The cast has been announced for the UK premiere of We Had A World by Joshua Harmon, which runs at Hampstead Theatre from Friday 29 May to Saturday 4 July.
Suzanne Bertish, Anna Francolini and Ryan Kopel will feature in the production, directed by Josh Seymour.
Joshua Harmon’s searingly funny and deeply personal play brings to life his New York childhood, shaped by the relationship between his indomitable grandmother and his mother.
As Harmon traces the family’s relationships, the play uncovers thirty years of family fights, monstrous behaviour, enormous cruelty and enduring love.
Olivier Award-winning and Tony Award-nominated Suzanne Bertish plays Renee.
Anna Francolini takes on the role of Ellen, with Ryan Kopel appearing as Joshua.
Joshua Harmon’s previous plays include Bad Jews, which enjoyed three sold-out West End seasons, Admissions and the Tony Award-nominated Prayer for the French Republic.
Director Josh Seymour makes his Hampstead Theatre debut, following recent productions including Ragdoll at Jermyn Street Theatre and That Face at the Orange Tree Theatre.
Seymour said: “I am so excited to work with this phenomenal cast to bring Joshua Harmon’s captivating play to life. Experiencing the dazzling talents of these acclaimed actors at such close quarters, in a play full of emotional fireworks, will be a real treat for audiences. It’s a deeply personal piece, exploring Joshua’s relationship with his fascinating, elusive grandmother, which moves me every time I read it. I have no doubt it will resonate with everyone who has experienced those strange moments when your perspective on someone you thought you knew inside out is turned upside down.”
The creative team includes designer Sarah Beaton, lighting designer Joshua Gadsby and sound designer Lex Kosanke.
Movement direction is by Ingrid Mackinnon, with fight direction by Bethan Clark, dialect coaching by Aundrea Fudge and voice coaching by Tess Dignan.
The press night will take place on Monday 8 June at 7pm.
Listings and ticket information can be found here.
