Folkestone screens The Motive and The Cue
A play about a Broadway production of Hamlet comes to Folkestone, directed by Sam Mendes and starring Mark Gatiss. The story explores the collision of two ages of theatre as rehearsals progress.
National Theatre Live: The Motive and The Cue
21 Feb 2027
Quarterhouse (Folkestone)
On Sunday, 21 February 2027, the Quarterhouse in Folkestone will screen National Theatre Live: The Motive and The Cue, a play directed by Sam Mendes and starring Mark Gatiss, Johnny Flynn, and Tuppence Middleton.
What is the play about? The Motive and The Cue by Jack Thorne is set in 1964 and revolves around Richard Burton's preparation to play the title role in an experimental new Broadway production of Hamlet, under the direction of John Gielgud, played by Mark Gatiss.
Who is behind this production? The play is directed by acclaimed director Sam Mendes and features an Olivier Award-winning performance by Mark Gatiss, with a cast that also includes Johnny Flynn and Tuppence Middleton.
Why should I attend? The Motive and The Cue is a fierce and funny five-star play that explores the collision of two ages of theatre, and with its acclaimed cast and director, it is an event worth attending; tickets are with the button beside the article.
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