The Cocktail Party is often considered one of Eliot’s best works, and was his most popular play during his lifetime. What ensues is an examination of the Chamberlayne relationship, through the lens of mysticism, psychoanalysis, and emotional deconstruction. That is, until ‘Unidentified Guest’ shows up to the party, with Lavinia in tow. Rather than cancel, Edward attempts to avert his guests’ prying enquiries after his missing wife. The only problem is, on the morning of the party, Lavinia leaves Edward. Piercing and perceptive, Eliot’s play embodies the day-to-day struggle of domestic life while turning the classic ‘drawing room comedy’ on its head.Įdward and Lavinia Chamberlayne have organized a cocktail party for their friends and peers.
Described by Eliot himself as a comedy, The Cocktail Party is a complex drama about the human mind, love and deceit. The Print Room is delighted to be working for the first time with emerging director Abbey Wright to bring back to the stage TS Eliot’s modern masterpiece. It then went on to have runs in both London and New York, with the Broadway production receiving the 1950 Tony Award for Best Play. TS Eliot’s The Cocktail Party was first performed at the Edinburgh Festival in 1949, directed by E Martin Browne and starring Alec Guinness as the metaphysical psychoanalyst. “A fitting… rather magical, ghostly space”- The Financial Times ★★★★ “A hugely welcome revival”- The Express ★★★★ “This new take is both timely and welcome”. ★★★★ “Engaging, thought-provoking and unexpectedly funny”- The Upcoming
★★★★ “Compelling to watch… a beautifully staged revival”- The Public Reviews ★★★★ “A theatrical soiree you won’t want to leave”- The Arts Desk ★★★★ “Stylish and Intelligent”- The Stage “It will do you no harm to find yourself ridiculous. (This is a past event and is no longer running)
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