Sonia Friedman Productions has released the first look rehearsal images for the major revival of George Bernard Shaw’s Mrs. Warren’s Profession, starring Imelda Staunton and Bessie Carter. Directed by Dominic Cooke, the production will open at the Garrick Theatre on 22 May, with previews from 10 May, and will run until 16 August.
Joining the previously announced Imelda Staunton (The Crown, Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?) as Mrs. Kitty Warren and Bessie Carter (Bridgerton, Dear Octopus) as Vivie Warren are Kevin Doyle, Robert Glenister, Reuben Joseph, and Sid Sagar.
Mrs. Warren’s Profession explores the complex relationship between Vivie Warren, a modern woman determined to forge her own path, and her mother, Mrs. Kitty Warren, who has exploited the patriarchal system to secure a fortune. The play, written in 1893, was banned for 30 years due to its candid discussion of prostitution and wasn’t performed in London until 1925.
The production features design by Chloe Lamford, lighting by Jon Clark, sound by Christopher Shutt, and casting by Amy Ball CDG.
“I am my mother’s daughter. I am like you. But my work is not your work, and my way is not your way.” – Vivie Warren
Listings and ticket information can be found here.
