The Pillowman tickets in London’s West End with Lily Allen and Steve Pemberton
Lily Allen and Steve Pemberton will star in The Pillowman in the West End – here’s all you need to know.
Martin McDonagh’s Olivier Award-winning play The Pillowman will run at the The Duke of York’s Theatre from 10 June – 2 September 2023 with Tickets on sale now here.
In a totalitarian state a Writer is questioned by the authorities about a spate of murders that bear similarities to her short stories. Is this life imitating art or something more sinister?
This black comedy widely regarded as one of the greatest plays of the past 25 years, examines the role of the artist in society and asks what price do we pay for freedom of expression.
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Matthew Dunster directs the revival and West End premiere with set and costume designer Anna Fleischle, lighting designer Neil Austin, sound designer Ian Dickinson for Autograph and casting is by Amy Ball.
Lily Allen said: “One of our most inventive playwrights, Martin McDonagh, is renowned for pushing boundaries and it’s a privilege to join this show. Together with my incredible 2.22 director Matthew Dunster, I am excited to help create a production of The Pillowman that is sorely needed right now in these unprecedented times. I can’t wait to bring it to life each night on stage and for audiences to get to experience it.”
Steve Pemberton added: “As a huge fan of Martin McDonagh’s writing, I’m delighted that The Pillowman is heading to the West End next year. I can’t wait to help bring this blisteringly dark and funny play to life and I’m honoured to be working with such an exciting creative team.”
Also on the cast are Paul Kaye and Matthew Tennyson.
