The full cast has been announced for the London premiere of Ivories, a new play by Riley Elton McCarthy, directed by Georgie Rankom (The Frogs). The production will run at the Old Red Lion Theatre from 1 – 26 July 2025, with press night on Thursday 3 July at 7.30pm.
Riley Elton McCarthy, Matthias Hardarson, Daniel Neil Ash, and Ashley M. Cowles will all make their London stage debuts in this highly anticipated production.
Ivories tells the story of Sloane, who returns home to settle their dying grandmother’s estate. As they delve into the past, malevolent family secrets are unearthed, and the creaky old house reveals more than meets the eye. This bisexual spin on the Golden Age of Horror promises a spine-tingling evening of tragicomic depravity.
After a smash-hit run at the Edinburgh Fringe and three limited engagements in New York, Ivories will get a second poltergeist in its London premiere. The production unites critically acclaimed director Georgie Rankom and subversive breakout playwright Riley Elton McCarthy (The Lesbian Play at The Triad Theater, recommended by Time Out & New York Times) for a bone-chilling evening of horror.
Riley Elton McCarthy (Sloane) returns to star in this first major London production. McCarthy is an Offie-nominated and two-time Eugene O’Neill semi-finalist, known for their provocative queer horror plays. Their work has been seen and developed in New York at Ensemble Studio Theatre, 59E59, The Tank, The Triad Theater, Yale School for Drama, and The Brick.
Matthias Hardarson (Gwyn) is an Icelandic actor who graduated from the Copenhagen International School of Performing Arts (CISPA) in 2023. His notable performances include roles in The Picture of Dorian Gray, The Seagull, and Metamorphoses.
Daniel Neil Ash (Beckham) trained at the Oxford School of Drama and the Copenhagen International School of Performing Arts. His recent credits include Juliet’s Birthday Bash with Hamletscenen and How Copy.
Ashley M. Cowles (The Neighbour) is an actor, director, and playwright based in New York. Her directing credits include Company of Man, which earned six BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Award nominations. Acting credits include The Tragedy of Nero, Emperor of Rome.
The creative team includes Georgie Rankom (Director), Waverley Moran (Production Stage Manager), Skylar Turnbull Hurd (Lighting), and Verity Johnson (Scenic & Costumes).
Listings and ticket information can be found here.
