exellent i have watched it on tv now i want to see it live

hey i was wondering is this show going to be in any other place around the UK apart from Birmingham?? And if so how can i find out about dates for other places??... Thank You :)

I saw the original play in 1996 - and I am looking forward to seeing it again on stage - some of the surprises in the story worked better on stage having seen the really fun film that care soon afterwards - the original company were almost all of the actors in the film - this new production is going to be different for sure, but I am still keen to see it.

Hi Gavina

Thanks for your message - there are currently no plans to tour this production, so catch it in Birmingham if you can!

Just about to book my tickets - can't wait. Looking forward to seeing Archie Lal's portrayal of George. Should be a good one!
I am very surprised that this production is not being toured...

Just booked my tickets - can't wait! Looking forward to Archie Lal's portrayal of George. Should be good!
This production should be toured!

WOW! I cannot wait to see this! I hope it tours the UK so everyone else will get to see it, who can't make Birmingham! LOVE EAST IS EAST! Yeah baby!

SOOOOOOOO Llooking forward to seeing this show.

Ive organised it as a work do, we are all so hyped to see this then do dinner later.

Good luck to all the cast you look amazing
Colin xxx

cant wait, one of the best ever plays and films on Britian of a recent times, reflects 70s Britian brilliantly , poignant and great comedy moments on west to east, yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhh

can't wait just in the process of booking tickets

Sue from hednesford. booked tickets for myself and partner Andy, as a birthday treat .cant wait . loved the film .

Hi, can you tell me what age this production is suitable for? thanks

Just Came back from the opening....ABSOLUTELY amazing...the actors were brilliant, good flow of the story, raw emotions were stirred, an amazing set and good use of lighting to set the scenes.
Highly recommends this show.
indeed this was worthy of the sold out audience that was present tonight.

hi i was just wondering if there is an age restriction for east is east as i would like to take my 11 year old brother thanks, vicki.

Saw the show on the opening night - you WILL not be dissappointed. Amazing set, the best I have seen in a long time. Very very funny show yet it made you think. Black comedy at its best. Watch out for George, you have got to laugh or sympathise with him. He was played wonderfully. Will see again if funds allow...

me and my partner went along on the first showing of east is east on the 26th sept 09
it was wicked never laughed that much the acting was bang on.i didnt expect it to be this good but it was excellent,these guys deserve a medal each
good luck

Thanks everyone for your great comments on East Is East! To those who asked about age suitability, the play does contain quite a lot of strong language and some violence, so it's not suitable for children. If you'd like to bring children to the theatre we do have lots of plays aimed at younger ones - look out for the little grey 'family friendly' icon next to shows on the http://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/whats-on/ page.

hey, just came back from the theatre, the play was brilliant and the acting amazing, especially the parts of George and Ella! wicked! highly recommend it! Im gonna definitely see the film soon as well:)

Went to see East is East last night, it was really good, infact it was better than I expected. I will be recommending it to friends at work and I know my girlfriend will be doing the same.
I think the casting was spot on, Archie Lal's portrayal of George was really good but I also really enjoyed the 'parker coats' performance...
I would like to say that there is frequent strong language, it didn't bother me but it wouldn't be suitable for children.
If you are thinking of going to see this, just go I promise you will enjoy the night!
Thanks

Totally agree with Chris, Archie Lal's performance was oscar winning. Loved the whole production. Well done to all involved!

i came along to see the play after seeing it was in the birmingham comedy festival. i did wonder if it was going to be funny, but it really was. the little kid in the parka is great. what a great play. really good sets as well. and a good message about belonging (so it's not all just funny - the best comedy makes you think).

once I heard that Radio XL were giving away tickets for this I was on the phone everyday for a week and finally won a pair of tickets, so the ones we bought have been used to bring along a few friends. this will no doubt be a great performance, reminds me soooo much of my childhood. just can't wait for the show tonight 01/10/09

Brilliant! We came on Monday night. It's very clever - extremely funny in places, yet sad and poignant in others. I agree with advice from the Rep - I certainly wouldn't have thought suitable for anyone Under 14. There is a lot of strong language, but it all 'fits in'. A great evening out, thanks!

This play is the dogs ********, simon nagra rocked it-this man is too funny!!!!!

This was a great production and definitely should be on tour. Although the play was well cast all round, with strong performances by Archie Lal and Belinda Lang as George and Ella, for me the star was James McGlynn as Sajit (Parka coat boy!). The sets were very well designed and gave a very good flavour of 1970s Salford - I loved the roof tops and canal bridge sets. Congratulations to the Rep and all involved for a great performance.

went to see the show on the 01/10/09 it was absoloutly fantastic, i just loved how the show was done and enthusiasum shown of the actors. it was my first time in a theater and i will be seeing more shows there, well done to you guys. it brought back a lot of my chilhood memories so i wld recommend this to everyone go and see it, it is a must WELL DONE GUYS, is there any way i can meet the cast as i wld like to thank them in person.

this play was absolutly the best it was really funny and potrayed the film excellently. the religous meaning is still exemplifiyed even though the play is flooded with humour. the actors were brilliant

went to see the play last night-excellent. Really enjoyed it after seeing the film a while ago. The play is REALLY funny but still retains some of the more serious issues. Re the 'is it suitable for children' comment, I took my 15 year old son and he loved it, although there is some strong language it's no more than they hear in the playground! Well done cast and production team.

BRILLIANT,HAD A FANTASTIC COUPLE OF HOURS,WELL DONE TO ALL THE CAST,BUT MOSTLY WHAT A TRUELY WELL WRITTEN SCRIPT.....

We did not enjoy this performance: It was raucous contained an excess of bad language and reduced a serious subject to a farcical status. Sorry Rep not one of your better productions.

We're visiting the show on the 16th of October as we're huge East is East fans to the point that we cant resist watching it if its on T.V We're bringing our aunt from Canada along for the show so fingers crossed it will be as funny as the film!

See you Friday folks!

As Gok would say "It's all about the tickle-tackle"!

Went today to watch it with our schools Gcse Drama groups It was well good, and worth going to see

BRILLIANT!! This is a must see play! I went to see East is East with my 3 friends and the acting was magnificent! This is one of the best plays I have seen at the rep, it was hilarious and had a good story behind it. well done to all the cast members and crew!

Went to see the play last week, it was brilliant and I would definitely recommend it. Well done to all the cast and backstage crew. The effects and the set was really good and very well used.

loved the film , and the stage production was just as good , laughed all night. Can anyone explain the Northern Soul music content (which wasn't in the film) ?

One of the best performances I've seen, utterly brilliant.

I went and watched it with my college class last week
It was amazing! I loved it!
I recommend it, it really is fabulous to watch!
Downside is I had to write a review on it afterwards hahaa x

I came to see this show and it is fanstastic. Despite the fact that i had seen the film i still found my self sitting on the edge of my seat! the use of set is amazing and has given me a lot of inspiration for my set deign at college. i strongly recommend you see the show as despite the face that it is set in the 70's it is still very relevant today. my over all rating 9/10

this was worth a visit. AMAZING :)

We went to see it with our GCSE Drama group. The effects within the play helped us profoundly with our coursework and our workshop examination.
It intrigued us as performers and was extremely amazing to have the chance to be given such great ideas!