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  • Venue Park Theatre, London
  • Performance dates Booking to 5 October 2024
  • Running time 130 minutes (including interval)
  • Age guidelines 14+

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Gripping and intense new family drama 23.5 Hours makes its European premiere at the Park Theatre in London.

Following their acclaimed drama Never Not Once, writer Carey Crim and director Katharine Farmer reunite for this exploration of the impact a sexual misconduct conviction has on the lives of family and friends.

A talented cast is led by Lisa Dwan (Netflix’s Top Boy), alongside David Sturzaker (To Kill a Mockingbird), Allyson Ava-Brown (Hamilton), Jonathan Nyati (The Jungle) and Jem Matthews (The Unfriend).

With its thrilling exploration of the collateral damage of past and present actions, 23.5 Hours delves deep into the complexities of trust, family dynamics, and the pursuit of justice.

23.5 Hours is playing at the Park Theatre from 4 September to 5 October 2024.

Carey Crim’s family drama focuses on what happens when a high school teacher who’s found guilty of sexual misconduct returns home from prison.

Leigh Hodges finds herself thrust into the turbulent aftermath of her husband’s imprisonment. Standing by him amidst doubt and scrutiny, Leigh navigates the ultimate test of love, truth, and loyalty. Each revelation forces her to re-evaluate their life together while she struggles to shield their son Nicholas. As family bonds strain and secrets unravel, 23.5 Hours explores the profound impact of a conviction for sexual misconduct and the corrosive power of doubt.

 

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Lisa Dwan in 23.5 Hours
Lisa Dwan in 23.5 Hours

Who is in the cast of 23.5 Hours?

Starring Lisa Dwan as Leigh, Allyson Ava-Brown as Jayne, Jem Matthews as Nicholas, Jonathan Nyati as Bruce and David Sturzaker as Tom

Who are the creative team of 23.5 Hours?

Writer Carey Crim, Director Katharine Farmer

Set and costume designer Carla Goodman; Lighting designer Jamie Platt; Sound designer and composer Julian Starr; Casting director Ellie Collyer-Bristow CDG; Fight director Alison Du Burgh; Stage manager Nell Thomas

Producer Paul O’Leary for Blue Touch Paper Productions, OPM Productions and Adam Kenwright.

Important Notes

Content Warnings: Contains themes of violence and sexual consent, and an inappropriate relationship between an adult and a child.

Access and special performances: Captioned performances 24 Sep 7.30pm; Audio Described 28 Sep 3 pm and Touch Tour at 2; Parents & Babies 3 Oct 11.00am

Venue Information

Park Theatre , Clifton Terrace, London, N4 3JP

Nearest Tube or Train: Finsbury Park (National Rail, Victoria Line, Piccadilly Line)

Nearest Buses: 210, W3, W10, 4, 29, 153, 253, 254, 259, N23, N253, N279

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Critics' reviews of 23.5 Hours

★★★★ "Lisa Dwan gives a powerful, pained performance" - The Stage

★★★★ "Sex scandal drama asks timely questions... anchored by a steely central performance" - The Times

Frequently Asked Questions

23.5 Hours is playing at the Park Theatre in London
The running time of 23.5 Hours is 130 minutes (including interval)
The age recommendations for 23.5 Hours are: 14+
Yes, 23.5 Hours has matinee performances on the following days: Thursday, Saturday
No, sorry, 23.5 Hours has now completed its run and is no longer on sale.

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