The Bounds
The Annie Russell Theatre鈥檚 production of聽The Bounds聽marks the聽North American premiere聽of a genre-bending dark comedy, fresh from London鈥檚 Royal Court Theatre. The play opens in rural England, 1553: two villagers linger at the far edge of a football match, stranded on the sidelines of both the game and a nation struggling to define itself. Desperate to matter, yet kept frustratingly distant from the action, they wait 鈥� watching, speculating, and slipping deeper into uncertainty. The Bounds becomes a haunting meditation on power, belonging, and the uneasy pull of forces beyond our control. What happens when we are left watching as history unfolds without us?
October 22 - 25, 2026
Annie Russell Theatre
Written by Stewart Pringle
Directed by Tony Morton
Performance Dates & Times
Thursday, October 22 at 7:30pm
Friday, October 23 at 7:30pm
Saturday, October 24 at 2pm*
Saturday, October 24 at 7:30pm
Sunday, October 25 at 4pm
Make The Bounds part of a great year of theatre and dance!
*There will be a talkback with the creative team immediately following this performance.
Know Before You Go
What are the content and sensory advisories for this production?
The Bounds聽contains vulgar language, violence, including gun violence, death, and references to religious discrimination and violence against women. This production contains loud and sudden noises, screams, fog, and flashing lights.
How long is the show?
The Bounds lasts approximately 90 minutes, with no intermission.
Which performance of The Bounds offers American Sign Language interpretation?
The Saturday, October 24 evening performance of The Bounds at 7:30pm will offer American Sign Language interpretation. When booking your tickets, please select the seats labeled, "ASL Seating (Choose if you need accommodations)."
Which performance of The Bounds offers audio description for blind and low-vision patrons?
The Saturday, October 24 matinee performance of The Bounds at 2pm will offer live audio description. Please contact the box office at (407) 646-2145 to book your seats.
How can I chat with someone to learn more about the show?
Email boxoffice@rollins.edu or call (407) 646-2145.