James Rowland: Team Viking
Ten years ago, my best friend Tom was diagnosed with heart cancer and given three months to live. His last wish was to be given a Viking burial. So I gave him one.
★★★★★
"Joyous- heartlifting and incredibly moving"
The Stage
Premiering in 2016, Team Viking was a breakout hit: critically acclaimed, totally sold out and has performed hundreds of times across the world. Ten years on, this modern classic returns for a special anniversary – as funny, raw and joyful as ever.
★★★★★
"Sometimes stories are better than real life"
Wee Review
Blending theatre, music, comedy and even a genuine Viking helmet* this ode to friendship, death and really committing to the bit is a story you have to hear to believe.
★★★★★
"A reminder that life really is for the living."
Fest
*bought in a genuine Viking costume shop
Reviews
Sometimes stories are better than real life - Peter Munro, The Wee Review
As accomplished storytelling as you could hope to see… joyous. - Natasha Tripney, The Stage
a virtuoso display of post-modern storytelling - Gareth K Vile, The List
Masterful… One mighty, passionate epic - David Pollock, The Scotsman
Real grief, still raw; real heart, still healing… beautifully calibrated. - Matt Trueman, Fest
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Presenter
Presented by: Salam & Holohan
Salam & Holohan Productions brings together award-winning producers Qasim Salam and Laoise Holohan, united by a passion for original and diverse performance. Formed in 2025, we develop and tour distinctive voices across comedy, theatre and storytelling - delivering each project with creativity, efficiency and care. Between us, we’ve worked with Al Murray, Julia Masli, Jordan Gray, Sophie Duker, Flo & Joan, Richard Herring, James Rowland, Jonny & the Baptists, Russell Howard, Viggo Venn and Matt Forde. Recent highlights include Sam Nicoresti’s Edinburgh Comedy Award-winning sold-out run, and The Horse of Jenin and Palestine: Peace de Resistance, together recognised with five awards in 2025. With a growing international outlook, we champion artists with bold ideas and big hearts.Social media
1 Venue
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The Hetzel Room at The Courtyard of Curiosities at the State Library
North Terrace, Adelaide, Kaurna
- Step-free mobility aid access through the main entrance with an accessible bathroom.
- Venue is 18+ but minors may attend with a parent or legal guardian
Suitability & warnings
Please note
Bereavement and loss
Accessibility
- High audio content
