The Highgate Vampire

The Highgate Vampire is a dark comedy play inspired by real events, following a demon-hunting priest and an undead-slaying tobacconist in 1970s London.

Dates: 08 Oct 2026 to 10 Oct 2026

London, 1970. Something horrifying stalks the streets of the city: a creature with blazing red eyes that drains the life from all who cross its path.

A demon-hunting priest and his sworn enemy—a tobacconist by day and vanquisher of the undead by night—form an uneasy alliance to destroy London’s own vampire. Both are drawn to the dark heart of Highgate, and the tale unfolds as a chilling, comedic lecture in theatrical storytelling.

Based on real events, Bag of Beard Theatre presents an ink-dark comedy that asks what would happen if The Woman in Black were performed by The Mighty Boosh.

Praise for Bag of Beard:

• ????? Theatre Weekly – “A company at the forefront of contemporary theatre”
• ????? London Pub Theatres – “A five star night at the theatre”
• ????? London Living Large – “Exceptionally rewarding and brilliantly performed entertainment”
• ????? Broadway World – “A thought-provoking, accomplished production”