Dr. Strangelove (play)
| Dr. Strangelove | |
|---|---|
 West End Promotional Poster | |
| Written by | Armando Iannucci Sean Foley |
| Based on | Dr. Strangelove by Stanley Kubrick Terry Southern Peter George |
| Date premiered | 8 October 2024 |
| Place premiered | Noël Coward Theatre, London |
Dr. Strangelove (or Stanley Kubrick's Dr. Strangelove) is an upcoming play based on the 1964 film of the same name by Stanley Kubrick, adapted for the stage by Armando Iannucci and Sean Foley.
Production history[edit]
West End (2024)[edit]
On 15 July 2023, it was announced that the adaptation will receive its world premiere in London's West End in the autumn of 2024.[1] The show is scheduled to begin performances from 8 October 2024 at the Noël Coward Theatre and planned to run through 21 December. Steve Coogan is expected to star in the production, playing multiple roles. Sean Foley will direct the production.[2][3]
Dublin (2025)[edit]
Following the London run, the production is scheduled to have its Irish premiere at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre in Dublin from 5 to 22 February 2025, also starring Coogan.
External links[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ Hussen, Dahaba Ali (2023-07-15). "Armando Iannucci to adapt Stanley Kubrick's film Dr Strangelove for stage". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2023-07-15.
- ^ Wiegand, Chris (2023-09-26). "Steve Coogan to star in Armando Iannucci's Dr Strangelove play". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2023-09-26.
- ^ Tartaglione, Nancy (2023-09-26). "'Dr. Strangelove': Steve Coogan To Star In West End Adaptation Of Stanley Kubrick Classic From Armando Iannucci & Sean Foley". Deadline. Retrieved 2023-09-26.