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National Theatre Live: The Fifth Step (Screening)

Presented by NT Live
£20.50
City Varieties Music Hall
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A contemplative Martin Freeman and Jack Lowden gaze upwards in a grey room. Text reads: National Theatre Live. Jack Lowden, Martin Freeman. The Fifth Step. Written by David Ireland. Directed by Finn Den Hertog.

Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk) is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, The Responder) in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new play by David Ireland.

After years in the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous, James becomes a sponsor to newcomer Luka. The pair bond over black coffee, trade stories and build a fragile friendship out of their shared experiences. But as Luka approaches step five – the moment of confession – dangerous truths emerge, threatening the trust on which both of their recoveries depend.

Finn den Hertog directs the provocative and entertaining production filmed live from @sohoplace on London’s West End.

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Running Time: 1hr 40mins (interval TBC)

Certificate: 15 TBC

Triggers and advisories: TBC

Prices include a £2.50 booking fee and where applicable, a £1.20 charge for postage will be payable

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