‘John’ at Guild Hall

A screening of the National Theatre Live presentation of “John,” a work conceived and directed by Lloyd Newson and produced by London’s DV8 Physical Theatre, will take place at Guild Hall Saturday at 8 p.m.

DV8 Physical Theatre has produced 18 highly acclaimed dance-theater works and four films for television. The company’s new production, “John,” authentically depicts real-life stories, combining movement and spoken word to create an intense theatrical experience.

Mr. Newson, DV8’s artistic director, interviewed more than 50 men, asking them frank questions, initially about love and sex. One of those men was John, whose years of crime, drug use, and struggling to survive inspired the production.

“John” contains adult themes, strong language, and nudity and is not suitable for viewers under 16, according to Guild Hall. Tickets are $18, $16 for members.