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4.7 26 reviews from 26 verified reviews

Starring: Denise Gough

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Starring:

Denise Gough

Are you ready for a dramatic deep-dive into addiction? Duncan Macmillan's smash hit play returns to the West End to impress audiences all over again with its compelling portrayal of one woman's battle to sober up and accept herself.

Accomplished writer Macmillan is known for his success on Lungs, Every Brilliant Thing, Don Juan Comes back From the War and more. It’s once more directed by Jeremy Herrin, who directed the original 2015 National Theatre production. The stars are aligned and the verdict is out: it’s un-missable.

Why you should book People, Places and Things tickets

Olivier-winning actor Denise Gough will reprise her role in the West End run.
The production snapped up six Drama Desk Awards, a WhatsOnStage Award, and a Critic's Circle Award before its run at the Wyndham's Theatre where it was nominated for an Olivier Award for Best New Play.
A powerful piece of theatre that will really grab your attention.

A harrowing emotional rollercoaster

The plot presents the action from the addict’s point of view, the booze and drug-addicted actor Emma. We follow her as she breaks down on stage then checks into rehab, detoxes and goes into therapy, where she refuses to share her pain and rejects any form of role play or soul-baring. Will Emma’s experience with addiction and attempts at recovery break her - or make her?

The creative team is as strong as the storyline. Tony-winning Bunny Christie reprises her innovative set design, which draws you in to give the action an intimate edge. The on-stage seating brings the emotions closer to deliver a transfixing portrayal of the agonies of addiction.

Costume designer Christina Cunningham, lighting designer James Farncombe, composer Matthew Herbert, sound designer Tom Gibbons, video designer Andrzej Goulding, movement director Polly Bennett, and casting director Jessica Ronane complete the team, with original casting by Wendy Spon.

People, Places and Things offers a gripping portrayal of addiction and recovering, enabling audiences to experience a poignant exploration of human struggles. With an Olivier-award winning actor at its helm, this production promises an unforgettable West End experience for a limited time only.

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People, Places and Things Ticket Information

Booking until:

Saturday, 10 August 2024
Running time:

2hr 30min. Incl. 1 intermission.
Age restrictions
Ages 14+.
Important Information
Contains strong language and themes of addiction, depictions of substance abuse, and references to suicide. Strobe lighting effects and the smoking of herbal cigarettes will be used.
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People, Places and Things reviews

4.7 out of 5 26 reviews

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Latest customer reviews

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A raw and honest portrayal of the journey in addiction

As someone who is 1 year sober I felt this play would appeal to me. I hadn't prepared myself for the sheer power of the performance. I laughed, cried and held my breath in places. Highly recommended.

C Reviewed on 27 July 2024 by Caroline
Letchworth Garden City, United Kingdom

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Fantastic!!! So sorry it's ending soon.

C Reviewed on 13 July 2024 by Carmen
Wynnewood, United States Of America

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Stunning. Riveting. Super-real

J Reviewed on 30 June 2024 by James
Estero, United States Of America

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Thought provoking and moving

J Reviewed on 12 June 2024 by Jacky
London, United Kingdom

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unexpected

A Reviewed on 04 June 2024 by Aleksandra
London, United Kingdom

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Tour de Force

Fantastic production, great direction, splendid design, and with a stunning central performance from Denise Gough - so powerful and moving

J Reviewed on 29 May 2024 by Janie
London, United Kingdom

Please note the reviews below are from an old production of People, Places and Things.

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A huge disappointment

A Reviewed on 17 June 2016 by Ansuya
London, United Kingdom

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Mind blowing

Didn't know much about it before going. Stunning sound, light, set design and a brilliant lead performance. Laughter and tears. Goosebumps quality.

J Reviewed on 08 June 2016 by Jonathan
Grays, United Kingdom

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Please go

Gripping, thought provoking and emotionally challenging insight into this world. Tugged on heartstrings and created a cathartic moment or two

A Reviewed on 02 June 2016 by Antony
Bewdley, United Kingdom

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Fast moving and unremittingly powerful....

This play will speak to those with experience of addiction and those who love them. It pulls no punches nor offers any neatly sown up solutions. We are cleverly taken on board the mad merry-go-round of denial with the leading character and witness the trail of dashed hopes, broken relationships and decent into near insanity for both her and those who love her...a triumphant tour de force.

S Reviewed on 31 May 2016 by Sarah
Belfast, United Kingdom

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Thought provoking

T Reviewed on 23 May 2016 by Tom
Reigate, United Kingdom

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Amazing

Adult teenagers only - very hard hitting about the effects of drugs and alcohol - totally amazing lead lady!

A Reviewed on 20 May 2016 by Anna
Isfield, United Kingdom

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Creative, original and superb acting

M Reviewed on 15 May 2016 by Martine
London, United Kingdom

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Revealing

M Reviewed on 11 May 2016 by Michael
Breakfast Point, Australia

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Great show, amazing acting, staging, sound etc

People, places and things is a sensational play, beautifully acted and staged. Denise Gough is just amazing, I find it hard to comprehend that she is able to keep up the level of emotion and energy needed to perform this play night after night but that is of course what Denise does time after time? Thoroughly deserves The Olivier Award for Best Actress. Keep up the great work cast and crew, you are all amazing.

T Reviewed on 10 April 2016 by Tracy
Dereham, United Kingdom

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Fantastic show - a must see

A truly believable performance from the lead actress and fantastically choreographed scenes. This is a must see and definitely lives up to the hype.

F Reviewed on 01 April 2016 by Faye
London, United Kingdom

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Spellbinding!

A Reviewed on 01 April 2016 by Ann
Grazeley, United Kingdom

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Great acting but story has been seen over and over again

E Reviewed on 01 April 2016 by Emilie
London, United Kingdom

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Perfect

C Reviewed on 29 March 2016 by Catriona
London, United Kingdom

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Different to what I would see

J Reviewed on 21 March 2016 by Jennifer
London, United Kingdom

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Grate!

The best show seen so far in 2016! Would highly recommend it!

A Reviewed on 20 March 2016 by Agnes
London, United Kingdom

24 Jul
2024

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by Emmie Newitt | Wednesday, July 24 2024, 08:53

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skys edge musical Standing at the Sky's Edge production image.

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09 May
2024

Production images for PEOPLE, PLACES and THINGS

by Emmie Newitt | Thursday, May 9 2024, 08:56

Duncan Macmillan's smash hit play has made a triumphant return to the West End this month!

people places and things west end Denise Gough in People, Places and Things. Photo by Marc Brenner.

Production images for PEOPLE, PLACES and THINGS

18 Apr
2024

Rehearsal images released for PEOPLE, PLACES AND THINGS

by Emmie Newitt | Thursday, April 18 2024, 09:53

Duncan Macmillan's smash hit play returns to the stage next month!

people places and things Sinéad Cusack and Denise Gough in rehearsals for People, Places & Things in the West End. Credit Marc Brenner

Rehearsal images released for PEOPLE, PLACES AND THINGS

11 Mar
2024

PEOPLE, PLACES AND THINGS returns to the West End

by Emmie Newitt | Monday, March 11 2024, 09:59

Duncan Macmillan's smash hit play will return for a strictly limited 14-week run at the Trafalgar Theatre.

people places and things west end Production images from 2016 West End production. Photo by Johan Persson.

PEOPLE, PLACES AND THINGS returns to the West End

04 Mar
2016

The National Theatre bring their latest hit to the West End

by Phil Willmott | Friday, March 4 2016, 13:14

People, Places and Things - National Theatre If anyone tells you that the West End is dumbing down point them in the direction of the Wyndham’s Theatre which is about to play host to a revival of the National Theatre's production of PEOPLE, PLACES AND THINGS.

It’s not a musical, it’s a serious and entertaining new play and such is the appetite for quality drama in London’s theatreland that the run has had to be extended. It’s now booking until 18 June 2016.

The National Theatre bring their latest hit to the West End

28 Oct
2015

People, Places and Things transfers to Wyndham's in the West End

by Oliver Mitford | Wednesday, October 28 2015, 13:27

People, Places and Things - Wyndham's Theatre The acclaimed National Theatre production of Duncan Macmillan’s new play People, Places and Things has announced its transfer to the West End in March next year.

A co-production with Headlong, People, Places and Things opened at the Dorfman Theatre at the Royal National Theatre in September 2015 and received four and five star reviews, as well as selling out for the majority of the run.

People, Places and Things transfers to Wyndham's in the West End

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