Jack Absolute Flies Again at the National Theatre – first look photos

Production photos of Jack Absolute Flies Again at the National Theatre in London have been released.

A riotous and comedic new version of Sheridan’s The Rivals, co-written by Richard Bean (One Man, Two Guvnors) and Oliver Chris (Emma) began performances in the Olivier Theatre on 2 July 2022.

The war time comedy is led by Caroline Quentin (Jonathan Creek), Peter Forbes (Follies), Natalie Simpson (Three Sisters), Laurie Davidson (Cats), Kelvin Fletcher Emmerdale)  and Kerry Howard (Him & Her). 

Completing the cast are James Corrigan, Theo Cowan, Shailan Gohil, Millie Hikasa, George Kemp, Joanne McGuinness, Jordan Metcalfe, Akshay Sharan, Tim Steed, Geoffrey Towers, Shona White and Helena Wilson also join the company.

The production will be broadcast to cinemas via NT Live on 6 October 2022.

Jack Absolute Flies Again runs from 2 July 2022 until 3 September at the National Theatre, London.

Photos by Brinkhoff-Moegenburg

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