Withnail and I (play)
| Withnail and I | |
|---|---|
 Poster for the Birmingham production | |
| Written by | Bruce Robinson |
| Based on | Withnail and I (1987 film) by Bruce Robinson |
| Date premiered | 3 May 2024 |
| Place premiered | Birmingham Repertory Theatre |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Setting | London, 1969 |
Withnail and I is a play by Bruce Robinson, based on the 1987 film of the same name also by Robinson.
Production history
[edit]The play had its world premiere at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre beginning previews on 3 May, with an official press night on 14 May, running until 25 May 2024. The production is directed by Sean Foley and designed by Alice Power.[1][2][3] On 18 March 2024, initial casting was announced including Robert Sheehan as Withnail, Adonis Siddique as And I (Marwood) and Malcolm Sinclair as Uncle Monty.[4]
Cast and characters
[edit]| Character | Birmingham |
|---|---|
| 2024 | |
| Withnail | Robert Sheehan |
| And I (Marwood) | Adonis Siddique |
| Uncle Monty | Malcolm Sinclair |
| Danny | Adam Young |
| Presuming Ed | Israel J. Fredericks |
| W*nker/Jake the Poacher | Morgan Philpott |
| Farmer/Colonel & Band | Matt Devitt |
| Geezer/Policeman, Band & Musical Director | Adam Sopp |
| Miss Blenehassitt/Policewoman & Band | Sooz Kempner |
References
[edit]- ^ Wiegand, Chris; editor, Chris Wiegand Stage (2023-10-11). "Withnail and I creator Bruce Robinson adapts film for the stage". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2024-03-08.
{{cite news}}:|last2=has generic name (help) - ^ Bennett, Steve. "Withnail & I becomes a stage play : News 2023 : Chortle : The UK Comedy Guide". www.chortle.co.uk. Retrieved 2024-03-08.
- ^ "Withnail and I on stage…. - Handmade Films". Retrieved 2024-03-08.
- ^ Ntim, Zac (2024-03-18). "'The Umbrella Academy' Star Robert Sheehan To Lead 'Withnail And I' Stage Adaptation". Deadline. Retrieved 2024-03-19.