The cast of Roy Williams’ Sucker Punch have arrived in Wolverhampton, with the city’s iconic stage transformed into a boxing ring for the performances.

The revival of the play is on its first major UK tour as part of theatre network Theatre Nation Partnerships made up of theatres and creative organisations across the country and the National Theatre.

Two best mates, Leon and Troy, have spent their youth growing up in a boxing gym, figuring out a place in the world, vying for the approval of Charlie, their trainer. Soon Leon and Becky, Charlie’s daughter, are trying to keep a big secret. In a ruthless world. But there can only be one winner, and it’s time everyone stepped into the ring to face up to who they really are…

The tender, bruising and funny play by leading British playwright Roy Williams, brilliantly explores being young and black in the 80s.

Transforming the stage into a boxing ring, this revival of Sucker Punch is set to be a thrillingly staged spectacle of blood, sweat and tears with an electrifying soundtrack.

Sucker Punch shows at Wolverhampton Grand until 16 June. Tickets are on sale here.