Students at The King’s School will be marking the centenary of the First World War with an adaptation of the musical Oh What a Lovely War.

The production, at the school's Vanbrugh Theatre from March 12-15, is an entertaining and powerful commentary on the events of the war, built upon the songs that ordinary British soldiers sang during it.

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The play begins with the depiction of the diplomatic manoeuvrings and events involving those in authority, set in a fantasy location far from the trenches.

Stanley Parker and David Cao in Oh What A Lovely War at The King's School
Stanley Parker and David Cao in Oh What A Lovely War at The King's School

The cast includes 39  students, a live band and will feature familiar songs such as  It’s A Long Way to Tipperary and  Pack up your Travels in Your Old Kit Bag .

Tickets can be booked online at 

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