First-look production images have been released for Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, now playing at @sohoplace in London.
Gillian Anderson stars as Martha opposite Billy Crudup as George in Marianne Elliott’s new in-the-round production, with Josh Dylan as Nick and Phoebe Horn as Honey.
A first look at the @sohoplace production
The newly released production photography by Johan Persson offers a first proper look at the four-person cast on stage. Staged in the round, the revival places the audience close to the escalating games, arguments and uncomfortable truths at the centre of Albee’s play.
The action begins in the early hours of the morning after Martha invites new professor Nick and his wife Honey back to the home she shares with George. As the drinks continue, the younger couple become caught up in George and Martha’s volatile relationship and the night moves towards a devastating confrontation.
Who is in the cast?
- Gillian Anderson — Martha
- Billy Crudup — George
- Josh Dylan — Nick
- Phoebe Horn — Honey
The production is directed by Marianne Elliott, with design by Miriam Buether, lighting by James Farncombe, sound by Ian Dickinson, movement and intimacy direction by Ingrid Mackinnon, voice and dialect coaching by Charmian Hoare, and fight direction by Sam Lyon-Behan. Casting is by Jim Carnahan CSA and Liz Fraser CSA.
When and where is Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? playing?
Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? is playing at @sohoplace from 21 September to 19 December 2026. The production runs for approximately 3 hours 30 minutes, including an interval, and has an age recommendation of 14+.
Performances are scheduled Monday to Saturday at 7pm, with Wednesday and Saturday matinees at 1.30pm. Ticket availability is limited, with the venue advising audiences to check regularly for returned tickets.
Accessible performances
- BSL interpreted: Saturday 24 October 2026 at 1.30pm
- Audio described: Saturday 7 November 2026 at 1.30pm
- Captioned: Saturday 21 November 2026 at 1.30pm
@sohoplace also provides accessible seating and wheelchair park seats, with access bookings available directly through the venue.
Content guidance
The production contains strong language and intense verbal conflict, and explores adult relationship themes including alcoholism, infertility and child loss.
Production photography
Photography: Johan Persson.
Tickets and more theatre
For current performance availability and access booking, check the official @sohoplace website. If you’re planning more theatre this autumn, have a mooch through the Autumn 2026 Theatre Guide or browse From Covers to Curtains for more stories moving between page, screen and stage.
Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
@sohoplace, London
21 September – 19 December 2026
