Playhouse Creatures
Playhouse Creatures
By April De Angelis | Starring Anna Chancellor
-I’m an actress. They’ve never had one of those before. I’m a novelty.
It’s the swinging (16)60s, and ‘the merry monarch’ Charles II is on the throne. After violent civil war, England’s theatres have finally reopened and, for the first time, women are allowed to perform in public.
In the West End, grande dame Mrs Betterton (Anna Chancellor) rules the roost. But there’s a new face in town: an orange-seller with dreams of stardom.
Chancellor effortlessly commands attention
From dressing-room camaraderie to bitter rivalry, April De Angelis’ gloriously exuberant, bawdily funny and deeply poignant play celebrates five women grabbing this newfound freedom and making their way in an unfamiliar world. But at what price?
a masterful mix of comedy, history, and heartache, with a cast that is nothing short of brilliant.
April De Angelis’ plays have entertained audiences at the National Theatre, Royal Court, and in the West End. Anna Chancellor’s prolific career on stage and screen includes Four Weddings and a Funeral, Kavanagh QC and My Lady Jane. Anna stars alongside Doña Croll (The Long Song), Katherine Kingsley (The Witches), Nicole Sawyerr (My Mother's Funeral: The Show) and Zoe Brough (Harry Potter and The Cursed Child).
Marvellously entertaining: one of those evenings where theatre is more alive than life
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Prices
Tickets from £36
Concessions from £15
The following concessions apply on standard tickets (Mon-Thu only):
- Students & Under 25s
- Job Seekers, Pension Credit & Universal Credit recipients
- Surrey Carers Cardholders
The following discounts apply on standard tickets:
- Groups / Members
- £15 Schools Tickets
- Access
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Details
Venue: Main House
Running Time: Approximately 2 hours including a 20 min interval
Tue 22 - Sat 26 Apr 2025
Tue - Sat Evenings 7.30pm
Thu & Sat Matinee 2.30pm
AccessibilityCaptioned Performance: Thu 24 Apr, 2.30pm
To book accessible tickets and discuss your access requirements, please contact our Box Office.
For more info on Accessibility, click here.
Ages 14+
This production contains a depiction of an abortion, descriptions of animal cruelty, strong language, themes of misogyny, flashing lights, haze (water-based) and sudden, loud sounds.
Playhouse Creatures
By April De Angelis | Starring Anna Chancellor
-I’m an actress. They’ve never had one of those before. I’m a novelty.
It’s the swinging (16)60s, and ‘the merry monarch’ Charles II is on the throne. After violent civil war, England’s theatres have finally reopened and, for the first time, women are allowed to perform in public.
In the West End, grande dame Mrs Betterton (Anna Chancellor) rules the roost. But there’s a new face in town: an orange-seller with dreams of stardom.
Chancellor effortlessly commands attention
From dressing-room camaraderie to bitter rivalry, April De Angelis’ gloriously exuberant, bawdily funny and deeply poignant play celebrates five women grabbing this newfound freedom and making their way in an unfamiliar world. But at what price?
a masterful mix of comedy, history, and heartache, with a cast that is nothing short of brilliant.
April De Angelis’ plays have entertained audiences at the National Theatre, Royal Court, and in the West End. Anna Chancellor’s prolific career on stage and screen includes Four Weddings and a Funeral, Kavanagh QC and My Lady Jane. Anna stars alongside Doña Croll (The Long Song), Katherine Kingsley (The Witches), Nicole Sawyerr (My Mother's Funeral: The Show) and Zoe Brough (Harry Potter and The Cursed Child).
Marvellously entertaining: one of those evenings where theatre is more alive than life
Add more to your visit
Prices
Tickets from £36
Concessions from £15
The following concessions apply on standard tickets (Mon-Thu only):
- Students & Under 25s
- Job Seekers, Pension Credit & Universal Credit recipients
- Surrey Carers Cardholders
The following discounts apply on standard tickets:
- Groups / Members
- £15 Schools Tickets
- Access
See More Save More - Multi-Buy Tickets
Prices include all applicable fees & levies.
Find out more about our concessions & discounts.
Details
Venue: Main House
Running Time: Approximately 2 hours including a 20 min interval
Tue 22 - Sat 26 Apr 2025
Tue - Sat Evenings 7.30pm
Thu & Sat Matinee 2.30pm
AccessibilityCaptioned Performance: Thu 24 Apr, 2.30pm
To book accessible tickets and discuss your access requirements, please contact our Box Office.
For more info on Accessibility, click here.
Ages 14+
This production contains a depiction of an abortion, descriptions of animal cruelty, strong language, themes of misogyny, flashing lights, haze (water-based) and sudden, loud sounds.
