In July 1995, alone in his cramped study, among thousands of showbusiness artefacts, film stock and memories the comic legend Bob Monkhouse realises his treasured joke books have been stolen. This is something of a disaster in the world of the obsessive performer and joke-smith. As the reality of the situation sinks in, he is forced into an uneasy introspection. The Man Called Monkhouse traces his life through a difficult childhood, via the vertiginous heights of television superstardom, the dent in his status during the 'new wave' comedy of the late '80s and finishes with a re-born Bob, back on TV and finally feted as the comic genius he undoubtedly was.
D.E.M. Productions presents Philip Ridley's critically acclaimed play in a bold new interpretation by director Max Barton. This new production of Piranha Heights follows the recent revival of Ridley's Ghost From A Perfect Place (Arcola, September 2014). Piranha Heights also launches Stewart Pringle's first season as artistic director at the iconic Old Red Lion Theatre.
D.E.M. Productions presents Philip Ridley's critically acclaimed play in a bold new interpretation by director Max Barton. This new production of Piranha Heights follows the recent revival of Ridley's Ghost From A Perfect Place (Arcola, September 2014). Piranha Heights also launches Stewart Pringle's first season as artistic director at the iconic Old Red Lion Theatre.
Last night (25 March 2014) the world stage premiere of James Dearden's Fatal Attraction opened at the Theatre Royal Haymarket, directed by Trevor Nunn. With a cast led by Natascha McElhone as Alex Forrest with Mark Bazeley as Dan Gallagher and Kristin Davis as his wife Beth, Fatal Attraction is booking to 21 June 2014.
Trevor Nunn directs a cast led by Natascha McElhone as Alex Forrest with Mark Bazeley as Dan Gallagher and Kristin Davis as his wife Beth, in the world stage premiere of Fatal Attraction written by James Dearden, opening at the Theatre Royal Haymarket on 25 March 2014, with previews from 11 March.
Trevor Nunn directs a cast is led by Natascha McElhone as Alex Forrest with Mark Bazeley as Dan Gallagher and Kristin Davis as his wife Beth, in the world stage premiere of Fatal Attraction written by James Dearden. Opening at the Theatre Royal Haymarket on 25 March 2014, with previews from 11 March Fatal Attraction is currently booking to 21 June 2014. Designs are by Rob Jones with lighting by Paul Pyant and sound by Paul Groothuis. Check out photos of the cast in rehearsal below!
Mark Bazeley and Kristin Davis will join the previously announced Natascha McElhone in Trevor Nunn's production of Fatal Attraction to play Dan and Beth Gallagher. Written by James Dearden, the world stage premiere of Fatal Attraction will open at the Theatre Royal Haymarket on 25 March 2014, with previews now starting on 11 March and currently booking to 21 June 2014. Designs are by Rob Jones with lighting by Paul Pyant and sound by Paul Groothuis.
Take one multi-faceted actor, author, director, comedian, musician, political satirist and radio personality, add an equal amount of angel-voiced Welsh singer songwriter, combine with one of the most respected actresses in the UK, throw in two or three highly acclaimed comic voices, add a generous mix of music legends, blend together, put over a vigorous heat and serve sizzling.
Take one multi-faceted actor, author, director, comedian, musician, political satirist and radio personality, add an equal amount of angel-voiced Welsh singer songwriter, combine with one of the most respected actresses in the UK, throw in two or three highly acclaimed comic voices, add a generous mix of music legends, blend together, put over a vigorous heat and serve sizzling.
For the second year running Harry Shearer and Judith Owen are back at the Southbank Centre this December with their hugely popular Holiday Sing-Along. The Simpson's and Spinal Tap star has teamed up with his wife the acclaimed singer fresh from her West End run of Losing It to host an evening of guests, seasonal cheer and irreverent fun.
For the second year running Harry Shearer and Judith Owen are back at the Southbank Centre this December with their hugely popular Holiday Sing-Along. The Simpson's and Spinal Tap star has teamed up with his wife the acclaimed singer fresh from her West End run of Losing It to host an evening of guests, seasonal cheer and irreverent fun.
The Young Vic has a real variety of shows coming up in July: Alecky Blythe's The Girlfriend Experience, Sarah Kane's 4.48 Psychosis and Clare Bayley's The Container.