Abigail's Party
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Overview
A Northern Stage, Rose Theatre, Colchester Mercury Theatre and ETT co-production
Written by Mike Leigh
Directed by Jack Bradfield
Beverly, the queen of suburbia, is hosting a cocktail party.
Next door, 15-year-old Abigail is throwing a party of her own.
No one can stop talking about Abigail’s party. No one can stop thinking about Abigail’s party.
Something must be done about Abigail’s party.
Welcome to Mike Leigh’s cult-classic comedy – prepare to see it like never before.
This is the party to end all parties, and you’re all invited. Please RSVP.
Our production of Abigail’s Party is supported by a grant from the Royal Theatrical Support Trust. Jack Bradfield, the director, is the winner of the 2023 RTST Sir Peter Hall Director’s Award.
If a performance is sold out, email info@northernstage.co.uk or call 0191 230 5151 to be added to our waiting list.
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Rehearsal Photos
Meet the Cast
Laura Rogers – Beverly
Leander Deeny – Laurence
Chaya Gupta – Angela
Joe Blakemore – Tony
Amy Rockson – Susan
Laura Rogers
Leander Deeny
Chaya Gupta
Joe Blakemore
Amy Rockson
Content guidance
Suitable for ages 12+.
Please note this production contains strong language, amplified sound, smoking cigarettes/cigars (these are props and use a harmless vapour to represent smoke), references of fatphobia, racism, discrimination, domestic violence, verbal abuse, alcoholism, illness (vomiting) and death (heart attack).
During the show, peanuts will be eaten on stage. For those with allergies who may wish to sit further back, please contact our Box Office on 0191 230 5151 or email us on info@northernstage.co.uk.
There are two entrances to the theatre, Kings Road Entrance (this is the taxi drop-off/collection point) and the Main Entrance.
Both level entrances have automated doors. These lead into the foyer area where you will find the Restaurant, Bar, Box Office and entrances to Stages 1, 2 and 3.
STEP FREE ACCESS
Northern Stage is fully accessible. The theatre has three lifts providing access to all parts of the building, including the accessible toilets, baby changing facilities, stages 2 & 3 and the backstage area. Buggy parking is available
WHEELCHAIR SPACES
There are five wheelchair positions in Stage 1, two positions in Stage 2 and all seats are removeable in Stage 3.
TOILETS
We have a Changing Places toilet in the Stage 1 lobby and accessible toilets in Stage 3 and Stage 2 lower entrance lobby. Gender neutral toilets are situated in the Stage 2 lower entrance lobby.
HEARING ENHANCEMENT
Induction loop system in all public spaces, and an infra-red system in all three stages. (In Stage 1 the induction loop is best covered in rows E – L).
ASSISTANCE
One free ticket for the assistant of a disabled person who is not able to attend unaccompanied.
BOOKING COMPANION SEATING
To book a free ticket for a wheelchair companion or an assistant, contact our Box Office on 0191 230 5151, via email at boxoffice@northernstage.co.uk or by visiting our Box Office in person.
GUIDE DOGS
Guide, hearing and all working dogs are welcome here.
SEAT ACCESSIBILITY
Stage 1: Seats are 43 cm wide, 41cm deep, with 46cm between arm rests. The aisleway is 51cm deep from the seat back. Arm rests cannot be removed.
Stage 2: Seats are 40cm wide, 41cm deep. The aisleway is 64cm deep from the seat back. There are no arm rests.
Our seats are rated to British Standards at installation and are guaranteed to hold up to 110kg.
More Information
To discuss any access needs, take a look at our access page or please call our Box Office on 0191 230 5151.