Ghosts

1 hr 37 min | Critically Acclaimed, Plays | 2014

Ibsen’s Ghosts attracted controversy at its premiere, and deals with subjects such as religion, incest, euthanasia and, most shockingly at the time, venereal disease. This production, captured live at London’s Trafalgar Studios, starred Lesley Manville as Helene Alving.

Ibsen’s Ghosts attracted controversy at its premiere for its scathing commentary on nineteenth century societal norms. It deals with subjects such as religion, incest and euthanasia and, most shockingly at the time, venereal disease. This production, captured by Digital Theatre live at London’s Trafalgar Studios, was directed by Richard Eyre and starred Lesley Manville, in a highly praised performance, as Helene Alving. It won three Olivier Awards: Lesley Manville for Best Actress, Jack Lowden for Best Actor in a Supporting Role and Best Revival.

Details

Actor
Lesley Manville, Jack Lowden, Adam Kotz, Brian McCardie, Charlene McKenna
Director
Richard Eyre
Writer
Henrik Ibsen
Producer
Stephen Quinn, Tom Shaw
Designer
Tim Hatley, Peter Mumford, John Leonard