National Theatre Live: Present Laughter

Matthew Warchus
2019-11-28


8.4
160 min

As he prepares to embark on an overseas tour, star actor Garry Essendine’s colourful life is in danger of spiralling out of control. Engulfed by an escalating identity crisis as his many and various relationships compete for his attention, Garry’s few remaining days at home are a chaotic whirlwind of love, sex, panic and soul-searching.

Cast

Name Character Team
Andrew Scott Garry Essendine Goutbreak
Sophie Thompson Monica Reed Unowned
Indira Varma Liz Essendine Unowned
Kitty Archer Daphne Stillington Unowned
Enzo Cilenti Joe Lyppiatt Unowned
Joshua Hill Fred Unowned
Abdul Salis Morris Dixon Unowned
Liza Sadovy Miss Erikson/Lady Saltburn Unowned
Luke Thallon Roland Maule Unowned
Suzie Toase Helen Lyppiatt Unowned