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  • Venus In Fur

    Thu 20 - Sat 24 May at 7pm
    Tickets £15-£10 (+Booking Fee)
    Actress Vanda appears unannounced for an audition with writer-director Thomas. She’s determined to land the leading role in his new production – despite seeming wrong for the part.

    ‘There are no villains ... This is a chemical reaction. Two people meet and ignite each other. It's not making some general statement about men or women.'

    'Sex, class, gender, pal.'

    Playwright Thomas is in search of the perfect actress to embody the lead character in his adaptation of the classic tale Venus In Fur. Late one evening, Vanda Jordan arrives unannounced, and seemingly totally wrong for the part. She insists on a chance to audition. 

    As the meeting unfolds, the lines between the characters and their real-life counterparts begin to dissolve, revealing deep-seated desires and the complexities of gender roles. The play is a tantalizing exploration of domination, submission, and the nature of artistic creation itself.

    Mandi Riggi directs this revival of David Ives’ modern classic, which was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Play in 2012. Mandi has written and directed several plays, including MERCY at the Hollywood Fringe (recipient of the diversity scholarship) and LEVITICUS at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, following sold-out performances Off Broadway at 59E59.

    Supported by Arts Council England, Riverside Studios and Tamasha Theatre

    Content Notice
    Running Time 75
    Wheelchair Accessible
    Wheelchair Accessible
    Assistance dogs welcome
    Assistance dogs welcome

    Tickets for Venus In Fur

    Tue 20 May, 19:00
    Wed 21 May, 19:00
    Thu 22 May, 19:00
    Fri 23 May, 19:00
    Sat 24 May, 19:00

    “It means so much to be working at CPT, it’s such a good opportunity to work in a professional environment at my age. I didn’t think that was ever going to happen and it means the world to me. It’s really going to help prepare me for my future and where I want to go”

    CYT participant and Camden student