Full casting announced for 'Lyonesse' starring Kristin Scott Thomas and Lily James
The world premiere of Penelope Skinner’s new play Lyonesse will begin performances in October at the Harold Pinter Theatre in London's West End.
James Corrigan (Jack Absolute Flies Again, King Lear*), Doon Mackichan (Toast of Tinseltown, The Duchess), and Sara Powell (The Seagull, The Madness of King George) will join Kristin Scott Thomas and Lily James in the world premiere of Penelope Skinner's *Lyonesse*.
Directed by Ian Rickson, this new play will begin performances on 17 October to 23 December 2023 at the Harold Pinter Theatre.
BAFTA and Olivier-winning actress, Kristin Scott Thomas, will star as a reclusive but talented actress who disappears under mysterious circumstances. She is finally ready to tell her story after thirty years. Enlisting a young film director (Lily James) to help her with a magnificent comeback. But can we really control the stories we tell?
Lyonesse will be designed by Georgia Lowe, with lighting by Jessica Hung Han Yun, music by Stephen Warbeck, sound by Tingying Dong, and casting by Amy Ball CDG.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Lyonesse about?
See Kristin Scott Thomas and Lily James star at the Harold Pinter Theatre in Penelope Skinner's emotional and witty new play. When a young film executive travels to Cornwall to help with the comeback of a faded actress after thirty years out of the spotlight, it becomes clear that we don't always have control over our own narratives. Book tickets on London Theatre.
What is the running time of Lyonesse?
Lyonesse runs for 2h 50m (incl. interval)
Which theatre is Lyonesse at?
Lyonesse is at London's Harold Pinter Theatre, which is located at 6 Panton Street, London, SW1Y 4DN.
What is the age recommendation for Lyonesse?
14+
How do you get tickets for Lyonesse?
Check the top of this page for current availability on Lyonesse tickets on TodayTix.
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