A Very Expensive Poison by Lucy Prebble

Written by Lucy Prebble, A Very Expensive Poison tells the story of Alexander Litvinenko, a former Russian Spy that is assassinated in broad daylight. Based on Luke Harding’s book of the same name, this real story introduces us to Litvinenko, his family, and the role he played in Russia that led to his untimely death. The audience follows his wife Marina who is searching for justice, whilst also seeing Litvinenko solve his own death. Using flashbacks, song and dance the audience are introduced to the characters, educated about Russia and its history, and shown what love for your family will make you do.

Director: Margaret Thanos | Featuring: Matt Abotomy, Eliva Andriamora, Richard Cox, Ben Dewstow, Angus Evans, Hannah Forsyth, Tom Hanaee, Amelie James-Power, Madeline Kunstler, Tasha O’Brien, Ewan Peddley, Mason Phourimath, Diego Retamales, Chloe Schwank, Luke Vesentin, Cath Young | Set & Costume Designer: Aloma Barnes | Lighting Designer: Jasmin Borsovszky | Composer & Sound Designer: Sam Cheng | Movement Director: Diana Paola Alvarado | Accent Coach: Felicity Jurd | Singing Coach: Georgia Condon |  Assistant Director: Jess Zlotnick | Costume Assistant: Sabry Beshir Mohamed | Stage Manager: Lulu Barkell | Assistant Stage Manager: Liam Gascoigne | LX/SX Operators: Georgina Moore, Noah Cohen-Stoddart