Mathew Horne to Star in Oasis vs Blur Britpop Comedy - The Battle

Mathew Horne to star in Oasis vs Blur Britpop comedy - The Battle

Initial casting has been revealed for The Battle, a new stage comedy by screenwriter and novelist John Niven, co-presented by Melting Pot and Birmingham Rep.

Brand new Blur vs Oasis Britpop play with Gavin & Stacey star is coming to Manchester

The legendary Blur vs Oasis rivalry comes to the Manchester Opera House in 2026 – don't miss this hilarious and unforgettable comedy starring Mathew Horne! The post Brand new Blur vs Oasis Britpop play with Gavin & Stacey star is coming to Manchester appeared first on I Love Manchester.

Blur and Oasis Comedy to Star Matthew Horne

A new theatrical comedy about the chart battle between Blur and Oasis will star Matthew Horne – best known for his leading role in Gavin and Stacey. Opening at Birmingham Rep in February 2026 ahead of a major UK tour and a West End run, The Battle is a blistering and darkly funny exploration of fame, ego, and the cultural clashes of 1990s Britain. The Battle offers an electrifying window into a moment that defined a generation – and changed the …