From award-winning writer and director Joe O'Byrne comes a powerful new tale filled with mystery, humour and suspense.
Set around a graffiti-covered bench beside a war memorial, sixteen lives collide over the course of one year. From thieves and clairvoyants to veterans, widows and ghosts, every character brings their own story, secrets and struggles to Paradise Heights.
Haunting, funny and deeply human, The Bench explores love, loss and the damage people can do to one another, all leading towards a shocking murder.
✨ What to expect:
👻 Mystery & suspense
🎭 Powerful character-driven storytelling
😂 Dark humour & emotional moments
🔍 Twists, secrets & supernatural elements
📅 Dates: Thursday 28th – Saturday 30th May 2026
⏰ Times: Various performances available
📍 Location: Octagon Theatre
💷 Price: £22
👥 Age Guidance: 16+
⚠️ Content Notice: Adult language and themes
The Bench: A Tale from Paradise Heights | Octagon Bolton