The Barn Theatre promises 'razor-sharp' political satire as Yes, Prime Minister takes the stage

Yes, Prime Minister – the prequel to the 2023 hit show which transferred to the West End – takes the Barn Theatre stage this summer, promising sharp political satire and 'laugh-out-loud logic'.

By Chloe Gorman  |  Published
Simon Rouse and Clive Francis in I'm Sorry, Prime Minister. Image  Michael Wharley.
Yes, Prime Minister is the highly anticipated prequel to Barn Theatre's popular 2023 production, I'm Sorry, Prime Minister, which enjoyed a West End run and UK tour earlier this year. Image © Michael Warley.

Bringing two much-loved and endlessly entertaining characters back to the Barn Theatre for the first time since 2023, Yes, Prime Minister is a show that fans of satirical comedy definitely don't want to miss. 

What to expect from Yes, Prime Minister at Barn Theatre?

From financial crises to corruption and party infighting, new PM Jim Hacker has a lot to contend with at Chequers. With his cabinet secretary, Sir Humphrey Appleby, seemingly out to get him and a civil service he's not sure he can trust, audiences will be on the edge of their seats as Jim tries to secure a high stakes loan and save the economy – as well as his own skin!

The prequel to The Barn Theatre's hit 2023 show I'm Sorry, Prime Minister – which enjoyed a run on the West End and a UK tour earlier this year – Yes, Prime Minister promises 'razor-sharp wit' and 'laugh-out-loud logic', in a show which is both faithful to the classic comedy and its beloved characters, while being completely relevant to the modern politics of today.

When is Yes, Prime Minister at Barn Theatre?

Yes, Prime Minister is at the Barn Theatre from Friday 28 August until Saturday 3 October 2026. 

How much are tickets to Yes, Prime Minister at Barn Theatre?

For adults aged 16 and over, tickets cost from £19 each for the first two weeks of the run, rising to from £22 up to £52.50 thereafter. 

Programmes are 20 per cent off when you buy online in advance, too. 

How to book tickets to Yes, Prime Minister at Barn Theatre

To book tickets, visit barntheatre.org.uk/yes-prime-minister.

Event

Yes, Prime Minister at Barn Theatre

Venue

Barn Theatre

Dates

Friday 28 August to Saturday 3 October 2026

Times

2.30pm, 4pm or 7.30pm depending on the date

Admission

Tickets cost from £19 for the first two weeks of the run, rising to from £22 thereafter

Telephone

01285 648255

In partnership with Barn Theatre  |  barntheatre.org.uk

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