Full cast revealed for 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest'
The play follows gambler and provocateur Randle P. McMurphy, who is sent to a psychiatric facility and challenges the restrictive and repressive rule of Nurse Ratched.
Summary
- Michelle Gomez has joined the cast of One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
- The play is led by Giles Terera and Aaron Pierre
- The play follows gambler Randle P. McMurphy as he is sent to a psychiatric facility and challenges the rule of the nurse in charge of his ward
The full cast has been revealed for One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest at The Old Vic in London. Performances begin on 1 April, running through 23 May.
Joining Aaron Pierre (Rebel Ridge, Mufasa: The Lion King) as Randle P. McMurphy and Giles Terera (Hamilton, Othello) as Dale Harding, are Michelle Gomez (Green Wing, The Flight Attendant) as Nurse Ratched, Samson Ajewole as Aide Warren, Kazeem Tosin Amore as Aide Turkle, Arthur Boan as Chief Bromden, Ene Frost as Ruckley, Jaz Hutchins as Aide Williams, Daisy Lewis as Candy Starr, Amy Newton as Nurse Flinn/Sandra, Jason Pennycooke as Martini, Javone Prince as Cheswick, Mo Sesay as Scanlon, Matthew Steer as Dr Spivey, and Kedar Williams-Stirling as Billy Bibbit.
In the ensemble are Adam Bond, Emma Cater, and Shaquille Jack.
The play follows gambler and provocateur Randle P. McMurphy, who is sent to a psychiatric facility and challenges the restrictive and repressive rule of Nurse Ratched.
The creative team includes Director Clint Dyer, Set & Costume Desginer Ben Stones, Lighting Designer Chris Davey, Sound Designer Benjamin Grant, and Movement by Lucie Pankhurst.
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Photo credit: cast joining One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. (Courtesy of production)
Frequently asked questions
What is One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest about?
Walk into the halls of a brutal psychiatric facility in Dale Wasserman’s stage adaptation of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, a reimagining of Ken Kesey’s classic novel being revived at The Old Vic in an exciting new production directed by Clint Dyer.
Where is One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest playing?
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest is playing at The Old Vic. The theatre is located at 103 The Cut, London, SE1 8NB.
How long is One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest?
The running time of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest is 2hr 35min. Incl. interval.
How do you book tickets for One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest?
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What's the age recommendation for One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest?
The recommended age for One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest is Ages 14+..
Who wrote One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest?
Dale Wasserman adapts One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest for the stage based on the novel by Ken Kesey.
Who directed One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest?
Clint Dyer is the director.
Is One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest appropriate for kids?
This production is best suited for those 14 and over as the content guidance notes themes of violence, suicide, references to rape, as well as special visual effects, fake blood, and fake firearms.
Is One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest good?
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest is a compelling play for audiences who are curious about what it would look like to revitalize a classic novel with modern-day political topics. Audiences will be able to see a groundbreaking novel come to life as it poses questions we all ask ourselves today.
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