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Abigail’s Party
‘There are a lot of laughs and plenty of well-handled physical comedy.’ The Stage
‘Mike Leigh’s excruciating suburban comedy still stings.’ The Guardian
‘The production is at its most effective in Bradfield’s ruthless mining of the gap between the surface activity and the rich tragicomedy simmering underneath.’ The Times
‘Sharply observed and horribly funny.’ The Chronicle
‘This production has a strong cast, each showing their different characters in their body language and delivery.’ British Theatre Guide

Welcome to Mike Leigh's cult-classic comedy, and prepare to see it like never before. This is the party to end all parties, and you're all invited. RSVP.

2023 Winner of the prestigious RTST Sir Peter Hall Director Award, Jack Bradfield breathes new life into this classic Mike Leigh favourite.

Beverly, the queen of suburbia, is hosting a cocktail party. Next door, 15-year-old Abigail is throwing a party of her own. No one can stop talking about Abigail’s Party. No one can stop thinking about Abigail’s Party.

Something must be done about Abigail’s Party.

An ETT, Northern Stage, Rose Theatre, and Colchester Mercury Theatre Co-Production

Age: 12+

Supported by a grant from The Royal Theatrical Support Trust.

Production Gallery

Laura Rogers as Beverly and Leander Deeny as Laurence in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Laura Rogers as Beverly and Leander Deeny as Laurence in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Laura Rogers as Beverly and Joe Blakemore as Tony in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Laura Rogers as Beverly and Joe Blakemore as Tony in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Amy Rockson, Leander Deeny and Laura Rogers in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Amy Rockson, Leander Deeny and Laura Rogers in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Chaya Gupta, Joe Blakemore & Laura Rogers in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Chaya Gupta, Joe Blakemore & Laura Rogers in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Chaya Gupta, Amy Rockwell & Laura Rogers in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Chaya Gupta, Amy Rockwell & Laura Rogers in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Amy Rockson, Laura Rogers & Chaya Gupta in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Amy Rockson, Laura Rogers & Chaya Gupta in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Leander Deeny and Laura Rogers in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Leander Deeny and Laura Rogers in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Beverly played by Laura Rogers in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Beverly played by Laura Rogers in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Laura Rogers and Chaya Gupta in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Laura Rogers and Chaya Gupta in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Leander Deeny as Laurence in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Leander Deeny as Laurence in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Laura Rogers as Beverly in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Laura Rogers as Beverly in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Chaya Gupta as Angela in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Chaya Gupta as Angela in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Leander Deeny in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Leander Deeny in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Chaya Gupta in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage
Chaya Gupta in Abigail's Party at Northern Stage

Tickets

Northern Stage

13 - 28 Sep 2024

Mercury Theatre

2 - 12 Oct 2024 Tickets →

Blackpool Grand

22 - 26 Oct 2024 Tickets →

Rose Theatre

5 - 16 Nov 2024 Tickets →

Rehearsal Gallery

Sitting in a row from left to right and all laughing together are Laura Rodgers as Beverly; Amy Rockson as Susan; and Chaya Gupta as Angela.
Laura Rodgers, Amy Amy Rockson and Chaya Gupta - Von Fox Productions
Director Jack Bradfield stands laughing as Laura Rodgers, who plays Beverly, kneels up on the shag pile rug laughing along with him.
Jack Bradfield & Laura Rodgers - Von Fox Productions
Sitting in a row from left to right are Laura Rodgers as Beverly; Amy Rockson as Susan; and Chaya Gupta as Angela. Beverly looks deep in thought as Susan looks in a Marks and Spencers shopping bag, Angela is looking at Beverly.
Laura Rodgers, Amy Amy Rockson and Chaya Gupta - Von Fox Productions
Leander Deeny who plays Laurence looks startled as his glasses fall wonkily on his face.
Leander Deeny - Von Fox Productions
Laura Rodgers as Beverly lies on her side on a white shag pile rug.
Laura Rodgers - Von Fox Productions
Sitting left to right are Amy Rockson as Susan and Chaya Gupta as Angela. Susan is holding her hands to her forehead as Angela looks shocked.
Amy Rockson & Chaya Gupta - Von Fox Productions
Joe Blakemore who plays Tony sits in a chair looking stern with his script in his hand.
Joe Blakemore - Von Fox Productions
Sitting in a row from left to right are Laura Rodgers as Beverly; Amy Rockson as Susan; and Chaya Gupta as Angela. Beverly is clapping in Susan’s face, causing Susan to look alarmed.
Laura Rodgers, Amy Amy Rockson & Chaya Gupta - Von Fox Productions
Laura Rodgers who plays Beverley, holds her hand to Joe Blakemore’s chest. Joe Blakemore plays Tony, and looks amused.
Laura Rodgers & Joe Blakemore - Von Fox Productions
Leander Deeny who plays Laurence, sits cross legged on the floor of the rehearsal studio for Abigail's Party at Northern Stage.
Leander Deeny - Von Fox Productions
Amy Rockson who plays Susan, sits with her script in hand.
Amy Rockson - Von Fox Productions

Videos

Creative Team

Director

Jack Bradfield

Writer

Mike Leigh

Designer

Anna Yates

Casting Director

Annelie Powell CDG

Sound Designer

Jamie Lu

Lighting Designer

Joshua Gadsby

Movement Director

Rachel Birch-Lawson

Fight Director

Rachid Sabitri

Costume Supervisor

Naomi Daley

Cast

Laura Rogers will play Beverly

Beverly

Laura Rodgers
Leander Deeny will play Laurence

Laurence

Leander Deeny
Chaya Gupta will play Angela

Angela

Chaya Gupta
Joe Blakemore will play Tony

Tony

Joe Blakemore
Amy Rockson will play Susan

Susan

Amy Rockson