The King's Speech announces major UK tour for 2027
by Best of Theatre Staff on Tuesday 21 July 2026, 11:43 am in Upcoming and New Shows
The Barn Theatre in Cirencester, in partnership with Tiny Giant Entertainment, has announced a major UK tour of The King's Speech – David Seidler's stage adaptation directed by Loveday Ingram – opening at Oxford Playhouse in January 2027.
The Barn Theatre in Cirencester, in partnership with Tiny Giant Entertainment, has announced that its new production of The King's Speech will embark on a major UK tour in 2027. David Seidler's play, directed by Loveday Ingram, opens at Oxford Playhouse on 11 January 2027 and tours through to the end of June 2027.
The production first plays at the Barn Theatre from 9 October to 7 November 2026 before the tour, which visits Coventry, Cheltenham, Clwyd, Darlington, Blackpool, Bath, Guildford, Aberdeen, Nottingham, Leeds, Eastbourne, Bromley, Wolverhampton, Southend, Salisbury, Ipswich, Winchester, Northampton, Carlisle, Cambridge, Windsor and Liverpool. It is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International.
Director Loveday Ingram said: "I love the film and this stage version brings the story to life with huge heart. It is a deeply moving story about human connection, courage and friendship – an intimate story of trust that so poignantly shows that true leadership comes from embracing our humanity, rather than striving for perfection."
Based on the multi-award-winning film written by David Seidler, The King's Speech tells the moving true story of King George VI and the unconventional speech therapist who helped him find his voice on the eve of the Second World War. Full casting and on-sale information are to be announced.