Private Peaceful 2026 - SECRET SEATS

What are Secret Seats?

• Test your luck and get a bargain. With a secret seat you will find out on the day which seat you have. You may be in the Upper Circle, or you could end up in the Stalls!
• Secret seats can go on sale at any time, but usually are available a month prior to the opening night.
• When you book, you will receive a voucher to exchange at the theatre on the day of the performance.

Terms & Conditions

• All seats will be sold as unreserved – like a lottery, you could be in any seat in the auditorium. You may get the best seats in the house, you may be in a restricted view seat.
• Max 4 per booking (seats not guaranteed together)
• Secret Seats tickets will go off sale at midnight the day before each performance
• Non-refundable. Exchangeable only for an upgrade.

Joshua Beaumont and Matthew Emeny for The Production Garden in association with Exeter Northcott

Based on the novel by Michael Morpurgo
Adapted and Directed by Simon Reade 
Performed by Benjamin Cain

After captivating audiences worldwide, Private Peaceful  returns to the stage with fresh energy and timeless power.

From Michael Morpurgo—beloved author of War Horse—comes the unforgettable story of Tommo Peaceful. On the eve of battle, Tommo looks back over the events that shaped his life: the warmth of family, the innocence of first love, and the deep bond with his brother that carries him through the horrors of war.

In this acclaimed one-person tour de force, adapted and directed by Simon Reade, a single actor conjures an entire world of characters, landscapes, and emotions. At once heartwarming and heartbreaking, Private Peaceful is both a moving family drama and a powerful reminder of the human cost of war.

Making his professional debut, rising star Benjamin Cain - a recent graduate of the BA Professional Acting course at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School - takes on the demanding solo role of Tommo Peaceful, bringing a compelling performance to this celebrated production. 

Lauded across the globe as an international smash hit, this production now embarks on a bold new chapter.