Orlando
Orlando
Michael Grandage directs Emma Corrin in Neil Bartlett’s "poetic reimagining" (City AM) of Virginia Woolf’s modern masterpiece - Orlando.
Born in the reign of Elizabeth I, our hero-heroine Orlando journeys through five centuries in this "rompish wild-goose chase through time, place and gender" (Guardian) to just one question; how do any of us find the courage to truly be ourselves?
Leading an eleven-strong company in a bold new staging, Olivier Award nominee Emma Corrin returns to London's West End in one of the most surprising stories in the English language. An inspiring vision of all bodies having equal rights to love.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Emma Corrin is glorious’ – Guardian
⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Pure star quality’ - Daily Telegraph
- Booking Information
The performance on the 23rd February at 7.30 will be filmed.
- Good To Know
Captioned performance Saturday 11th February
Filmed performance Thursday 23rd February
- Seat Selection Info
The performance on the 23rd February at 7.30 will be filmed.
Additional Details & FAQ
- Access Information
For access information please call the box office on 020 3925 2998
- Cancellation Policy
No refund or exchanges are available after purchase.
- How Does It Work
Online Check-in will be required for this event
To assist with test and trace the venue are introducing an airline-style check-in.
- 48 hours before your performance you will receive a pre-visit email with a check-in link from Nimax Theatres
- You will be required to confirm that members of your party do not have Covid-19 symptoms - if you cannot confirm this you will be given details on how to exchange (this must be completed no later than 10am on the morning of your performance).
- Email address - this will be used to communicate pre-show procedures to you, assist with test and trace and provide e-tickets on completion of check-in.
- The venue will only accept E-ticket for admittance
- Nimax Theatres will provide you with a contactless e-tickets upon completion of “check-in”.
- Where Do I Go
Gillian Lynne Theatre, Drury Lane
Reviews
Paul W.
Feb 17, 2023
Having part read the book aeons ago and really enjoyed the Sally Potter film I didn't know how it would be brought to the stage. As it turned out I had nothing to worry about. It was absolutely fantastic to get so much into 90 minutes. Astounding lead from Emma Corrin and all her supporting cast. A great production with minimal set and fantastic effects and lighting. It took a while to ' come down ' after believe me.
Gabriele
Feb 15, 2023
This play pays an exquisite homage to the original novel (as to theater itself: I found the idea of the chorus brilliant), mirroring its complexity of the emotional and intellectual content. I loved how the scenes passed through all sorts of different moods, always in a consistent way. The acting is superb from all the performers, with of course Emma Corring standing out for their natural way of shifting multiple times from male voice and gesturality to female ones. Maybe in my sensibility the ending is a bit too assertive, rather than leaving some issues answered, but it still proves a solid craftsmanship from the playwright.
Julia Clark
Feb 9, 2023
Although we were disappointed to not see Emma Corrin in the lead, however, Oliver Wickam's portrail of Orlando was superb! Perfect casting! Thankyou Neil Bartlett for casting a non binary actor for the understudy. Deborah Findley was wonderful and the supporting team of actors made in all a memorable afternoon at the theatre.
Judith Diment
Feb 5, 2023
A wonderful theatrical experience and very topical! Exceptional direction, production and a stellar cast headed by the outstanding Emma Corrin who was sensational. Don't miss it!
Mayflower
Jan 5, 2023
Funny and engaging. So glad we got to see it!
Dee
Dec 23, 2022
Emma Corrin was excellent as Orlando, they commanded the stage. An imaginative reimagining of Virginia Woolf’s story, in a gorgeous theatre!
Iz
Dec 15, 2022
Much better than expected!
J Brown
Dec 14, 2022
Over-rated by reviewers. Emma Corrin’s character did not grow through the performance.
Daniela
Dec 11, 2022
This adaptation of Virginia Woolf's Orlando was absolutely magnificent. I was moved by the use of Virginia Wolf as a character. Emma Corrin was amazing as Orlando. Deborah Findley was excellent and her comedic tempo was spot on.
Kieron
Dec 4, 2022
We were totally absorbed from start to finish. 90mins went by in flash but we journeyed with the cast through so much. Clever, funny, heavy hitting and brilliantly acted.
Janet
Nov 29, 2022
This was a great adaptation of a complex and seminal book. Staging was bold. Performances strong. Music and direction were clear, humours and confident. The Virginia Greek chorus was genius. Loved it.