
You Oughta be in Pictures
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You Oughta be in Pictures runs at the Theatre Royal Stoke on 11 November 2026. This production by award-winning theatre-maker Polis Loizou presents a chilling tale set in 1940s Hollywood that explores themes of exploitation and the nature of truth. The show has received nominations for Best Actor, Best Production, and Best New Writing at the Buxton Fringe 2026. Critics have praised the performance as powerful and the writing as tight and fascinating.
“Keep your pretty head, son, or you’ll lose it.” Hollywood, the 1940s. A charismatic film director auditions a young actor for a horror movie whose lead has died under mysterious circumstances. As he shares tales of exploitation, broken promises, sex, cults, and the fine line between artifice and truth, it transpires there may be a more malevolent eye than that of the camera in the room. But the horrors on screen were never real – were they? Award-winning theatre-maker Polis Loizou with a tale to fill you with dread... and doubt. WINNER: Best Actor (Buxton Fringe 2026) NOMINEE: Best Production (Buxton Fringe 2026) NOMINEE: Best New Writing (Buxton Fringe 2026) ★★★★ “A disquieting patchwork of realities.” – The Wee Review ★★★★ “Loizou’s performance is powerful, chilling and pitch perfect.” – Rialto Arts “Fascinating. Very tight writing, and beautifully performed” – Buxton Fringe “Loizou is an intense and gripping performer, expressive and scary” – Brighton Source “A strong story very well told. An absorbing production” – British Theatre Guide Tickets now available at the Foxlowe café and online: £15.00 (Student £12)
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You Oughta be in Pictures takes place on Wednesday, 11 November 2026.
You Oughta be in Pictures is held at Stoke.
Tickets for You Oughta be in Pictures can be booked via foxloweartscentre.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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You Oughta be in Pictures runs at the Theatre Royal Stoke on 11 November 2026. This production by award-winning theatre-maker Polis Loizou presents a chilling tale set in 1940s Hollywood that explores themes of exploitation and the nature of truth. The show has received nominations for Best Actor, Best Production, and Best New Writing at the Buxton Fringe 2026. Critics have praised the performance as powerful and the writing as tight and fascinating.
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“Keep your pretty head, son, or you’ll lose it.” Hollywood, the 1940s. A charismatic film director auditions a young actor for a horror movie whose lead has died under mysterious circumstances. As he shares tales of exploitation, broken promises, sex, cults, and the fine line between artifice and truth, it transpires there may be a more malevolent eye than that of the camera in the room. But the horrors on screen were never real – were they? Award-winning theatre-maker Polis Loizou with a tale to fill you with dread... and doubt. WINNER: Best Actor (Buxton Fringe 2026) NOMINEE: Best Production (Buxton Fringe 2026) NOMINEE: Best New Writing (Buxton Fringe 2026) ★★★★ “A disquieting patchwork of realities.” – The Wee Review ★★★★ “Loizou’s performance is powerful, chilling and pitch perfect.” – Rialto Arts “Fascinating. Very tight writing, and beautifully performed” – Buxton Fringe “Loizou is an intense and gripping performer, expressive and scary” – Brighton Source “A strong story very well told. An absorbing production” – British Theatre Guide Tickets now available at the Foxlowe café and online: £15.00 (Student £12)
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Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is You Oughta be in Pictures?
You Oughta be in Pictures takes place on Wednesday, 11 November 2026.
Where is You Oughta be in Pictures taking place?
You Oughta be in Pictures is held at Stoke.
How do I get tickets for You Oughta be in Pictures?
Tickets for You Oughta be in Pictures can be booked via foxloweartscentre.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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