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Jodie Whittaker stars as The Duchess at Trafalgar Theatre

Published on

June 4, 2024

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Jodie Whittaker will star in Zinnie Harris' production of John Webster's classic The Duchess at the Trafalgar Theatre.

Doctor Who and Broadchurch star Jodie Whittaker is to return to the West End stage in Zinnie Harris' production of John Webster's classic The Duchess of Malfi. BOOK THE DUCHESS OF MALFI TICKETS

Recently widowed and in search for a new lease of life, the Duchess (played by Jodie Whittaker) defies her family’s wishes by remarrying beneath her class. However, when her brothers, driven by insurmountable greed and rage, discover her second marriage they unleash a series of cruel and devastating punishments against her that repress her power. But will their vicious atrocities come back to haunt them?

Directed and adapted by award-winning Zinnie Harris (Macbeth (an undoing)), this “towering adaptation” (The Stage) of John Webster’s thrilling drama The Duchess of Malfi explores the depths of the patriarchy against female resistance. Vivid, complex, and captivating, this contemporary production plays in the West End this autumn from 5 October 2024 at the Trafalgar Theatre. Further casting is to be announced. Please note Jodie Whittaker is not available for performances on 18th & 19th October. JOIN OUR MAILING LIST TO STAY INFORMED

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