Plays

Dance of Death Tickets

Duration

1 hr 30 mins

Embark on a journey of an intense marital discord with Edgar and Alice, a hostile couple whose lives are thrown into jeopardy with the arrival of a mysterious stranger.

Don't miss out on a classic reinvented. Experience August Strindberg's Dance of Death come to life in a contemporary adaptation by Marit Moum Aune. This Norwegian star-studded show follows the tragicomedy tale of Edgar and Alice, a Swedish couple whose marriage is on the brink of ruin. Locked not just in an intense battle within their marriage but also in an isolated castle, chaotic interaction ensues as they grapple with the complexities of love and hatred, and ultimately, come to terms with the inevitability of death.

To add fire to the fuel? The mysterious appearance of a stranger who threatens to unravel secrets that have long been buried. Will Edgar and Alice's marriage see past its 25th anniversary or will they be buried under the weight of their secrets and desires? Book your Dance of Death London tickets to find out! For anyone who is looking for a piece of theater that marries comedy, tragedy and reality, Dance of Death is an absolute must-see.

The entire play is performed in Norwegian with English surtitles.

Great For

Dark Comedy Enthusiasts | Drama Lovers

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Show Details

Genre: Play

Duration: 1 hr 30 mins without interval

Audience: Suitable for ages 14+

No. of Shows a Week: ~7

Opening Date: 16 Mar 2023

Closing Date: 31 Mar 2023

Theatre Name: The Coronet Theatre

Theatre Facilities: Accessible foyer, A Bar, Restrooms, Captioned and Audio Described Performances, BSL Performances

Dress Code: Smart casual

Cast & Creatives

Cast

Pia Tjelta as Alice

Jon Øigarden as Edgar

Thorbjørn Harr as Kurt

Director

Marit Moum Aune

Translation

Kjell Askildsen

Composition

Nils Petter Molvær

Costume Design

Even Børsum

Lighting Design

Agnethe Tellefsen

Sound Design

Bendik Toming

Additional Tips

Keep in mind, the theatre is air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly. Bring along a light jacket if needed.