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Stage and screen star Tamzin Outhwaite is set to reprise her critically acclaimed role as Beverly in a new UK tour of Mike Leigh’s hit comedy Abigail’s Party.

Directed by the Young Vic’s artistic director Nadia Fall (Entertaining Mr Sloane), the show had a successful run at Stratford East Theatre in 2025.

Quick Take: This production of Abigail’s Party got great reviews, particularly for Tamzin Outhwaite’s star turn as Beverly. Many expected the show to transfer into the West End, but the theatre gods had other plans. It’s great news that more people will now be able to see this excellent production on this short UK tour.

The Abigail’s Party tour will start at Malvern Theatres on 16 to 20 June, and then visit Bath, Fareham, Brighton, Leicester, London Richmond and Cambridge.

This production of Mike Leigh’s ferocious black comedy of suburban life in the 1970s scored great reviews from the critics at Stratford East, including four stars from the Times, TimeOut, and The Telegraph.

Tamzin Outhwaite recently starred in Nadia Fall’s production of Joe Orton’s classic comedy Entertaining Mr Sloane at The Young Vic. Her previous TV roles have included EastEnders, Red Cap, Hotel Babylon and New Tricks.

Further details on other casting and the creative team is to be announced.

Abigail’s Party – UK Tour Dates 2026

16 June – 20 June 2026
Malvern Theatres

22 June – 27 June 2026
Theatre Royal Bath

1 July – 4 July 2026
Fareham Live, Fareham

6 July – 11 July 2026
Brighton Theatre Royal

13 July – 18 July 2026
Curve, Leicester

20 July – 25 July 2026
Richmond Theatre

3 August – 8 August 2026
The Arts Theatre, Cambridge

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Main photo: Abigail's Party at Stratford East. Tamzin Outhwaite as Beverley. Photo by Mark Senior

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