Get tickets here for an incredible performance of The Play’s The Thing: A One Person Hamlet in London
This April, Wilton's Music Hall presents a groundbreaking rendition of Shakespeare's Hamlet with The Play’s The Thing: A One Person Hamlet.
Acclaimed actor Mark Lockyer will embody every character in this condensed 90-minute performance, offering a fresh and intimate perspective on the classic tragedy.
The Play’s The Thing: A One Person Hamlet details:
- Dates: 1st - 12th April 2025
- Age Guidance: 14+
- Duration: 90 minutes (no interval)
- Venue: Wilton’s Music Hall, London, E1 8JB
About The Play’s The Thing: A One Person Hamlet
Directed and edited by Fiona Laird, known for her work with the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre, this production delves deep into Hamlet's psyche, exploring themes of madness and reality.
As Rufus Norris, Artistic Director of the National Theatre, remarks, "Mark Lockyer has absolute commitment and mastery of this timeless classic." Audiences can anticipate an evening that is by turns ingenious, funny, poignant, and always entertaining.
Cirical Acclaim
Mark Lockyer takes on the challenge of performing every character in Hamlet, switching between them seamlessly!
Expect rapid transformations, inventive staging, and a masterclass in solo performance. This isn’t just a one-person Hamlet—the script has been cleverly reworked by director Fiona Laird to create a 90-minute whirlwind of drama, humor, and psychological depth, making it a fresh take on the classic.
Wilton’s Music Hall, the world’s oldest surviving music hall, provides a stunningly atmospheric backdrop. The production blends Shakespearean tradition with contemporary storytelling in a venue steeped in theatrical history.
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