About Judi Dench & Gyles Brandreth: "What’s the Play? What’s the Part?"
"What's the play? What's the part?"
That's what Dame Judi Dench always asks - and now it's the title of Gyles and Judi’s new Christmas show!
Hot on the heels of their previous festive outings, Gyles and Judi are making this an annual tradition. This year, one show only. Just two friends, no scripts, no screens—having the most extraordinary conversation you'll ever hear.
They're imagining the ultimate theatrical party. Tommy Cooper drops by, Morecambe and Wise crack jokes, John Gielgud holds court. Even Johnny Depp or Leonardo DiCaprio might appear. They’ll chat about Shakespeare's heroines, and if you’re very lucky, Judi might even treat you to a little something from the Bard.
Expect hilarious anecdotes, tender memories, and those wonderful tangents that happen when Gyles and Judi get together.
The ultimate Christmas treats. Pure theatrical magic.
Judi Dench & Gyles Brandreth: "What’s the Play? What’s the Part?" Tickets
at the Sondheim Theatre
Ticket Prices
Standard Tickets from: £28.65*
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Performance schedule
Sunday 14 December 2025: 3pm
Show Running Time
Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes
Including a 20 minute interval
Some Things You Need to Know
Age Recommendation: 14+ at the discretion of a parent or guardian.
Please note: Everyone, regardless of age, must have their own ticket to enter the theatre. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by and sat next to a ticketholder who is at least 18 years old. Children under the age of 3 will not be admitted. Latecomers may not be admitted until a suitable break but we cannot guarantee admittance into the performance.
You may not bring food or drink purchased elsewhere
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