.

Fifteen years ago, Una and Ray had a relationship. He was 41 years old. She was 12. They haven't set eyes on each other since. Now, she's found him again. Ray has served a jail sentence and lives under a new identity. When Una turns up unexpectedly at Ray's bleak factory canteen, the memories of their relationship pour forth, threatening to destroy their lives all over again, and wrong-footing the audience at every turn. John Simm, best known for playing Sam Tyler in Life on Mars, The Master in Doctor Who and DI Roy Grace in Grace, stars as Ray in this new production of David Harrower’s provocative play. Matthew Dunster returns to the Ustinov Studio following the sell-out success of Hedda, starring Lily Allen, and Conor McPherson's The Hunger Games: On Stage. FAQs How much are tickets? Tickets are priced at £49.50 or £38.50 discounts . A booking fee of £3 per ticket applies. What time does the show start? Monday - Saturday 7.30pm. Matinees Thursday & Saturday 2.30pm. Is the venue accessible? There is a lift for wheelchair users from the Ustinov foyer to the Stalls level. The Circle has stair access only.

Description supplied by the event organiser.

Staying overnight?

Hotels within walking distance of Bath.

Searching near Bath
Check-in: Thursday, 4 February 2027
Find hotels near this venuecompare prices →

Ad · Stay22 affiliate link

Similar Events in Bath

View all →

More at Bath

View all →

Frequently asked questions

Blackbird at Ustinov Studio takes place on Thursday, 4 February 2027. The event runs until Saturday, 6 March 2027.

Blackbird at Ustinov Studio is held at Bath in Bath (Bath).

Yes — hotels within walking distance of Bath can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.

Tickets for Blackbird at Ustinov Studio can be booked via visitbath.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.