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London Classic Theatre: Abigail's Party
Archived news: published on Wednesday 14 May 2008 by Fife Council
Abigail's Party
Abigail's Party
by Mike Leigh
Directed by Michael Cabot
Designed by Geraldine Bunzl
Lighting by Peter Foster
In her suburban living room, Beverly prepares for the arrival of her guests. She and husband Laurence will play host to neighbours Angela, Tony and Sue. As the alcohol flows and the nibbles are handed around, Mike Leigh's ruthless, achingly funny examination of suburban life begins to bite...It was 1977, the year of skin-tight polyester, the Queen's Silver Jubilee and Saturday Night Fever. The Sex Pistols were storming up the charts, skateboarding was the latest craze and at Hampstead Theatre, Mike Leigh was putting the finishing touches to Abigail's Party, his ferocious black comedy and landmark of twentieth century theatre.
Abigail's Party
was first produced at Hampstead Theatre in 1977, with the role of Beverly immortalized by Alison Steadman. A record sixteen million people watched its broadcast as Play for Today, underlining its status as a true modern classic and national treasure.A welcome return visit to the Adam Smith from London Classic Theatre, one of the most prolific and thriving touring companies on the UK theatre scene, they have an established reputation for producing entertaining, accessible drama of the highest quality.
Friday 23 & Saturday 24 May 7.30pm
£13.50 (£12.50)
To book, telephone the Box Office 01592 583302 or book online
ADAM SMITH THEATRE, BENNOCHY ROAD, KIRKCALDY, KY1 1ET
For more information contact
Box Office, Adam Smith TheatreTel: 01592 583302 Fax: 01592 205951 Contact Box Office online
