‘Jekyll and Hyde’ – a mystery tale about the timeless conflict between good and evil – caused a sensation when it was published in 1886. In this highly acclaimed, gripping solo play, Mark Stratford offers a compelling and faithful adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s gothic classic.
In fog-bound Victorian London, Gabriel Utterson works as a respectable lawyer. Concerned by a strange clause in his friend Henry Jekyll’s will, Utterson investigates the sinister Edward Hyde – Jekyll’s unlikely protégé. Convinced that Jekyll and Hyde’s relationship is founded on blackmail, Utterson embarks on a quest to learn more but, as he does so, finds the truth to be far worse than he could have ever imagined…
(This stage version has been faithfully abridged and adapted from the novella; wherever possible all the key story points and Stevenson’s words have been used, and the play’s structure follows that of the chapters of the book.)
“A brilliant introduction to a classic of English literature…This is 80 minutes of the most effective theatrical storytelling…It is a truly mesmerising performance” North West End UK
“In Mark Stratford’s highly accomplished hands…the storytelling is as clear as it could possibly be…Stratford is a very talented actor…Definitely one to catch if you can.” Sardines
“A gripping one-man show. (Stratford’s) performance held the theatre spellbound…It is a model of what a one-person show should be…Be prepared to be scared – entertained” Reviews Gate
Age Guide: 12+
The ticket price of £17 includes a £1 booking fee.