Win tickets to see Sidney Poitier drama Retrograde, plus an overnight stay for two at The Clermont, London

This month one reader will win a pair of tickets to see Retrograde, plus a pre-theatre meal and overnight stay at The Clermont, Charing Cross for two people.

★★★★★ ‘The finest new play about a pivotal moment in civil rights history’ The Telegraph

Following its sold out run at the Kiln Theatre, Ryan Calais Cameron‘s ‘electrifying’ (Evening Standard) Retrograde is playing at the Apollo Theatre for a strictly limited run.

Set ten years before Sidney Poitier became the first black man to win the Oscar for Best Actor, this gripping drama captures the moment the young actor prepares to sign a career-defining Hollywood contract that could make him a star. Will he put his career before his principles? In a time of betrayals, will he name names? Will he sign his life away?

Inspired by real events, this ‘exceptional’ (The Guardian) play directed by the Kiln Theatre’s artistic director Amit Sharma, features Ivanno Jeremiah (Constellations) reprising his ‘tremendous’ (Time Out) performance as Sidney Poitier, opposite Stanley Townsend (Netflix’s Kaos) and Oliver Johnstone (Antigone).

Retrograde follows Ryan’s smash hit 'modern masterpiece’ (The Sunday Times) For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy – so good it sold out twice – cementing his place as ‘one of theatre’s most thrilling voices’ (Independent).  

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The Clermont, Charing Cross

Enjoy a refreshing return to what every hotel stay should be – flawless comfort, thoughtfully delivered. The Clermont delivers exceptional hospitality and service, with a warm and distinctly human touch, every time. Its Grade II-listed building combines ornate period charm with all the modern comforts you’d expect.

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Retrograde is coming to the Apollo Theatre from 8 March for a strictly limited run. Tickets cost from £20 and you can watch the trailer here.

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Terms & conditions: This competition closes on 28 February 2025. One subscriber will win a pair of tickets to see Retrograde at the Apollo Theatre, pre-theatre meal and overnight stay for two people in one twin or double room with breakfast at The Clermont, Charing Cross. The prize is valid for all performances until 31 May 2025, subject to availability. Exclusions may apply. Any additional expenses incurred are the responsibility of the winner. Travel not included. No cash alternative available to any elements of the prize pool.