(National Theatre Live: Golden Boy)

Content: 1930s New York, at the height of the Depression. Joe Bonaparte is a gifted young violinist with extraordinary talent and a future in music, until a chance at fame and fortune lures him into the brutal world of professional boxing. Pressured by a ruthless manager, tempted by a forbidden love, and bound by the expectations of his Italian-American family, Joe is a young man torn between the seductive promise of the American Dream and the quiet honor of a decent life. He must confront what he’s willing to sacrifice, who he’s willing to become, and how to find his place in a world that demands he choose a side. Sam Yates directs Josh O'Connor in this searing revival of Clifford Odets' knockout American classic. Brought to life with a live string quartet, this propulsive drama explores ambition, identity, and the high price of success.

Countries:

United Kingdom

Genres:

Drama

Runtime:

0 minutes

Year:

2026

Directors:

Sam Yates

Production companies:

Almeida Theatre,

National Theatre

Actors:

Joe Bonaparte

Tokio

Frank

Roxy

Pepper White / Journalist

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Director

Writer

Set Designer

Costume Designer

Lighting Design