First look at Sandra Oh in 'The Misanthrope' at the National Theatre
Award winner Sandra Oh (Killing Eve) is the Misanthrope in Martin Crimp's (Cyrano de Bergerac) cutting new version of Molière's dark comedy, directed by National Theatre Director Indhu Rubasingham (The Father and the Assassin).
The National Theatre has released production photography of Sandra Oh and the company of The Misanthrope.
Martin Crimp's new gender-swapped version of Molière's dark comedy stars Sandra Oh (Killing Eve) with direction from the National Theatre's Artistic Director Indhu Rubasingham.
The Misanthrope follows Alice, a brilliant novelist, who despises the hollow contemporary mantras of kindness and respect. But the bolder she becomes in speaking out, the more colleagues avoid her, and the more her personal relationships begin to fracture.
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Photo credit: The Misanthrope at the National - Lyttelton Theatre (Photos by Marc Brenner)
Frequently asked questions
What is The Misanthrope about?
See Sandra Oh make her UK stage debut in The Misanthrope, Martin Crimp’s sharp new rendition of Molière’s dark satirical play at the National Theatre, directed by Indhu Rubasingham.
Where is The Misanthrope playing?
The Misanthrope is playing at Lyttelton Theatre. The theatre is located at National Theatre, South Bank, London, SE1 9PX.
How long is The Misanthrope?
The running time of The Misanthrope is 1hr 45min. No interval.
How do you book tickets for The Misanthrope?
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How much do tickets cost for The Misanthrope?
Tickets for The Misanthrope start at £91.
Who wrote The Misanthrope?
Martin Crimp reimagines Molière’s play, The Misanthrope, in this production.
Who directed The Misanthrope?
Indhu Rubasingham is the director.
Is The Misanthrope appropriate for kids?
A specific age guideline is not available at this time; however, this production features strong language, references to sex, violence, and drug and alcohol abuse.
Is The Misanthrope good?
The Misanthrope is an incredible night at the theatre, as it adapts a classic play that touches on a timeless subject: whether to conform to our social structure or not. With Sandra Oh leading the cast in her UK stage debut, this production offers a formidable take on Molière’s play as it looks at the pressures of public life.
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