National Theatre Live Present Laughter
Event

National Theatre Live: Present Laughter

  • Thu 18 Jul 24

    19:00 - 22:00

  • Colchester Campus

    Lakeside Theatre

  • Event type

    Arts, culture and performances

  • Event organiser

    Lakeside Theatre

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The multi award-winning production of Noël Coward’s provocative comedy featuring Andrew Scott (Vanya, Fleabag) returns to the big screen.

As he prepares to embark on an overseas tour, star actor Garry Essendine's colourful life is in danger of spiralling out of control. Engulfed by an escalating identity crisis as his many and various relationships compete for his attention, Garry's few remaining days at home are a chaotic whirlwind of love, sex, panic and soul-searching.

Filmed live from The Old Vic in London during a sold out run in 2019, Matthew Warchus (Matilda The Musical) directs this giddy and surprisingly modern reflection on fame, desire and loneliness.

by Noël Coward


Book your tickets

Advance Prices

  • Students: £6
  • Concessions (including staff and alumni): £10
  • Public: £15

Show Guidance

  • BBFC Certificate: PG
  • Running Time: 180 mins (including interval)

Andrew Scott in character during a performance of Present Laughter. Andrew Scott is dressed smartly and looking off stage.