Nell Gwynn at the Apollo Theatre

Nell Gwynn starring Gemma Arterton at the Apollo Theatre

Award-winning Gemma Arterton (The Duchess of Malfi, Made in Dagenham, Quantum of Solace) stars as cheeky, charming and clever Nell Gwynn, one of the first, and most acclaimed, women to appear on the London stage.

Following critical acclaim and a sell-out run at Shakespeare’s Globe, Jessica Swale’s new play Nell Gwynn transfers to the West End.

Nell Gwynn plays for a strictly limited season from 4 February 2016 until 30 April 2016 at the Apollo Theatre.

STORY

It is 1660. The Puritans have run away with their drab grey tails between their legs. Charles II has exploded onto the scene with a love of all things loud, French and sexy. And at Drury Lane, a young Nell Gwynn (Gemma Arterton) is selling oranges for sixpence. Little does she know who’s watching.

Jessica Swale’s blissfully entertaining new play, Nell Gwynn, charts the rise of an unlikely heroine, from her roots in Coal Yard Alley to her success as Britain’s most celebrated actress, and her hard-won place in the heart of the King. But at a time when women are second-class citizens, can her charm and spirit protect her from the dangers of the court? And at what cost?

CAST

Gemma Arterton in the title role, with the full cast including Paige Carter, Michele Dotrice, Matthew Durkan, Michael Garner, Greg Haiste, George Jennings, Ellie Leah, Peter McGovern, David Rintoul, Anneika Rose, Nicholas Shaw, David Sturzaker, Jay Taylor, Sasha Waddell and Sarah Woodward.

CREATIVE TEAM

Jessica Swale’s play is directed by Christopher Luscombe with further creative to be announced.

Reviews

★★★★★ “an absolute treat….it lifts you up and puts a smile on your face” The Times
★★★★ “Gemma Arterton sparkles” The Guardian
★★★★★ “This West End transfer is a triumph… a stellar event that sends ripples through the theatrical cosmos” The Telegraph
★★★★ “Christopher Luscombe’s ebullient production….sweeps us up from the start in a blissful whirl” Evening Standard
★★★★ “Christopher Luscombe’s joyful production” The Metro
★★★★★ “Every role is superbly performed -there’s even a scene-stealing dog” The Stage

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Gemma Arterton in Nell Gwynn

Production images have been released of Gemma Arterton and the cast of Nell Gwynn. Award-winning Gemma Arterton (The Duchess of Malfi, Made in Dagenham, Quantum of Solace) stars as cheeky, charming and clever Nell Gwynn, one of the first, and most acclaimed, women to appear on the London stage. Following critical acclaim and a sell-out run at Shakespeare's Globe, Jessica Swale’s new play Nell Gwynn has openend to 5-star reviews at London's Apollo Theatre. The full cast includes Gemma Arterton, Paige Carter, Michele Dotrice, Matthew Durkan, Michael Garner, Greg Haiste, George Jennings, Ellie Leah, Peter McGovern, David Rintoul, Anneika Rose, Nicholas Shaw, David Sturzaker, Jay Taylor, Sasha Waddell and Sarah Woodward. Nell Gwynn plays for a strictly limited season from 4 February 2016 until 30 April 2016 at the Apollo Theatre. BOOKING Book tickets to Nell Gwynn  

First Look: Gemma Arterton in Nell Gwynn rehearsals

First look at Gemma Arterton and cast as they rehearse Nell Gwynn. Images have been released of Gemma Arterton and cast as they rehearse for the forthcoming production of  Nell Gwynn at the Apollo Theatre. Gemma Arterton stars as cheeky, charming and clever Nell Gwynn, one of the first, and most acclaimed, women to appear on the London stage. Directed by Christopher Luscombe, the cast includes Paige Carter, Michele Dotrice, Matthew Durkan, Michael Garner, Greg Haiste, George Jennings, Ellie Leah, Peter McGovern, David Rintoul, Anneika Rose, Nicholas Shaw, David Sturzaker, Jay Taylor, Sasha Waddell and Sarah Woodward. Following critical acclaim and a sell-out run at Shakespeare's Globe, Jessica Swale’s new play Nell Gwynn transfers to the West End running from 4 February 2016 until 30 April 2016 at the Apollo Theatre. BOOKING Book tickets to Nell Gwynn

Full casting announced for West End transfer of Nell Gywnn

Full casting has been announced for the West End transfer of Jessica Swale’s new play Nell Gwynn starring Gemma Arterton at the Apollo Theatre. The full cast includes Greg Haiste, David Rintoul, Anneika Rose, David Sturzaker, Jay Taylor, Sasha Waddell and Sarah Woodward who all reprise their roles from the Globe production alongside new cast members Paige Carter, Michele Dotrice, Matthew Durkan, Michael Garner, George Jennings, Ellie Leah, Peter McGovern, and Nicholas Shaw. Directed by Christopher Luscomb, Nell Gwynn transfers from a sell-out and critically acclaimed run at Shakespeare’s Globe for a limited run from 4 February 2016 until 30 April 2016 at the Apollo Theatre. Jessica Swale's blissfully entertaining new play, Nell Gwynn, charts the rise of an unlikely heroine, from her roots in Coal Yard Alley to her success as Britain’s most celebrated actress, and her hard-won place in the heart of the King. But at a time when women are second-class citizens, can her charm and spirit protect her from the dangers of the court? And at what cost? BOOKING Book tickets to Nell Gwynn