The Exorcist at the Phoenix Theatre
London theatre news: Friday 18 August 2017
Horror/ suspense
Forty-six years after William Peter Blatty's best-selling novel terrified an entire generation, The Exorcist is unleashed onto the West End stage for the very first time - and we have tickets from just £20!
Image: Bill Kenwright Ltd
Prepare to be terrified as The Exorcist makes its way to London's West End, playing at the Phoneix Theatre from 20 October until 10 March 2018.
And we have !
Winner of two Academy Awards, and widely considered the scariest movie of all time, the film adaptation of The Exorcist sparked unprecedented worldwide controversy when it was released in cinemas in 1973.
Forty-six years after William Peter Blatty's best-selling novel terrified an entire generation, The Exorcist is unleashed onto the West End stage for the very first time in a uniquely theatrical experience directed by award-winning film and theatre Director Sean Mathias (Bent, No Man's Land).
Synopsis
When the medical profession fails to provide answers to young Regan's strange symptoms her desperate mother Chris turns to a local priest for help.
But before Father Damien can tackle what's before him, he must overcome his own shaken beliefs, as this fight is for more than just one girl's soul …
Inspired by true events.
Note: the production contains material which may shock and offend and is suitable for ages 18+ only.
Cast
To be announced
Creatives
Author: John Pielmeier, based on William Peter Blatty's novel
Director: Sean Mathias
Designer: Anna Fleischle
Lighting: Tim Mitchell
Sound: Adam Cork
Venue
Phoenix Theatre
Charing Cross Road
London WC2H 0JP
Dates
20 October 2017 to 10 March 2018
Mon to sat at 8pm
Matinee - Sat at 4pm
Age guidance: 18+
Tickets
From £20
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