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Man to Man at Traverse Theatre
Dates: 8/25/2026
📍 Theatre: Traverse Theatre
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Tilda Swinton returns to the Traverse stage for the first time in almost 40 years in the lead role as Ella/Max. Translated from German by Anthony Vivis and revised by Stephen Unwin, the production reunites members of the original creative team, including director Stephen Unwin, designer Bunny Christie and lighting designer Ben Ormerod. Swinton first performed the role at the Traverse Theatre and Royal Court Theatre more than 30 years ago. The sound designer is Elena Peña, projection designer is Matt Powell and the movement director is Kane Husbands.
Cast and Creative Team for Man to Man at Traverse Theatre
Cast
Tilda Swinton
Ella/Max Gericke
Creative Team
Stephen Unwin
Director
Bunny Christie
Designer
Ben Ormerod
Lighting Designer
Elena Peña
Sound Designer
Matt Powell
Projection Designer
Kane Husbands
Movement Director
Anthony Vivis
Translator
Stephen Unwin
Reviser
News About Man to Man at Traverse Theatre
MAN TO MAN With Tilda Swinton Tickets to Go on Sale in September
August 25, 2026 Tickets for MAN TO MAN, marking Tilda Swinton's return to the Traverse Theatre stage, will go on general sale, with priority booking offered to Traverse supporters beforehand.
MAN TO MAN With Tilda Swinton to Transfer to Traverse Theatre
July 09, 2026 Tilda Swinton returns to the stage in MAN TO MAN, reuniting with the original creative team for a run at the Royal Court Theatre before transferring to Edinburgh's Traverse Theatre and later the Berliner Ensemble.About the Theatre
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