Travelling Light
4 Stars
'Antony Sher is explosively energetic.' Evening Standard
‘A love letter to the movies.’ Guardian
Nicholas Wright's new play is now playing at the National following a UK tour. Good seats available this weekend.
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4 Stars
'Antony Sher is explosively energetic.' Evening Standard
‘A love letter to the movies.’ Guardian
Nicholas Wright's new play is now playing at the National following a UK tour. Good seats available this weekend.
4 Stars
'A wry, acute portrait of contemporary suburban living.' Time Out
Lisa D’Amour’s brutal, hilarious play makes its London debut in a new production following its hugely acclaimed premiere at Chicago’s Steppenwolf Theatre. Now playing.
A funny, touching and savage portrait of a family that's losing its grip. Julie Walters plays Judy Haussman, with Rory Kinnear and Helen McCrory as her wayward offspring. From 12 June
5 Stars
'The funniest show in the western world.' Daily Mail
Following sell-out seasons at the National Theatre and Adelphi Theatre, the smash-hit comedy is now playing at the Theatre Royal Haymarket.
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