A Ghost Story by Tim Foley
The award-winning ThickSkin return to London following a sold-out tour with this chilling new play from Bruntwood Prize-winner Tim Foley.
When an out-of-work actor accepts a well-paid job playing a ghost at a remote countryside manor, he expects nothing more than a few easy scares for curious visitors. But as night after night unfolds, the role begins to blur with reality and something far more sinister starts to emerge.
Part ghost story, part psychological thriller, It Walks Around The House At Night will draw you into a world of creeping dread, unexpected twists and dark humour. Inventive staging, immersive sound and bold visual effects combine to create this edge-of-your-seat theatrical experience.
Unsettling, darkly comic and full of surprises, the stage is set… for terror!
Acclaim for Neil Bettles
“Director Neil Bettles works his usual mighty theatre magic” The Scotsman on ‘Peak Stuff’
Access Performances
Captioned Performance: Wednesday 18 March, 7pm
Details
Theatre: The Large
Monday – Saturday: 7pm
Tuesday & Saturday: 2.30pm
Running Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
No interval and no re-entry.
We strongly advise that you arrive early and take your seats in advance of the start time as there is a no latecomers policy.
Technical Guidance
This production contains loud and sudden noises, haze and frequent use of flashing/flickering lights, strobe lighting throughout, and periods of full blackout.
Content Guidance
This production contains occasional strong language, horror imagery, jump scares partial nudity, and depictions of violence and vomiting.
Recommended for ages 14+.
Please contact us if you require any further information about content guidance.
Captioned Performance: Wednesday 18 March, 7pm
Photography
Previous Production Photos
The Engine Room, Wigan | October 2025 | Photography by Tommy Ga-Ken Wan
The Company
Oliver Baines
The Dancer
George Naylor
Joe
Featuring the voice of Paul Hilton
