London revival of 'ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST' at The Old Vic announced

Set in a psychiatric institution, One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest follows Chief Bromden, a long-silent patient whose view of the ward is upended by the arrival of Randle McMurphy. A charismatic gambler, his defiance sparks rebellion among the patients, who want to reclaim their sense of self against the control of Nurse Ratched, with tragic yet powerful consequences.

The production, which will be directed by Clint Dyer, will star Aaron Pierre (Othello, National Theatre) as Randle P McMurphy and Giles Terera (Passing Strange, Young Vic) as Dale Harding. Further casting for the revival is to be announced.

Director Clint Dyer said in a statement: “It feels such an honour, and the perfect time to place this wonderful play, based on the counterculture novel by Ken Kesey, back into the discourse. In directing this great play, I hope to hold more closely its original conversation on colonialism and identity from the novel, whilst maintaining its sense of mischief, anarchy and pathos.”

The creative team includes Set & Costume design by Ben Stones, Lighting design by Chris Davey, Sound design by Benjamin Grant, Movement by Lucie Pankhurst, Casting by Heather Basten CDG CSA, Associate Director Jade Hackett, Associate Wigs, Hair & Make-Up by Keisha-Paris Banya, Costume Supervisor Maybelle Laye and Cultural Consultant Nathan Woodward.

It will play at The Old Vic from 1 April to 23 May 2026.