Overview
“If you’re looking for justice, you’re living in the wrong century”.
Philadelphia, 1983. Twenty-eight year old Phillip hasn’t stepped outside in years — surviving on canned tuna, encyclopedias, and his own wild theories about the dangers beyond the door. His older brother Treat runs his world with rules and rituals to keep them safe, bringing home whatever he can steal. Then, one night, Treat drags in Harold, a stranger stuffed with cash and soaked in whiskey. The perfect target… or so it looks. By morning, nothing will be the same.
Lyle Kessler’s Tony-nominated play comes to Jermyn Street Theatre starring Forbes Masson (Farm Hall, Laughing Boy), Olivier Award winner Chris Walley (The Lieutenant of Inishmore, The Young Offenders), and Fred Woodley Evans (Outlying Islands, Bridgerton). Former Carne Deputy Director Al Miller directs this exhilarating modern classic.
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Supported by Royal Victoria Hall Foundation
People
Harold
Treat
Phillip
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Director
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Costume Supervisor
Fight Director
Accent and Dialect Coach
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Media
“Gritty absurdist play about two damaged brothers has mystery and threat”
“Poignant, moving”
“Mesmerising production, performed exceptionally well”
“A captivating play”
“Sinister, dangerous, dazzling play - well acted and directed”
“This is skilful storytelling told with style and grace”
“A compelling revival”
“An entertaining and snappily paced production”
Tickets
24 January 2026
Monday to Saturday
7.30pm
Tuesday, Saturday
3.00pm
Running time: 120 minutes.