Immersive Viking play returns to Barley Hall

Are the Vikings as different to 21^st century folk as you might initially expect? 

That’s one of the questions explored in Jorvik Immersive Theatre, which is returning to York’s Barley Hall for a series of performances across the summer.

The show has sold-out for both its previous performances at Barley Hall, with audiences loving the unique and intimate setting for the story of Ubbe Ragnarson, son of the legendary Ragnar Lothbrok.

He faces the burden of power, legacy, and a fateful encounter with Odin himself in the aftermath of The Great Viking Army claiming victory over the Anglian settlement of Eoforwic in AD866. 

Each evening’s performance will be subtly different, as audience interaction helps shape the show – expect compelling storytelling, thrilling combat and lively music.

“Barley Hall’s Great Hall is a wonderfully atmospheric space, with its high table, central fireplace and wonderfully high roof, making this a unique venue for the show – but one which adds to the atmosphere.

“Each show has a limited number of tickets – the audience will feel as though they are part of the performance, and at times they are.” comments events manager, Richard Jones of York Archaeology.

The play is written by Hull-based Charlie Blanshard, and performed by Charlie and Oliver Strong.  Having enjoyed amazing reviews during its national tour, and sell-out shows during JORVIK Viking Festival, it returns to the city which inspired the story.