• Venue National Theatre - Olivier Theatre, London
  • Performance dates Booking to 24 October 2026
  • Offer: Save up to 30% Valid select performances  to 24 Oct 2026 . Book by 24 Oct

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A high-stakes newsroom thriller starring Letitia Wright.

This summer, The Story makes its explosive British premiere at the National Theatre’s Olivier Theatre. In an “adrenaline-fuelled” drama from acclaimed playwright Tracey Scott Wilson and director Clint Dyer (Death of England), the hunt for a scoop becomes a dangerous obsession.

Letitia Wright (Black Panther) leads a powerhouse ensemble — including Aliyah Odoffin, Wilf Scolding, Ashley Thomas, and Lorraine Toussaint — in a play that strips back the mask of the modern media landscape to interrogate truth, race, and the lethal cost of ambition. The must-see theatrical event of 2026.

The Story – Truth, Lies and the Front Page

A rising reporter (Letitia Wright) lands the scoop of a lifetime: a murder, a gang, and a sensational lead that could rocket her to the top of the masthead. But as the facts begin to blur and ambition challenges her integrity, she is forced to navigate a cutthroat world where power is the only currency and truth is the first casualty.

This provocative thriller dives deep into the politics of race, representation, and the price of success in journalism today. In an era of misinformation, one question remains: who owns the story?

Why See The Story?

  • A Powerhouse Performance: See Letitia Wright live on stage in her major National Theatre debut.
  • The Play for Now: A searing exploration of “fake news,” identity politics, and the ethics of the modern newsroom.
  • Elite Creatives: Written by Tracey Scott Wilson and directed by Clint Dyer, fresh off the success of Death of England and Othello.
  • For Fans of High-Stakes Drama: If you loved Network, Best of Enemies, or All My Sons this is your next obsession.

Ticket Availability & Booking

Don’t miss this high-stakes, razor-sharp drama that asks: what’s real, what’s constructed — and who gets to decide?
Tickets for The Story starring Letitia Wright are now on sale.

Last updated: 13 February 2026.

★★★★
“A cracking melodrama about race and the media in America.”
The Standard
★★★
“Letitia Wright plays ambitious, overstretched Yvonne with convincing chutzpah.”
The Stage
★★★
“It’s a fascinating watch, offering few easy takeaways.”
The Independent

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Performance Information

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Oct 2026

Stars and Creatives

Letitia Wright in The Story
Letitia Wright in The Story

Who is in the cast of The Story?

  • Yvonne: Letitia Wright (Black Panther: Wakanda Forever)
  • Pat: Lorraine Toussaint (Orange is the New Black)
  • Latisha: Aliyah Odoffin (All My Sons)
  • Jeff: Wilf Scolding (Andor, Cabaret)
  • Neil: Ashley Thomas (Hostage)
  • Jessica Dunn: Antonia Bernath (Downton Abbey)
  • Tim Dunn: Josh Goulding (Hangmen)
  • Detective: Jay Simpson (Black Mirror)
  • Adrienne: Unique Spencer (Top Boy) 
  • The Ensemble: Arianne Carless (Museum of Us), Roland Royal III (Julius Caesar), Matt Whitchurch (The Beautiful Future Is Coming), Tee Arnold (The Prince), Donna Augustin (St Mark’s), Reanna Bleu, Katie Buchholz (Deceit) and Linseigh Green (The Drifter’s Girl)

Who are the creative team of The Story?

  • Writer: Tracey Scott Wilson 
  • Director: Clint Dyer
  • Set Design: Anna Fleischle
  • Costume Design: Natalie Pryce
  • Lighting Design: Paul Anderson
  • Sound Design: Benjamin Grant
  • Video Design: Gino Ricardo Green and Tal Yarden

Important Notes

Access performances:
  • Captioned: Wednesday 16 September at 7.30pm, Saturday 10 October at 2.30pm & Wednesday 21 October at 7.30pm
  • BSL: Thursday 24 September at 7.30pm & Wednesday 14 October at 7.30pm
  • Audio Described: Saturday 19 September at 2.30pm & Friday 2 October at 7.30pm (with touch tours taking place 90 minutes before the show:
  • Relaxed performance: Saturday 17 October at 2.30pm

Venue Information

National Theatre - Olivier Theatre , Upper Ground, London, SE1 9PX

Nearest Tube or Train: Waterloo (Jubilee line, Northern line, Bakerloo line)

Nearest Buses: 1, 4, 26, 59, 68, 76, 139, 168, 171, 172, 176, 188, 243, 341, 521, X68, RV1

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Critics' reviews of The Story

★★★★ “A cracking melodrama about race and the media in America.” The Standard

★★★ “Letitia Wright plays ambitious, overstretched Yvonne with convincing chutzpah.” The Stage

★★★ “It’s a fascinating watch, offering few easy takeaways.” The Independent

★★★ “It fizzes with ideas that are still relevant about the way the news is pursued and delivered.” WhatsOnStage

★★★ “Clint Dyer’s production is totally gripping” TimeOue

Also see: The Story Reviews Round-up

Frequently Asked Questions

The Story is playing at the National Theatre - Olivier Theatre in London
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Yes, The Story has matinee performances on the following days: Wednesday, Saturday
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Tracey Scott Wilson, an award-winning playwright and screenwriter known for The Americans and Respect.

The play is inspired by real-life events within the American media landscape, exploring the ethical dilemmas that arise when ambition meets the 24-hour news cycle.

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