People, Places and Things

People, Places and Things is a powerful and intense drama by Duncan Macmillan that explores addiction and recovery through the story of Emma, a successful actress whose life spirals out of control after a public breakdown during a stage performance.

Admitted to a rehabilitation center, Emma confronts the harsh realities of addiction while navigating the blurred boundaries between her theatrical career and personal identity.

The play offers a raw, unflinching look at the challenges of detox, group therapy, and the struggle to rebuild one’s life, while also examining themes of self-deception, control, and the search for authenticity. Denise Gough’s riveting performance as Emma drives the emotional core of the production, highlighting the complexity and humanity of addiction.

reviews

Financial Times
“blisteringly funny, brilliantly funny and achingly human”
 
The Guardian
“The extraordinary Denise Gough electrifies as a raging, terrified addict”
 
The Times
“Theatre at it’s most vivid. an unforgettable night”