Plays

Marjorie Prime

Duration

2 hr

Marjorie Prime is a play about an uncertain future and how it influences the human psyche and actions. It explores themes of memory, identity, mortality, and technology. Marjorie Prime centers around an elderly widow named Marjorie who is suffering from dementia and her family's decision to purchase a Prime—a holographic artificial intelligence created in the likeness of her deceased husband.

This spring, London's West End invites you to witness the amazing production of Marjorie Prime - Jordan Harrison's award-winning and thought-provoking futuristic play. Be ready to be taken on an unpredictable journey filled with unexpected twists and turns that is sure to captivate your imagination in ways you never imagined.

The Story

Marjorie Prime tells the story of individuals from a distant future who are faced with the challenge of bringing back those who have passed away in order to keep their memories alive. Set in the early days of artificial intelligence, the play follows Marjorie, an 85-year-old woman struggling with her fading recollections and the pain of loss. With her new companion, Marjorie is able to explore the complexity of life and death, as well as the power of remembrance. The play also examines how technology could interact with emotions and memories in a world without physical pain or suffering.

Good for

Family audiences | Fans of drama

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Show Details

Genre: Play

Duration: To be confirmed

Audience: To be confirmed

No. of Shows a Week: ~8

Opening Date: 5 Mar 2023

Closing Date: 6 May 2023

Theatre name: Menier Chocolate Factory

Seating Capacity: 180

Theatre Facilities: Washrooms, Restaurant, Bar, Wheelchair access through Southwark Street, Accessible seating, Accessible Toilets

Dress Code: Smart casual

Cast and Crew

Director: Dominic Dromgoole

Leading Roles: Marjorie Prime are Nancy Carroll as Tess, Richard Fleeshman as Walter, Tony Jayawardena as Jon and Anne Reid as Marjorie