The best theatre to stream this month: the rollicking return of One Man, Two Guvnors

For the most hilarious and side-splitting theatre experience this month, look no further than Richard Bean's 'One Man, Two Guvnors'. The riotous farce, which relocated 18th-century Venice to a British seaside town in the 1960s, is back on the streaming platform NT at Home from January 13.

First screened during the first lockdown in 2020, this James Corden-starring show has already captivated an audience of over two million viewers. Whether you're watching it with a bowl of soup or "winerama!", this farce remains one of the best theatre experiences globally available.

If you're more in the mood for glitz and glamour, then 'Big Night of Musicals by the National Lottery' is an event not to be missed. Featuring stars like Carrie Hope Fletcher as Calamity Jane and Billy Porter, this musical extravaganza boasts spectacular songs from some of the biggest shows of 2025.

For those who prefer a darker experience, 'The Unquiet Podcast: Stories for Dark Nights' may be just what you need. Adapted from E Nesbit's gothic tale "The Mass for the Dead", this audio drama promises to send shivers down your spine with its eerie sound design and music by Max Pappenheim.

For a short yet enchanting respite, 'Les Patineurs' is an elegant 2010 recording of Frederick Ashton's ballet, showcasing the elite Royal Ballet dancers. Catch this entrancing 30-minute winter warmer from Royal Ballet and Opera Stream.

This month also brings some other notable productions. 'Breaking Bach' charts the collaboration between choreographer Kim Brandstrup and the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, which incorporates breakdancing to introduce young audiences to JS Bach's work. You can catch this film on MarqueeTV.

A recent production of 'Much Ado About Nothing' at Canada's Stratford festival is also available from the Stratfest@Home platform. Director Chris Abraham has woven in new scenes by feminist playwright Erin Shields, giving Hero a greater inner life and agency.

Lastly, the musical 'Next to Normal', which won a Pulitzer prize in 2010 for its portrayal of mental illness, will be available on National Theatre at Home following its West End transfer.

For those who enjoy murder mysteries, 'Murder at Midnight' is available throughout January from Original Theatre, starring Jason Durr in this new comedy thriller by Torben Betts.
 
๐Ÿคฉ I'm so stoked for the new theatre releases on streaming platforms this month! "One Man, Two Guvnors" is literally hilarious and I've already binge-watched it ๐Ÿ“บ - James Corden's comedic genius shines through in this farce. And if you're a musical fan like me, "Big Night of Musicals by the National Lottery" has some amazing performers like Carrie Hope Fletcher and Billy Porter ๐ŸŽค!

But, gotta say, I'm intrigued by "The Unquiet Podcast: Stories for Dark Nights". Gothic vibes and eerie sound design are giving me chills ๐ŸŒ‘๏ธ. And, who doesn't love a good ballet? "Les Patineurs" is so elegant and enchanting ๐Ÿ’ƒ.

And, have you seen the collaborations between breakdancing and JS Bach's work in "Breaking Bach"? It sounds like a fusion of art and music that I need to check out ๐ŸŽต. And, for all you Shakespeare fans, the Stratfest@Home production of "Much Ado About Nothing" with new scenes by Erin Shields is giving me hope for a more diverse representation of heroines ๐Ÿ‘‘.

Last but not least, "Murder at Midnight" looks like a wild comedy thriller that I need to watch ๐Ÿคฃ. With all these amazing releases, January is shaping up to be an epic month for theatre lovers! ๐ŸŽญ
 
OMG, I'm SOOOO hyped for the NT at Home streaming platform ๐Ÿคฉ! They have so many awesome productions coming up and I've already seen 'One Man, Two Guvnors' back in 2020 when it was first shown during lockdown ๐Ÿ˜‚... that James Corden is a genius! And now they're having 'Big Night of Musicals by the National Lottery' ๐ŸŽ‰... Carrie Hope Fletcher as Calamity Jane? Yaaas, I need to see that ASAP! ๐Ÿ’–
 
Ugh, another month where we're all forced to stay indoors and indulge in the theatre ๐Ÿคฃ. I mean, who doesn't love a good farce about 18th-century Venice? 'One Man, Two Guvnors' is like a warm bowl of soup for your funny bone - it's comforting, but also super cheesy . If you're feeling fancy, 'Big Night of Musicals by the National Lottery' is like a glitter bomb for your eyeballs. And if darkness is more your thing, 'The Unquiet Podcast: Stories for Dark Nights' will give you all the chills... and not in a good way ๐Ÿ˜….

I'm also intrigued by 'Breaking Bach', who knew breakdancing could introduce JS Bach's work to young audiences? It's like the world needs more of that. And 'Murder at Midnight' sounds like a funny thriller, I'm down to give it a try... for my own entertainment purposes only . Anyways, there's something for everyone this month, so go ahead and indulge in some theatre time, but don't say I didn't warn you about the cheesy bits ๐ŸŽญ.
 
omg u gotta check out these theatre vids ๐Ÿคฃ!! one man two guvnors is literally the best farce ever & i've already seen it lol but now its back on nt at home so i'm defo gonna rewatch it with a bowl of soup again . and have u heard of big night of musicals by the national lottery?? carrie hope fletcher & billy porter are in it & the songs are SOOO good ๐ŸŽถ

but if ur feeling dark & eerie then ther's this amazing podcast called "the unquiet podcast" that'll give u chills . its based on an e Nesbit book & the sound design is insane ๐Ÿ”Š

and les patineurs is like the perfect winter warmer - so elegant & beautiful ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿป. and i just saw a vid of breaking bach with breakdancing in it & its literally mind blown ๐Ÿคฏ

anyway, gotta say, these vids r all soooo good & theres something for everyone . even if ur not into theatre, u should defo check them out ๐Ÿ˜Š
 
๐Ÿค” I'm so down for catching up on some theatre shows this month! It's amazing to see how 'One Man, Two Guvnors' still holds up with its ridiculous antics and James Corden's charm ๐Ÿคฃ. And if you're in the mood for something a bit more serious, 'Much Ado About Nothing' with that new twist by Erin Shields sounds really interesting ๐Ÿ”ฅ. I'm also intrigued by 'Murder at Midnight', Jason Durr is hilarious ๐Ÿ˜‚. Can't wait to binge-watch some of these shows on my couch ๐Ÿฟ๐Ÿ‘
 
omg u guys! i'm literally so stoked for the NT @ home shows this month ๐Ÿคฉ especially 'One Man, Two Guvnors' - it's like, my fave show ever! i saw james corden live and he was hilarious!!! ๐Ÿคฃ i've already watched 'One Man, Two Guvnors' 5 times and i'm still not tired of it lol. also, 'Big Night of Musicals by the National Lottery' is going to be so epic!! carrie hope fletcher as calamity jane is giving me LIFE ๐Ÿ’– can't wait to belt out those musical numbers in my room ๐ŸŽค
 
๐Ÿ˜Š i just saw that 'One Man, Two Guvnors' is back on streaming ๐Ÿ“บ and i'm super excited! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ it's one of my fave shows ever - the mix of farce and music is just pure gold ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿป. and they have some amazing other options too... like 'Big Night of Musicals' which sounds like an absolute blast ๐ŸŽ‰. but what really caught my eye was 'The Unquiet Podcast: Stories for Dark Nights' ๐ŸŒ‘ it's been a while since i've listened to anything spooky, so this might be just what i need to get me in the mood for winter โ„๏ธ. has anyone else seen any of these? ๐Ÿ˜Š
 
omg u guys i am SO hyped for the NT at Home lineup this month ๐Ÿคฉ i've already seen one man, two guvnors and it's like the best thing since sliced bread! i mean i know some ppl might say its a bit corny but like who cares lol? james corden is hilarious and the whole show is just so cleverly written. and can we talk about big night of musicals by the national lottery tho?! carrie hope fletcher as calamity jane is giving me LIFE ๐ŸŽค๐Ÿ”ฅ i've been listening to the music nonstop and i'm literally counting down the days till it goes live
 
๐Ÿคฃ I'm so down for 'One Man, Two Guvnors' on NT at Home! I've seen it live and it's literally the most side-splitting thing ever ๐Ÿ˜‚. And can we talk about the music for a sec? 'Big Night of Musicals by the National Lottery' sounds like an absolute banger ๐ŸŽถ. But, you know what's even better than watching these shows? Being able to pause them whenever I feel like it and come back later with a cuppa โ˜•๏ธ. And who needs live theatre when you can have your own personal 'winerama' at home? ๐Ÿ˜‰
 
omg u guys have to check out "One Man, Two Guvnors" on NT at Home ๐Ÿคฃ it's literally the most side-splitting show ever! i was laughing so hard while watching it with my friends at home. anyway, if u r more into musicals then u gotta watch "Big Night of Musicals by the National Lottery" ๐ŸŽถ it's got stars like Carrie Hope Fletcher and Billy Porter and it's literally spectacular! ๐Ÿ‘
 
I'm stoked they're bringing back 'One Man, Two Guvnors' to NT@Home ๐Ÿคฃ! I mean, it's a classic farce that still manages to crack me up after all these years. The James Corden cast was a big part of its success, and I'm curious to see how the new adaptation holds up. But, gotta say, some of the other options sound pretty tempting too ๐Ÿ˜Š. 'Big Night of Musicals' with Carrie Hope Fletcher and Billy Porter? Yes, please! ๐ŸŽญ And if you're in the mood for something spooky, 'The Unquiet Podcast: Stories for Dark Nights' has been getting some buzz - not sure what to expect, but I love a good eerie vibe ๐Ÿ”ฎ. On the other hand, 'Les Patineurs' sounds like just the ticket for when I need a quick winter pick-me-up โ„๏ธ. What about you guys, which one are you most looking forward to?
 
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