Written by Barry McStay (Vespertilio), and directed by Tom Ratcliffe (Fame Whore), Breeding is a funny, moving drama which premiered in 2023 to critical acclaim and returned this year to the The King’s Head by popular demand. The play follows a gay couple on the road to adoption, and explores queer parenthood whilst asking how far you would go to build a perfect family.
Check out our review round-up below! You can catch breeding at The Kings Head Theatre until April 14th 2024.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Theatre News
“Breeding is a triumphant play that questions the natural human right to parenthood”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Adventures in Theatreland
“If you get the chance to see one play this spring, it should be Breeding.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Youngish Perspective
“Breeding dissects the journey of queer parenthood with brutally honest, painful clarity.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Arts Dispatch
“I hope Breeding has a long successful life ahead of it.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐ All that Dazzles
“Breeding is a stellar piece of writing performed by a brilliant cast who more-than do the narrative justice.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐ London Pub Theatres
“Returning to the King’s Head Theatre after an acclaimed first run in 2023, Breeding by Barry McStay has elevated itself, with a few tweaks, to a powerhouse piece of theatre.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Curtain Call Reviews
“Breeding packs in a ton of humour, and also carries hope, heartbreak, longing and loss. It is superbly written and expertly delivered.”
Agency Client Barry McStay is represented by Maeve Bolger.