Plays to perform

Modern Drama

This section contains plays written or premiered after 1945.

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As the Beast Sleeps

As the Beast Sleeps

By Gary Mitchell

The explosive contradictions of life in Northern Ireland ignite this drama of suspense and violence.

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Asking for It

Asking for It (stage version)

By Louise O'Neill Adapted by Meadhbh McHugh With Annabelle Comyn

A powerful adaptation of Louise O'Neill's devastating novel about the experience of a young woman whose life is changed forever by a horrific act of violence.

The Aspidistra Code

The Aspidistra Code

By Mark O'Rowe

A sinister but comic drama of honour and violence, from the award-winning author of Howie the Rookie.

The Assassination of Katie Hopkins

The Assassination of Katie Hopkins

By Chris Bush and Matt Winkworth

A smart, witty new musical by Chris Bush and Matt Winkworth about truth, celebrity and public outrage.

Assassins

Assassins

By Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman

A dark and funny look at the end of the American dream - Stephen Sondheim lifts musical theatre to new heights of brilliance.

The Astronaut's Chair

The Astronaut's Chair

By Rona Munro

Rona Munro's thrilling play about the race to be the first woman in space.

At the Table

At the Table

By Marcos Barbosa Translated by Mark O'Thomas

An unnerving short play by Brazilian playwright Marcos Barbosa.

Published in volume Almost Nothing & At the Table
    August: Osage County

    August: Osage County

    By Tracy Letts

    A hugely-acclaimed black comedy exposing the dark side of the Midwestern American family. 

    The Authorised Kate Bane

    The Authorised Kate Bane

    By Ella Hickson

    A painfully comic excavation of a family history asks if there is an authorised version of the past - or just the one we can live with.

    The Baby

    The Baby

    By Chris Hannan

    A modern epic set in ancient Rome, about a polyglot, violent city at the heart of a divided nation.

    Baby Dolls

    Baby Dolls

    By Tamara von Werthern

    A futuristic comedy about conception, state control and rebellion.

    Bach & Sons

    Bach & Sons

    By Nina Raine

    A beautiful, profound and funny play about Johann Sebastian Bach, the irascible and turbulent composer, and his family business.

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    13–18 May 2024
    Wharf Theatre, Devizes