Abigail's Party

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Wonderfully cringe-worthy and funny, you'll love Tamsin Outhwaite in Abigail's Party.

Abigail's Party is an icon of a play, written in 1977 and just as outrageous today as it was fifty years ago, written decades before the early 2000s when the craze for 'cringe comedy' began. Now Tamsin Outhwaite (EastEnders, New Tricks) leads the cast in the latest production of Mike Leigh's wickedly sharp comedy, a blackly funny exploration of British social awkwardness, in town to delight audiences following a critically acclaimed Stratford East run. 

Tamzin Outhwaite plays the lead role of Beverley Moss, with comedian-actor-presenter Kevin Bishop (The Kevin Bishop Show) as Laurence. The hilarity is directed by Young Vic Artistic Director Nadia Fall, and it's in London for a strictly limited season. 

The story is set in Essex, in 1977, where Beverly's drinks party is in full swing. Beverly is loud, confident, opinionated and keen to impress everyone. But her party is turning into a total disaster. The small talk is super-awkward, the vibe is simmering with toxic ambition, there's social climbing and marital tension at every turn, and it doesn't take long before things turn ugly, spiralling into chaos. If you've ever been in an uncomfortable social situation you'll recognise this painfully funny poke at class, marriage, our insecurities, frustrations and passive aggression... and it'll make you cringe all over again. 

The cast also includes Pandora Colin, Omar Malik and Lauren Patel. Director Nadia Fall's production is timeless, and the Harold Pinter Theatre's intimate setting feels like you're actually at the party. Set and Costume Designer Peter McKintosh, Lighting Designer Howard Harrison, Sound Designer Alexandra Faye Braithwaite, Movement Director James Cousins and Casting Director Amy Ball CDG all play a part in making this an experience to remember. 

Buy Abigail's Party tickets for a potent mix of hilarious emotional honesty, pin-sharp social observation, and typical British humour.

Starring:

Tamzin Outhwaite, Kevin Bishop

Playing at Harold Pinter Theatre

6 Panton Street, London, SW1Y 4DN GB (venue info)

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