Theatre closures due to coronavirus outbreak
Since Saturday 15 August 2020, indoor performances at London theatres have been allowed (with social distancing).
Outdoor performances (where possible) can also go ahead.
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.
Closed 7 Dec 2019
Tower Theatre
Image courtesy Tower Theatre
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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Theatre
Stoke Newington
London N16 7HR
Dates
Performance days & times
Tuesday ‑ 7‑30pm
Wednesday ‑ 7‑30pm
Thursday ‑ 7‑30pm
Friday ‑ 7‑30pm
Saturday ‑ 7‑30pm
Tickets
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