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The Duchess

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Jodie Whittaker defies expectations in a new take on a classic revenge story. Witness a Duchess fight for love and freedom against her power-hungry family.

Returning to the stage for the first time in over a decade, Jodie Whittaker (Doctor Who, Broadchurch) takes on the role of a lifetime in Zinnie Harris’ contemporary adaptation of John Webster's thrilling drama, The Duchess of Malfi. Playing at the Trafalgar Theater for 11 weeks, this play explores the depths of the patriarchy against female resistance. Don’t miss your chance to see this critically acclaimed play. Grab your tickets for The Duchess in London today!

The story

A recently widowed Duchess makes a daring choice: she marries for love, defying her powerful brothers who believe they control her destiny. This act of rebellion ignites a power struggle. Consumed by a toxic mix of greed and a warped sense of entitlement, the brothers unleash a campaign of cruelty to bend the Duchess to their will. Caught in a bloody struggle for autonomy, the Duchess must fight for her newfound love and carve her own path. But will her defiance come at a terrible price?

Great for

Fans of classic dramas with a modern twist | Doctor Who fans | Girls’ night out

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Show Details

Genre: Play

Audience: Suitable for 12+

Theater Name: Trafalgar Theater

Seating Capacity: 630

Theater Facilities: Bar, cloakroom, accessible toilets, assistance dogs allowed, wheelchair accessible

Dress Code: Smart casual

Cast & Crew

Leading Role: Jodie Whittaker as The Duchess

Direction and Adaptation: Zinnie Harris

Writer: John Webster

Additional Tips

Most theaters are air-conditioned year-round, so it can get a bit chilly. Bring a light jacket just in case.

Jodie Whittaker is not performing on the 18th and 19th of October 2024.

The theater is accessible for wheelchair users, but size and weight restrictions apply

Induction Loop Necklace and Headset hearing devices are available at the kiosk

Guide Dogs are permitted in the auditorium.