Ridgefield Playhouse Broadcasts THE HOUSE Live from National Theatre Today

An energetic and critically-acclaimed new play by James Graham strips British politics down to the practical realities of those behind the scenes who roll up their sleeves to get anything done. This House, presented by Britain's National Theatre Live, will be broadcast Live in HD at The Ridgefield Playhouse today, June 22, at 6:30 p.m. It's 1974 and the corridors of Westminster ring with the sound of infighting and backbiting as Britain's political parties battle to change the future of the nation, whatever it takes. In this hung parliament, the ruling party holds on by a thread. Votes are won and lost by one, fistfights erupt in the bars, and ill MPs (Members of Parliament) are hauled in to cast their votes. This event is supported by Starbucks Coffee.

It's a time when a staggering number of politicians die, and age-old traditions and allegiances are thrown aside in the struggle for power.This House demonstrates the practical realities of politicians who have to roll up their sleeves and, on occasion, bend the rules to maneuver a diverse and conflicting chorus of MPs within the Mother of all Parliaments.

For tickets ($25 adults, $20 seniors/members, $15 students, $18 series), call the box office at (203) 438-5795, or order online at ridgefieldplayhouse.org. The Ridgefield Playhouse is a not-for-profit performing arts center located at 80 East Ridge, parallel to Main Street, Ridgefield, CT.