Mark Brailsford

Award winning actor/writer/director. Founder of The Treason Show and artistic director of Brighton Shakespeare Company. Lifelong Seagulls fan.

[Mark Brailsford @MarkBrailsford]

A story of family, friends & 125 years of #BHAFC @TheatreRoyalBTN this Sep!

[Stand Or Fall The Play @StandorFallplay]

Football has its highs, its lows, its heartbreaks and its celebrations. ⚽️

Stand or Fall the Play captures all of it, the passion, the pride, the moments when everything feels lost, and the moments when we rise again.

@TheatreRoyalBTN
23-26 September

🎟️ https://t.co/5vzzRtC5yo

📸 Paul Hazlewood

[Brighton & Hove Albion Supporters Club @BHASC1]

Such a good show, I'm coming again tomorrow.
If you have FOMO get yourself along here.
You absolutely won't regret it

[Brian Owen @Brian__Owen]

In 2033, will we laugh at the fact we laughed now?
Last two performances of this today.
Well worth getting along to if you love Brighton (club and/or city). #bhafc
https://t.co/kscUVytv72

[Stand Or Fall The Play @StandorFallplay]

Our roving reporter, Sam Hart caught up with people as they came out after opening night of Stand Or Fall the Play and the verdict was pretty clear… THEY LOVED IT! 👏⚽️

So many brilliant reactions, big smiles and plenty of love for the cast, the story and the show.

What a way to kick off the run! ❤️💙

🎭 Stand Or Fall the Play is on at Theatre Royal Brighton until tomorrow.

#StandOrFall #Brighton #BrightonAndHoveAlbion #TheatreRoyalBrighton #OpeningNight #BHAFC #Football #BrightonTheatre

[Stand Or Fall The Play @StandorFallplay]

🎭 ONLY TWO MORE CHANCES TO SEE STAND OR FALL THE PLAY! 💙

The incredible run of Stand Or Fall the Play comes to an end today at Theatre Royal Brighton.

If you haven’t seen it yet, there are just TWO performances left to experience the story, the football, the laughs and the emotion on stage.

🎟️ Don’t miss it!

#StandOrFall #BrightonAndHoveAlbion #TheatreRoyalBrighton #BHAFC #Brighton #Seagulls

[Stand Or Fall The Play @StandorFallplay]

🎭⚽ From the football club to the stage…

Producer Ian Hart talked to Sky Sports about Stand Or Fall the Play, the story behind the show and the incredible journey Brighton & Hove Albion has been on over the years.

From the club’s history and the people who helped shape it, to bringing those stories to life on stage, this is the story behind the story.

🎬 Have a watch and hear from Ian about why Stand Or Fall the Play means so much to everyone involved.

#StandOrFall #BHAFC #BrightonAndHoveAlbion #SkySports #Brighton #TheatreRoyalBrighton #Seagulls #Football #BrightonTheatre

[Tony Pickett @tonjpick]

Brilliant show @BHAFC @StandorFallplay @TheatreRoyalBTN 💙🤍

[Mark Brailsford @MarkBrailsford]

Another lovely review of @StandorFallplay 2 shows today then its all over! #BHAFC

[Brighton & Hove News @bhcitynews]

Albion’s fairytale rise inspires a home win on a grand stage https://t.co/gwZV8vwT6a

[Stand Or Fall The Play @StandorFallplay]

🎭⚽️ BEFORE CURTAIN UP…

Brighton & Hove Albion owner Tony Bloom spoke to Sky Sports ahead of the opening of Stand or Fall the Play, sharing his thoughts on the play, the history of the club and the stories that have shaped Albion over the years.

From the difficult days to the journey that brought the club to where it is today, Stand or Fall the Play celebrates the people, moments and memories that make Brighton more than just a football club.

A very special moment before the curtain went up at Theatre Royal Brighton. 💙

#StandOrFall #BHAFC #BrightonAndHoveAlbion #TonyBloom #SkySports #TheatreRoyalBrighton #Seagulls

[Stand Or Fall The Play @StandorFallplay]

The reviews are in… and they’ve got us feeling VERY emotional. 💙⚽️

From laughter and tears to pride, memories and plenty of Brighton spirit, it’s been incredible seeing the reaction to Stand or Fall the Play

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who has come along, supported the show and shared their thoughts. ❤️

If you’ve seen it, what did you think? 👇

And if you haven’t… there’s still time! 🎭

📍 Theatre Royal Brighton
📅 Until 26 September

#StandOrFall #BHAFC #BrightonAndHoveAlbion #Seagulls #TheatreRoyalBrighton #Brighton #BrightonFans #Albionfamily #Football #Theatre

[Mark Brailsford @MarkBrailsford]

@SianJasper @Treason_Show Thanks Sian!

[Mark Brailsford @MarkBrailsford]

A brilliant review from Brian at The Argus. Overjoyed with how the play has been received. Can't wait to do it again for 4 more shows! #BHAFC

[Brian Owen @Brian__Owen]

Mark Brailsford didn't run to the fans and punch the air three times, Hurzeler style, at end of Stand Or Fall's triumphant opening night.
It was one of the few Albion references NOT there.
But he might have felt like it. #bhafc
https://t.co/kscUVytv72

[Brian Owen @Brian__Owen]

Night two of Stand Or Fall is less than two hours away.
I'd imagine this is the toughest night to sell but I'm sure anyone who was there last night will tell you it is worth getting along to the Theatre Royal if you can. #bhafc

[Stand Or Fall The Play @StandorFallplay]

A few moments from the stage of Stand Or Fall the Play ⚽️🎭

From the highs and lows of football to the stories, characters and relationships that sit behind the game, this production brings Brighton’s football story to life in a way that’s funny, emotional and very relatable.

And with an audience packed with Brighton fans, football lovers and theatre-goers, there’s been a brilliant atmosphere at Theatre Royal Brighton.

📍 Theatre Royal Brighton
📅 Playing until Saturday 26 September

If you haven’t seen it yet, there are still chances to get your tickets and experience Stand Or Fall the Play for yourself.

🎟️ Don’t miss it.

📸 Photos: Csenge Fodor

#StandOrFall #Brighton #BHAFC #BrightonAndHoveAlbion #TheatreRoyalBrighton #BrightonFans #Football #FootballTheatre #BrightonTheatre

[Glen Furminger @Biggafferglen7]

Went last night ..we absolutely loved it ...poignant at times and also bloody funny....what an incredible story..UTFA.
@StandorFallplay

[Mark Brailsford @MarkBrailsford]

What an opening night for Stand or Fall the Play! I am so delighted, happy, overwhelmed with the response! Everyone from fans, to ex players, to Tony himself seemed to have a brilliant time. 4 shows left to catch it. #BHAFC

[Stand Or Fall The Play @StandorFallplay]

OPENING NIGHT 🎭⚽️❤️

What a night for Stand or Fall the Play at Theatre Royal Brighton!

The curtain is up, the first audience has had their say and what a privilege it was to celebrate opening night surrounded by some absolute Brighton & Hove Albion legends and with Tony Bloom there to support the play too. 💙🤍

A brilliant night celebrating football, Brighton, the stories behind the club and the people who make it what it is.

And, of course, plenty of very proud faces backstage and in the theatre! ❤️

Here are a few photos from a very special opening night.

Stand or Fall the Play is on at Theatre Royal Brighton until Saturday 26 September.

If you haven’t got your tickets yet… what are you waiting for? 🎟️

#StandOrFall #BrightonAndHoveAlbion #BHAFC #Brighton #TheatreRoyalBrighton #Seagulls #OpeningNight #BrightonTheatre

[Brett Mendoza💙 @BrettMendoza_]

What a show it was. Really emotional, funny, tear jerking, nostalgic and uplifting!

No spoilers, but really enjoyed it.

A great trip down memory lane...

[Mark Brailsford @MarkBrailsford]

@BrettMendoza_ @StandorFallplay Thanks Brett, so glad you enjoyed it!

[Brett Mendoza💙 @BrettMendoza_]

Well that was rather good. All the emotions. Loved it.

@StandorFallplay

[Mark Brailsford @MarkBrailsford]

@SammyTheSnake25 @StandorFallplay Thanks Sam!

[Sam Hart @SammyTheSnake25]

Stand or Fall the play…

Wow. Exceeded my expectations. A brilliant story about generations of families supporting their club, and the emotional rollercoaster that is following Brighton & Hove Albion.

Get your tickets before it’s too late! 💙

@StandorFallplay #bhafc