Jake Wood to return to ‘2:22 - A Ghost Story’
The original cast member takes over from Hugo Chegwin, who withdraws on medical grounds.
No need to stay up for this news. Jake Wood will take over the role of Ben in 2:22 - A Ghost Story at the Lyric Theatre to 23 April.
Jake Wood joins the company from 26 January. For all performances to 26 January, understudy Ben Cutler plays Ben.
“Due to illness during the rehearsal period, Hugo Chegwin has sadly had to withdraw from the production. We are delighted to welcome Jake Wood back to the 2:22 family,” said producers.
Jake Wood starred in the original company alongside Lily Allen, Julia Chan and Hadley Fraser. “Danny Robins’ script is funny, touching, and so entertaining and easily the best play I have ever read. If you’ve seen the show before, come back and see it again and I promise that you will enjoy it just as much as I know I will the second time around,” said Wood.
The Olivier-nominated play follows Jenny and her husband Sam as they invite friends over to their new house. To find out if their house is haunted, Jenny, Sam, and their friends stay up to 2:22am to discover the truth.
Matthew Dunster directs Cheryl as Jenny, Louise Ford as Lauren, and Scott Karim as Sam.
2:22 - A Ghost Story features set design by Anna Fleischle, costume design by Cindy Lin, lighting design by Lucy Carter, and sound design by Ian Dickinson for Autograph Sound.
2:22 - A Ghost Story is at the Lyric Theatre.
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Photo credit: 2:22 - A Ghost Story cast (Photo by Seamus Ryan)
Frequently asked questions
What is 2:22 A Ghost Story about?
The Olivier-nominated and WhatsOnStage Award-winning supernatural thriller play, 2:22 A Ghost Story, returns for its sixth West End run with an exceptional cast, including Donna Air (The Split) and BAFTA Award nominee James Buckley (The Inbetweeners).
How long is 2:22 A Ghost Story?
The running time of 2:22 A Ghost Story is 2hr. Incl. 1 Interval.
Where is 2:22 A Ghost Story playing?
2:22 A Ghost Story is playing at Gielgud Theatre. The theatre is located at 35-37 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 6AR.
How do you book tickets for 2:22 A Ghost Story?
Book tickets for 2:22 A Ghost Story on London Theatre.
What's the age requirement for 2:22 A Ghost Story?
The recommended age for 2:22 A Ghost Story is Ages 12+. Everyone must have their own ticket. Under 16s must be accompanied by and sat next to a ticketholder who is 18+. Under 4s will not be admitted. .
Who wrote 2:22 A Ghost Story?
Danny Robins (BBC podcasts The Battersea Poltergeist and Uncanny) wrote the play.
Who directed 2:22 A Ghost Story?
Isabel Marr and Matthew Dunster stage the show.
Is 2:22 A Ghost Story appropriate for kids?
This play is best for children ages 12 and above as some of the more intense aspects of this thriller may not be suitable for young children.
Is 2:22 A Ghost Story good?
2:22 A Ghost Story is a gripping supernatural thriller with comedy interspersed. The play has been widely successful, earning numerous awards, and is now in its sixth West End run.
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