The multi award-winning production of Noël Coward’s provocative 1942 comedy “Present Laughter” featuring Andrew Scott (“Vanya,” “Fleabag”) comes to the big screen at Guild Hall as part of National Theatre Live on Friday, December 20, at 7 p.m.
As he prepares to embark on an overseas tour, star actor Garry Essendine’s (played by Scott) colorful life is in danger of spiraling out of control. Engulfed by an escalating identity crisis as his many and various relationships compete for his attention, Garry’s few remaining days at home are a chaotic whirlwind of love, sex, panic and soul-searching.
Filmed live from The Old Vic in London during a sold out run in 2019, Matthew Warchus (“Matilda The Musical”) directs this giddy and surprisingly modern reflection on fame, desire and loneliness. The play runs 180 minutes, including intermission.
Tickets are $20 at guildhall.org. Guild Hall is at 158 Main Street in East Hampton.
Staff Writer on Dec 19, 2024