Kristin Scott Thomas makes a welcome return to the Playhouse Theatre in Luigi Pirandello's As You Desire Me and is joined by Bob Hoskins, Margaret Tyzack, John Carlisle and Finbar Lynch.
Elma is a singer in a sleazy 1930s Berlin night-club. She was the victim of an appalling assault during the First World War and, as a result, lost her memory. A man appears and tells her that she is, in fact, the wife of an Italian aristocrat and a new life awaits her abroad. But when she goes to Italy to pursue this dream, she finds unexpected problems and disappointments.
Pirandello's tragic story explores the mysteries of identity and memory, themes that pre-occupied him throughout his life.
Running Time
1 hour 40 minutes
Address
The Playhouse Theatre
Northumberland Avenue
London
WC2N 5DE
Travel
Nearest Tube: Embankment
Nearest Rail: Charing Cross
Bus Routes: 3, 6, 9, 12, 13, 15, 24, 29, 30, 53
Parking: MasterPark Trafalgar Square and NCP at Bedfordbury.
Access
Wheelchair spaces and transfer seating are available. Please contact the box office before arrival. Wheelchair users should be accompanied by a non-wheelchair using companion.
An induction loop system operates in the stalls only (reception is best in the centre). Please turn your hearing aid to the ‘T’ switch.
Guide dogs are allowed inside the auditorium and staff are also available to dog-sit in the foyer or the Box Office.
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