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‘Fire and steel, Kohlhaas! Fire and steel! Isn’t that how you shoed your stallions’ hooves? Fire and steel!’
When a nobleman wrongfully seizes two of Michael Kohlhaas’ horses, he begins a quest for justice that sees him take on the political establishment, with violent and far-reaching consequences.
An epic and resonant adaptation by Marco Baliani and Remo Rostagno of the Heinrich Von Kleist 1810 novella, Kohlhaas reunites Arinzé Kene with director Omar Elerian following their Olivier-nominated hit Misty. Originally produced by Brighton Festival to critical acclaim, this new one man show explores the cost of protest, resistance and speaking truth to power.
★★★★★
‘An awe-inspiring production… It could not be more timeless, or more relevant.’
The Guardian
A Brighton Festival production in association with the Old Vic
What you need to know
Running Time
Approximately one hour 20 minutes, without an intervalContent Guidance
Suitable for ages 12+
Tickets
Previews: £14.50–£71.50
Peak: £16.50–£76.50
Premium and Charitable tickets available.
Preview
27–30 Aug 2027Access Performances
Access performances to be announced at a later date.
Find out more about Access at the Old Vic
£23.50–£26.50 Access rate available for all performances and one carer/companion ticket per booking available at the same price. Join the free Access Membership and book online or call 0344 871 7628
Dates
27 Aug–04 Sep 2027Pre-theatre dining
Eat with us before the show at our Backstage Cafe & Bar
Info & discounts
Old Vic Memberships Booking
Join as a Member from £85 to access early booking for Kohlhaas and a range of other benefits.
12noon, Tue 10 Nov | Priority booking for Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze Circle Members
12noon, Wed 11 Nov | Priority booking for Premium Friends
12noon, Fri 13 Nov | Priority booking for Friends
Public booking opens on Mon 16 Nov, 12noon.
OV Local
Live in Lambeth or Southwark? Make the most of your visit with our FREE OV Local Membership
Find out more about concessions
Off-Peak Performances
Preview performances: 27–30 Aug 2027
Find out more about tickets and bookings by reading our Terms and Conditions
Photo: Nadav Kander
