Orange Tree Theatre has released first look production images for its upcoming revival of Black Comedy by Peter Shaffer, directed by Caroline Steinbeis.
The newly released images come as the production prepares to open on 27 May, with previews already underway from 16 May, and a run scheduled until 11 July.
The images feature the full cast, including Patricia Allison, Joe Bannister, Jason Barnett, Chris Chilton, Leah Haile, Julia Hills, Simon Manyonda and Javier Marzan.
The comedy follows struggling sculptor Brindsley Miller, who attempts to impress an influential art collector while hiding the truth about his sparsely furnished flat.
When a sudden power cut plunges the stage into darkness, the audience can see everything, while the characters remain unaware, creating a chaotic farce of misunderstandings and deception.
Director Caroline Steinbeis said, “We have assembled a company that thrills me in every direction: an exhilarating blend of bold new voices, familiar Orange Tree favourites, and truly legendary comedy performers. Black Comedy is a dazzling farce, and I can’t wait to get started and shed light on these superb characters and uncover all their delicious contradictions. This cast brings precision, mischief, and heart in equal measure, and I know audiences are in for something truly special, surprising, and gloriously entertaining from start to finish.”
Artistic Director Tom Littler added, “Black Comedy is a peerless masterpiece of comic invention, and I’m delighted that Caroline Steinbeis has assembled such a superb company. It’s a particular pleasure to welcome Patricia Allison and Joe Bannister back to the OT after their recent triumphs in Twelfth Night and Hedda. For audiences looking for summer fun – look no further.”
The creative team includes John Nicholson, Simon Daw, Elliot Griggs, Simon Slater and Helena Palmer CDG.
Listings and ticket information can be found here.
