The Shawshank Redemption at the Everyman Theatre
Tuesday 10 - Saturday 14 February 2026
Fear will hold you prisoner. Hope can set you free.
The Shawshank Redemption comes to Cheltenham with a powerful stage adaptation at the Everyman Theatre, delivering a gripping and emotionally charged night at the theatre.
Despite his protests of innocence, Andy Dufresne is sentenced to life imprisonment for the murders of his wife and her lover. Inside the brutal walls of Shawshank Prison, survival depends on trust, resilience and the strength of human connection. Andy forges an unlikely friendship with fellow inmate Red, and together they navigate a world shaped by corruption, cruelty and quiet hope.
When the ruthless Warden Stammas exploits Andy’s accountancy skills, a long and dangerous game begins – one that will test the limits of endurance and the true meaning of freedom.
Based on Stephen King’s 1982 novella and the acclaimed 1994 film adaptation, this compelling production explores friendship and hope behind the claustrophobic bars of a maximum-security prison.
The cast includes Joe McFadden, Ben Onwukwe and Bill Ward, bringing depth and intensity to this unforgettable story. With its tense atmosphere and deeply human core, this production is ideal for audiences seeking thought-provoking things to do in Cheltenham and a standout night out at the theatre.
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