Your First Look
Videography: Erica Belton – Pip Films
“The world has never had a good definition of the word liberty, and the American people, just now, are much in want of one” Abraham Lincoln
1865. The United States are disunited by politics, power and race. To celebrate the end of Civil War, a victorious Abraham Lincoln goes to the theatre. Not long into the show a man walks in and shoots him. Who was he? Why did he do it? And why does it matter now?
In the lead up to a tumultuous American election this November, the award winning Simple8 examine the present by visiting the past, with a searing new play about John Wilkes Booth, the actor who assassinated a President.
★★★★ “An absorbing play about the cyclical nature of political violence” The Guardian
★★★★★ “Bursts onto stage with a fascinating and dazzling fire” Adventures In Theatreland
★★★★ “Clever, fresh and thought-provoking” Reviews Hub
★★★★ “A collaborative theatrical work of notable originality” London Box Office
★★★★ “A bold new production…compelling” Strand Magazine
★★★★ “Mesmerising” Secret Stage
Twice winners of the Peter Brook Ensemble Award.
Winners of the WhatsOnStage Best Ensemble Award.
Details
Theatre: The Large
Mon – Sat: 7.30pm
Tue & Sat: 3pm
Running Time: 140 mins including interval (TBC)
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.
This production contains references to war, slavery, injury, murder and violence, some ableist and racist language of the time period, haze, loud noises, and flashing lights.
Recommended for ages 11+.
The performance on Thursday 7th November at 7.30pm will be captioned.
Photography
PRODUCTION SHOTS
PHOTOGRAPHY BY katiec photography
The Company
Brandon Bassir
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Hannah Emanuel
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Natalie Law
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Sara Lessore
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Owen Oakeshott
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Clara Onyemere
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