Cast announced for West End transfer for ARCADIA

Arcadia, which premiered at the National Theatre in 1993, takes place in the elegant estate owned by the Coverly family, across two timelines: in 1809, teenage prodigy Thomasina Coverly and her tutor Septimus Hodge explore issues both intellectual and romantic. In the modern day, a group of academics led by historian Hannah Jarvis investigate a mysterious scandal involving Lord Byron that possibly took place at the estate in 1809. Arcadia explores the nature of truth and time, the difference between classical and romantic temperaments, and the disruptive influence of sex on our lives. It won an Olivier Award for Best Play in 1993.

Carrie Cracknell's 2026 Old Vic revival received two Olivier Award nominations, including Best Revival and Best Actress in a Supporting Role for Isis Hainsworth. It is now transferring to the Duke of York’s Theatre, which is being newly renovated into the round, with limited on-stage seating available for the performance. The West End transfer will mark the second time that Arcadia has been performed at the Duke of York's, since David Leveaux’s 2009 production.

The West End cast includes Nikki Amuka-Bird as Hannah Jarvis and Oliver Chris as Bernard Nightingale, who join the cast alongside Aaron Anthony as Richard Noakes, David Buttle as Captain Brice, Matthew Doswell as Gus Coverly / Augustus Coverly and Yolanda Kettle as Lady Croom. Returning to the production following The Old Vic run are Angus Cooper as Valentine Coverly, Seamus Dillane as Septimus Hodge, Tim Frances as Jellaby, Holly Godliman as Chloë Coverly, Isis Hainsworth reprising her Olivier Award-nominated role as Thomasina Coverly, and Matthew Steer as Ezra Chater.

Arcadia will play at the Duke of York's from Saturday 20 June to Saturday 12 September 2026, with Press Night on Wednesday 1 July at 7pm.

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