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Following smash-hit seasons in London, queer drama Afterglow is back for a third London season.

The climax was just the beginning… S. Asher Gelman’s “steamy stripped-down look at gay intimacy’ (Huffington Post) explores the emotional, intellectual, and physical connections between three men and the broader implications within their relationships.

Reuniting its original, record-breaking creative team, including director and creator S. Asher Gelman, international hit Afterglow returns to London for a strictly limited season at Southwark Playhouse Borough.

The cast includes Hollyoaks star Peter McPherson, James Nicholson (Les Miserables) and actor and model Victor Hugo (Gemini Man).

Afterglow is booking from 12 January to 10 February 2024 at Southwark Playhouse Borough in London.

The climax is just the beginning.

When Josh and Alex, a married couple in an open relationship, invite Darius to share their bed for a night, a new and intimate connection is ignited. As all three men come to terms with their individual definitions of love, loyalty, and trust, relationships are challenged and futures are shaken. A raw, funny, and sensual exploration of polyamory, commitment, and modern love.

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Who is in the cast of Afterglow?

The cast includes Peter McPherson, James Nicholson and Victor Hugo.

The show’s understudy is Paddy Cavendish.

Afterglow - Cast: Peter McPherson, Victor Hugo, James Nicholson
Afterglow – Cast: Peter McPherson, Victor Hugo, James Nicholson

Who are the creative team of Afterglow?

S. Asher Gelman (Director/Writer); Ann Beyersdorfer (Set Designer); Justin Nardella (Costume Designer); Jamie Roderick (Lighting Designer); Alex Mackyol (Sound Designer); Lee Crowley (Intimacy Director); Anne Vosser (Casting Director); David Adkin Ltd (General Manager); James Anderton (Production Manager); Chloe Wilson (Company Stage Manager); Robbie Simpson (U.S. Associate Director); Stevan Mijailovic (U.K. Associate Director); David Burns PR (Press); Marketing and Ticketing (Cup of Ambition).

Important Notes

This production contains strong language and nudity, and is recommended for ages 16+.

Venue Information

Southwark Playhouse Borough , 77-85 Newington Causeway, London, SE1 6BD

Nearest Tube or Train: Elephant & Castle (Bakerloo line, Northern line)

Nearest Buses: 35, 40, 133, 136, 333, 343, C10, N35, N133, N343

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Afterglow is playing at the Southwark Playhouse Borough in London
The age recommendations for Afterglow are: 16+
Yes, Afterglow has matinee performances on the following days: Tuesday, Saturday
No, sorry, Afterglow has now completed its run and is no longer on sale.

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