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Of Mice and Men

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Play Opened 12 February 2004, Closed 3 April 2004

Old Vic Theatre The Cut, Waterloo, London

Stage adaptation of John Steinbeck's classic novel Of Mice and Men directed by Jonathan Church.

Of Mice and Men is set against the backdrop of America's Great Depression, George and Lennie are determined to buy a small farm of their own after years of ekeing out a living as itinerant farm workers. The two friends soon discover the flip side of their American Dream and the friendship is tested to its limits.

This production returns to London's West End following a very successful and critically acclaimed seven week season at London's Savoy Theatre from 23 October 2003 to 6 December 2003.

"This is a production of rare power and depth. A hugely welcome addition to the West End" The Daily Telegraph

"Powerful and engrossing" The Sunday Telegraph

"An extraordinary tale of friendship and loyalty. Jonathan Church's atmospheric production is hugely recommended" The Mail on Sunday

"Jumps off the page and straight onto the page" The Observer