Doctor Who and House of the Dragon star Matt Smith makes his West End debut in An Enemy of the People, coming to the Duke of York’s Theatre in 2024. Unveil the truth within this classic Ibsen play, and book An Enemy of the People tickets now on London Theatre.
An Enemy of the People is a timeless masterpiece that explores ethics, truth and societal responsibility. Set in a coastal town reliant on its thriving spa industry, the play tells the tale of Dr Thomas Stockmann, who stumbles upon a harrowing truth about the spas. However, his revelation triggers a chain of events that threaten to fracture the very fabric of the community.
Thomas Ostermeier conceived and directed this production of An Enemy of the People in the West End, which is the first English-language production of his acclaimed German adaptation of the classic play. Ostermeier is known for his bold adaptations of works by classic playwrights, and he often recontextualises these plays to address modern themes.
An Enemy of The People had enjoyed a rich and diverse history of global productions. Since its Norwegian debut in 1883, the play has resonated with audiences worldwide, transcending linguistic and cultural boundaries. This time around, London audiences will also get a live look at the talents of Smith, known for playing the 11th doctor in Doctor Who and Prince Daemon Targaryen in House of the Dragon.
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Access performances
Tues 12 March at 7.30pm - BSL Interpreted Tues 19 March at 7.30pm - Audio Described
2 hours 15 mins including interval
6th February, 2024
13th April, 2024
TBC
By: Henrik Ibsen, adapted by Thomas Ostermeier and Florian Borchmeyer
Director: Thomas Ostermeier
Cast list: Matt Smith (as Dr. Thomas Stockmann), Jessica Brown Findlay (as Katharina Stockmann), Priyanga Burford (as Aslaksen), Zachary Hart (as Billing), Paul Hilton (as Peter Stockmann), Nigel Lindsay (as Morten Kiil), Shubham Saraf (as Hovstad)
Design: Jan Pappelbaum
Costumes: Natasha Jenkins
Lighting: Urs Schönebaum
Sound: Ben and Max Ringham
Other info: Wall paintings by Katharina Ziemke, original costume design by Nina Wetzel, original lighting design by Erich Schneider, original sound design by Malte Beckenbach and Daniel Freitag
Location: West End
Railway station: Charing Cross
Bus numbers: (Charing Cross Road) 24, 29, 176; (Strand) 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 23, 87, 91, 139
Night bus numbers: (Charing Cross Road) 24, 176, N5, N20, N29, N41, N279; (Strand) 6, 23, 139, N9, N15, N11, N13, N21, N26, N44, N47, N87, N89, N91, N155, N343, N551
Car park: Chinatown (5mins)
Directions from tube: (5mins) Take Charing Cross Road to St Martin’s Court, head down until the end and then take a right onto St Martin’s Lane until you reach the theatre on your right.
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Henrik Ibsen wrote An Enemy of the People. Some of his other famous works include A Doll's House, Hedda Gabler, and Ghosts. Ibsen's plays are known for their complex characters and themes.
Thomas Ostermeier directs the 2024 West End adaption of An Enemy of the People. Ostermeier is a prominent and innovative German theatre director known for his groundbreaking work in contemporary theatre. He pushes boundaries of traditional theatre and challenges the audience to tackle complicated themes.
An Enemy of the People is appropriate for audiences 12 and older, and it is generally not suitable for young children. The themes, including ethics, truth, societal responsibility, and corruption, may not be appropriate or engaging for children.
An Enemy of the People is a significant and influential play in theatre history. The show is widely regarded as a classic of dramatic literature and has received critical acclaim for its thought-provoking themes, complex characters, and enduring relevance. And with the talents of Matt Smith and Thomas Ostermeier coming together, this production promises to be a uniquely thrilling one.
Doctor Who's Matt Smith will star in Henrik Ibsen's classic play, Enemy of the People at the Duke of York Theatre for a limited time only. Watch as a doctor confronts a town's corrupt leadership when he discovers dangerous pollution in the local spa's water. Learn more about Enemy of the People tickets on London Theatre.
An Enemy of the People is playing at Duke of York's Theatre. The theatre is located at 104 St Martin's Lane, London, WC2N 4BG.
The running time of An Enemy of the People is 2 hours 15 mins including interval
The recommended age for An Enemy of the People is TBC.
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