A National Theatre production in association with Queens Theatre HornchurchBeginningby David EldridgeDirected by Joe LichtensteinFrom the Original Production by Polly FindlayEvery story starts somewhereIts the early hours of the morning and Danny from Upminster is the last straggler at Lauras party. The flats in a mess. And so are they. One more drink?Romford-born David Eldridge (In Basildon) returns home with a gorgeous new play (Independent) that takes a touching look at the first fragile moments of risking your heart and taking a chance.This tender and funny critically acclaimed smash hit received its world premiere at the National Theatre before transferring to the West End. Its being revived and relaunched by Queens Theatre Hornchurch this Autumn, before embarking on a national tour. A must-see hit. Quite simply, magnificent Evening Standard Wry, funny and touching Independent One of the funniest, most touching seduction scenes youll ever see on stage Daily Telegraph A hilarious bittersweet rom-com. A modern classic Radio Times A pleasure. Honest, funny and good-hearted Whats On Stage An expertly scripted rom-com. A glorious evening The Times Very funny. Tender and resonant The Stage A poignant real-time examination of relationships The GuardianPerformances for this production will be sold as a mixture of full capacity and social distancing see below to choose which youd prefer.
Cast and Creative Team for Beginning at Queen's Theatre Hornchurch
Amanda Ryan as Laura
Simon Darwen as Danny
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