What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank – Extended Run at Marylebone Theatre!
Get ready, theatre lovers! The critically acclaimed production What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank is making a triumphant return to the Marylebone Theatre for a four-week extension from 20 January to 15 February 2025. After a sold-out run, this sharp, provocative, and darkly funny play is back by popular demand, and you won’t want to miss it!
A Story That Challenges and Provokes
Adapted from Nathan Englander’s Pulitzer Prize-finalist short story, this serious comedy dives deep into identity, politics, and the complexities of modern life. The story follows two Jewish couples—one secular, the other ultra-Orthodox—as an unexpected argument unfolds over drinks, revealing raw truths and challenging perspectives.
A Star-Studded Cast and Award-Winning Direction
Directed by the award-winning Patrick Marber (Leopoldstadt, The White Factory), the stellar cast includes Joshua Malina (The West Wing, Scandal), Caroline Catz (Doc Martin, DCI Banks), Dorothea Myer-Bennett, Simon Yadoo, and Gabriel Howell. From laugh-out-loud moments to thought-provoking debates, this play promises a rollercoaster of emotions.
Why You Can’t-Miss This Show
This production has been praised for its balance of humour and hard-hitting themes, exploring the lines between friendship, faith, and family. Audiences are drawn in by its sharp dialogue and the poignant questions it raises about modern Jewish identity and historical trauma. Whether you’re a theatre enthusiast or someone looking for a show that sparks conversation, this play is a must-see event of the season.
In addition to its rich narrative, the play’s staging at the Marylebone Theatre provides an intimate setting that pulls the audience into the character’s emotional and philosophical struggles. With themes that resonate deeply in today’s world, this production offers not just entertainment, but a space for reflection and dialogue.
2025 Production Archive
The Marylebone Theatre extension ran from 20 January to 15 February 2025. Tickets were listed from £20 at the time; this page is now retained as a production archive.
