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Black Comedy

About

I know a liar in the light, and I know one in the dark.

Young sculptor Brindsley Miller is on the brink of success. He is expecting a visit from an influential art collector, whose approval could secure his future, and he is determined to present himself as sophisticated and successful.

The problem? His flat is sparsely furnished, most of the contents borrowed without permission from his neighbour – but when a sudden power cut plunges the building into darkness, Brindsley sees an opportunity. In the absence of light, he believes his deception will go unnoticed. Unbeknownst to him, the audience can see everything.

As friends, rivals, lovers, and unexpected guests arrive, the situation spirals rapidly out of control, and Brindsley’s desperate attempts to influence events only make matters worse.

Academy Award-winning Peter Shaffer also wrote Amadeus and Equus. Director Caroline Steinbeis reunites comedy legends Javier Marzan and John Nicholson for this shimmering comedy of light and darkness.

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Black Comedy

Type:Play

Orange Tree Theatre, 1 Clarence Street, Richmond, London, TW9 2NQ

Tel: 020 8940 3633

Opening Times

Season (16 May 2026 - 11 July 2026)

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