by PETER SHAFFER
directed by CAROLINE STEINBEIS
I know a liar in the light, and I know one in the dark.
Young sculptor Brindsley Miller is on the brink of success. He is expecting a visit from an influential art collector, whose approval could secure his future, and he is determined to present himself as sophisticated and successful.
The problem? His flat is sparsely furnished, most of the contents borrowed without permission from his neighbour – but when a sudden power cut plunges the building into darkness, Brindsley sees an opportunity. In the absence of light, he believes his deception will go unnoticed. Unbeknownst to him, the audience can see everything.
As friends, rivals, lovers, and unexpected guests arrive, the situation spirals rapidly out of control, and Brindsley’s desperate attempts to influence events only make matters worse.
Academy Award-winning Peter Shaffer also wrote Amadeus and Equus. Director Caroline Steinbeis reunites comedy legends Javier Marzan and John Nicholson for this shimmering comedy of light and darkness.
“An uproarious piece of slapstick vaudeville.” The Guardian
“One of the funniest farces I can remember seeing.” Tatler
Show Info
PERFORMANCE TIMES
Mon – Sat 8pm
Thu 4pm & Sat 2.30pm
CONTENT ADVICE
Our content warnings are updated as a production evolves through rehearsals and previews, so please note they may change between booking a ticket and seeing the production.
SATURDAY SEMINAR
Sat 13 June, 11am – find out more and book here
MEMBERS’ AND PATRONS’ EVENING WITH POST SHOW-TALK
Fri 12 Jun
Booking is open exclusively to all our Members and Patrons.
Membership starts at £60 and supports the OT to create our ambitious programme of artistic and community work. These evenings are a chance to mingle with fellow Members and Patrons, meet the OT staff, and hear from the cast and creative team of the production.
OT UNDER 30 NIGHT
Fri 5 Jun, 8pm
On OT Under 30 Nights, enjoy a free drink and post-show talk all included with your £15 ticket.
RELAXED & DISTANCED PERFORMANCE
Tue 30 Jun, 8pm
AUDIO-DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE
Wed 1 Jul, 8pm
CAPTIONED PERFORMANCE
Tue 7 Jul, 8pm
To book accessible seats, and for audio described and captioned, please call the box office on 020 8940 3633 (Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm) or email
box.office@orangetreetheatre.co.uk. If you’re on our Access List, you can log in and book online.
TICKET PRICES
No booking fees. Prices increase based on demand. Book early to secure your seats at the best prices.
£15 tickets for Under 30s on all seats for all performances – subject to availability
£15 access tickets – find out more
£15 tickets available for members of theatre unions and guilds
£1 tickets available through our subsidised ticket scheme – find out more
Cast
Javier Marzan
Georg Bamberger
Creative Team
Peter Shaffer
Writer
Caroline Steinbeis
Director
Simon Daw
Set and Costume Designer
Helena Palmer CDG
Casting Director
Freya Griffiths
Assistant Director