Park Theatre has announced three new writing premieres for its 2027 Park90 season, running from 2 March to 10 July 2027.
The programme brings together acclaimed playwrights, award-winning creatives and leading theatre companies, featuring the London premiere of Birdcatcher alongside the world premieres of Let the Whale Die and The Gentleman of Wimbledon.
Opening the season is Birdcatcher (2-27 March 2027), a Pentabus production in association with Papatango Theatre Company, Middle Child Theatre and Park Theatre. Written by Papatango Prize-winning playwright Laura Waldren and directed by BAFTA-winning Pentabus Artistic Director Elle While, the coming-of-age drama follows a young person searching for their own voice within an apocalyptic high-control community.
Described as funny, dark and sharply observed, Birdcatcher explores the pressures of growing up in a world where the end is always thought to be just around the corner. The production stars Lucy Mangan, with design by Amy Jane Cook, lighting by Jessie Addinall, sound by Helen Skiera and movement direction by Asha Jennings-Grant.
The season continues with the world premiere of Let the Whale Die (4-15 May 2027), presented by New Perspectives and Royal & Derngate, Northampton in association with Park Theatre.
Written by Meg Schadler and directed by New Perspectives Artistic Director and CEO Angharad Jones, the darkly comic new play centres on a woman whose refusal to explain herself becomes an act of rebellion. The story examines expectation, personal freedom and the courage required to break away from the roles others impose.
Closing the season is the world premiere of The Gentleman of Wimbledon (16 June-10 July 2027), a new play by New York-based playwright Oliver Lehne, directed by Matthew Iliffe.
Based on a true story, the play follows tennis star Baron Gottfried von Cramm in 1930s Berlin as the rise of fascism threatens the freedoms and relationships he holds dear. Presented in the round, the production explores questions of love, loyalty and survival against a backdrop of political upheaval.
Announcing the season, Artistic Director Jez Bond said, “Park90 has always been a space for bold ideas, new voices and stories that challenge expectations. These three plays are very different in subject and style, but each explores individuals confronting the world around them and finding the courage to make their own choices. We’re delighted to be collaborating with such an exciting range of writers, directors and producing partners, and to continue championing ambitious new writing on our intimate Park90 stage.”
The announcement continues Park Theatre’s commitment to developing and presenting new work, with the venue having built a reputation for championing emerging artists and new writing alongside established talent.
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