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Since Saturday 15 August 2020, indoor performances at London theatres have been allowed (with social distancing).


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Though some theatres remain closed, venues are starting to reopen with social distancing and safety measures in place.


The show below will not currently be playing and is scheduled to close by 15 August 2020 (when theatres can reopen for indoor performances).


Original performance dates are given below and reflect any changes we know about.



Rules for Living

4 star rating

Closed 7 Dec 2019

Tower Theatre

A seasonal family tale of disharmony, ruined expectations, overindulgence, a manic board game called "Bedlam!" and some of life's little coping mechanisms.
Rules for Living at Tower Theatre

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Show details

Synopsis


Nobody's perfect ... and, after all, it is Christmas!

(to the tune of The Holly and the Ivy)


Poor Carrie's feeling nervous

And Adam won't commit

Matthew's got a little secret

And Sheena won't submit


Oh, Mum's been planning Xmas

Since early January

How are they going to cope with life?

Thank God for therapy!


What happens when an extended family gathers in the kitchen for a traditional Christmas?


As long-held mechanisms for survival are laid bare, even Mum, who's been preparing this lunch since last January, becomes embroiled.


Long-held rivalries and resentments will out.


Accusations fly, relationships deconstruct.


Rules For Living is a seasonal family tale of disharmony, ruined expectations, overindulgence, a manic board game called "Bedlam!" and some of life's little coping mechanisms.


Let the festivities commence!


Background, advisory warnings


Age suitability: Not available


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Dates


Previews from:Wednesday 27 November 2019

Closes:Saturday 7 December 2019

Performance days & times


Evening:

Tuesday ‑ 7‑30pm

Wednesday ‑ 7‑30pm

Thursday ‑ 7‑30pm

Friday ‑ 7‑30pm

Saturday ‑ 7‑30pm


Matinee:
Saturday - 3-00pm

Running time: To be confirmed

Tickets


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Cast


Matthew: Adam Hampton-Matthews

Carrie: Kasia Chodurek

Sheena: Hattie Hahn

Adam: Dickon Farmar

Edith: Rosanna Preston

Francis: Tom Tillery

Emma: Helena Braithwaite


Creatives


Author: Sam Holcroft
Director: John Chapman
Set designer: Rob Hebblethwaite
Costume designer: David Taylor
Lighting: Nick Insley
Sound: Tamara Douglas- Morris
Fight director: Richard Kirby

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