19 Sep – 28 Sep 2024

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.

Running time

2hr (approx., inc. interval)

Recommended age

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 and sexual assault, discrimination, domestic violence, verbal abuse, alcoholism, illness (vomiting) and death (heart attack).

Venue

Stage 1

Northern Stage
Barras Bridge
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 7RH

Access Performances

Audio described

Sat 21 Sep, 2:00 pm
Thu 26 Sep, 7:30 pm

BSL

Sat 21 Sep, 2:00 pm
Tue 24 Sep, 7:30 pm

Captioned

Sat 21 Sep, 7:30 pm
Sat 28 Sep, 2:00 pm

Relaxed performance

Tue 24 Sep, 7:30 pm
Sat 28 Sep, 2:00 pm

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Laura Rogers and Leander Deeny in Abigail's Party

Laura Rogers and Amy Rockson in Abigail's Party

Joe Blakemore and Laura Rogers in Abigail's Party

Chaya Gupta, Joe Blakemore, Laura Rogers and Leander Deeny in Abigail's Party

Laura Rogers, Amy Rockson and Chaya Gupta in rehearsals for Abigail's Party

Leander Deeny in rehearsals for Abigail's Party

Laura Rogers and Leander Deeny in rehearsals for Abigail's Party

Laura Rogers in rehearsals for Abigail's Party

Joe Blakemore in rehearsals for Abigail's Party

Teaser Trailer

Meet the Cast

Laura Rogers – Beverly

Leander Deeny – Laurence

Chaya Gupta – Angela

Joe Blakemore – Tony

Amy Rockson – Susan

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.

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To discuss any access needs, take a look at our access page or please call our Box Office on 0191 230 5151.

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