Abigails Party @ Wyndhams Theatre
Gin and tonic? - Please. Ice and lemon? - Yes, please. The Menier Chocolate Factory is delighted to announce the West End transfer of their production of of Mike Leigh's acclaimed play, Abigail's Party. From the award-winning writer and director comes some of his best loved characters in this "brilliant and hilarious play" (Daily Telegraph). In 1970's suburbia, Beverly and her husband Laurence are hosting a drinks party for their neighbours. There is plenty of alcohol, an array of cheese-pineapple savoury bites and olives, and Demis Roussos on the record player. But as prejudices are unmasked and tempers flare, the evening seems headed for disaster... Mike Leigh's classic comedy is directed by Lindsay Posner, who recently directed Noises Off at the Old Vic. Other credits include: Butley (Duchess), A View from the Bridge (Duke of York's - Olivier nomination) and Fiddler on the Roof (Savoy - Olivier nomination). The role of the infamous Beverly will be played by Jill Halfpenny, who won an Olivier Award in 2011 for her role as Paulette in Legally Blonde (Savoy). Jill is also well known for her TV roles on East Enders, Waterloo Road and Blue Murder.
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Abigail's Party theatre tickets - Wyndhams Theatre - London
The Wyndhams Theatre has announced the revival of acclaimed play, Abigail's Party by Mike Leigh. From the award-winning writer and director comes some of his best loved characters in this "brilliant and hilarious play" - Daily Telegraph. In 1970's suburbia, Berverly and her husband Laurence are hosting a drinks party for their neighbours. There is plenty of alcohol, an array of cheese-pineapple savoury bites and olives, and Demis Roussos on the record player. But as prejudices are unmasked and tempers flare, the evening seems headed for disaster... Mike Leigh's classic comedy is directed by Lindsay Posner, who recently directed Noises Off at the Old Vic. Other credits include: Butley (Duchess), A View from the Bridge (Duke of York's - Olivier nomination) and Fiddler on the Roof (Savoy - Olivier nomination). The role of the infamous Beverly will be played by Jill Halfpenny, who won an Olivier Award in 2011 for her role as Paulette in Legally Blonde (Savoy). Jill is also well known for her TV roles on EastEnders, Waterloo Road and Blue Murder. The stellar cast also includes Natalie Casey (Two Pints Of Lager & A Packet Of Crisps), Joe Absolom (Eastenders, Doc Martin), Andy Nyman (Ghost Stories, Terrible Advice) and Susannah Harker (House Of Cards, Pride & Prejudice) Press Night on 18th May. STRICTLY LIMITED SEASON
Abigails Party @ Wyndhams Theatre
Gin and tonic? - Please. Ice and lemon? - Yes, please. The Menier Chocolate Factory is delighted to announce the West End transfer of their production of of Mike Leigh's acclaimed play, Abigail's Party. From the award-winning writer and director comes some of his best loved characters in this "brilliant and hilarious play" (Daily Telegraph). In 1970's suburbia, Beverly and her husband Laurence are hosting a drinks party for their neighbours. There is plenty of alcohol, an array of cheese-pineapple savoury bites and olives, and Demis Roussos on the record player. But as prejudices are unmasked and tempers flare, the evening seems headed for disaster... Mike Leigh's classic comedy is directed by Lindsay Posner, who recently directed Noises Off at the Old Vic. Other credits include: Butley (Duchess), A View from the Bridge (Duke of York's - Olivier nomination) and Fiddler on the Roof (Savoy - Olivier nomination). The role of the infamous Beverly will be played by Jill Halfpenny, who won an Olivier Award in 2011 for her role as Paulette in Legally Blonde (Savoy). Jill is also well known for her TV roles on East Enders, Waterloo Road and Blue Murder.