July 10th, 1981, Missouri. Smalltown bully, Ken Rex McElroy rules Skidmore with an iron fist. His ten year reign of terror has involved theft, intimidation, assault, abduction and attempted murder — but, thanks to his slippery defence attorney and the rusty cogs of the American justice system, Ken Rex has never spent a night behind bars. But, when Ken shoots pillar of the community, greengrocer Bo Bowenkamp and leaves him for dead, the good folk of Skidmore decide that enough is enough. If the courts won’t bring Ken to heel, they will.
From the creator of the Olivier-nominated ‘Cruise’, KENREX transfers to the Southwark Playhouse Borough after a sold-out run at Sheffield Theatres. Written and performed by Jack Holden and co-directed with Ed Stambollouian, with live music from John Patrick Elliott.
KENREX is the unbelievable true story of a community taking back control — part Western, part True Crime, with a-foot stomping live Americana soundtrack.
Please note the venue strongly advises that you arrive early and take your seats in advance of the start time as there is a no latecomers and no re-entry policy.
Assisted performances Captioned: 5 March at 7pm.
2hr 10min. Incl. interval.
Plays, Off West End
Ages 12+.
14th February, 2025
15th March, 2025
This production contains haze, flashing lights, strobe lighting, loud noises, gunshot sound effects, depiction of physical violence and death, strong language, and references to grooming, rape, sexual and physical abuse.
By: Jack Holden and Ed Stambollouian Music by: John Patrick Elliott
Station: London Bridge
Location: Fringe/Off West End
Bus numbers: Inner London Crown Court (Stop B): 35, 133, 343, 344
Directions from tube: Borough: Exit & turn right towards Newington Causeway. Located just before the railway bridge. Elephant & Castle: Exit via South Bank University Exit & turn left, head up Newington Causeway.
Day of week | Matinee | Evening |
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Monday | - | 7:00 PM |
Tuesday | - | 7:00 PM |
Wednesday | - | 7:00 PM |
Thursday | - | 7:00 PM |
Friday | - | 7:00 PM |
Saturday | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
Sunday | - | - |
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