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Our Friends in the North: Timeless Themes Resonate Again

2/26/2026

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The stage adaptation of Our Friends in the North will run in Newcastle’s Theatre Royal in October, co-produced by Live Theatre.
Writer Peter Flannery notes that societal issues remain unchanged since the show's original airing 30 years ago.
The adaptation aims to engage younger audiences with its themes.
Co-CEO Jack McNamara finds reassurance in the show's historical context, noting that political challenges have persisted for decades.

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Story summary

The stage adaptation of Our Friends in the North will run in Newcastle’s Theatre Royal in October, co-produced by Live Theatre.
Writer Peter Flannery notes that societal issues remain unchanged since the show's original airing 30 years ago.
The adaptation aims to engage younger audiences with its themes.
Co-CEO Jack McNamara finds reassurance in the show's historical context, noting that political challenges have persisted for decades.