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Private Lives – A masterpiece of human observation
Times change. But human beings remain much the same. Which is why Coward’s marvellous play Private Lives is still such a big hitter, as popular as ever despite being more than eighty years old.
Private Lives - The story
Elyot and Amanda were married for three volatile years. They’ve been divorced for five years but, as kindred spirits, they find it very hard to forget one another even though they have both remarried.
Elyot and his new wife Sybil are honeymooning at a smart hotel in Deauville on the French Riviera. They are happy, but she is only too aware that Elyot’s first wife still preys on his mind with worrying intensity and frequency. In the suite next door, Elyot’s first wife Amanda is honeymooning with her second husband Victor, who is shocked by the violence her first husband meted out and can’t quite get it out of his mind.
When they discover they are in adjoining suites at the same hotel, Elyot and Amanda are both desperate to leave. But their spouses refuse and storm off to eat alone. This leaves Elyot and Amanda free to meet, which they do, immediately realising they’ve made a big mistake. They are still in love, and they run away to Paris together.
Having matured a little since their divorce, the older but not much wiser couple do their best to prevent their habitual violent arguments from getting out of hand. The passion is still there… but so are all the bad elements. They can’t live apart, nor can they live together, and the arguments soon get physical, just like in the bad old days.
When Sybil and Victor turn up unexpectedly, only to become embroiled in an argument themselves, will there be a happy ending? You’ll have to see for yourself. It’s explosive, fierce, beautifully observed and as disturbing as ever, a classic brought back to life again for what’s billed to be another sell-out West End run.
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- Booking until:
Saturday, 25 November 2023
- Running time:
2h (incl. interval)
- Age restrictions
8+
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Latest customer reviews
All reviews are from customers who have been invited to leave a review just after seeing Private Lives.
Please note the reviews below are from an old production of Private Lives.
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Great NightFunny and captivating
G Reviewed on 04 December 2023 by Gwenno
United Kingdom
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A definitely must seeA Reviewed on 24 November 2023 by Ahmet
Turkey
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A great light hearted traditional comedyA brilliant classical light hearted entertaining comedy played by two brilliant talented actors . If you enjoy t radio all old fashioned classical comedy this is the show to watch .
M Reviewed on 21 November 2023 by Margaret
United Kingdom
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Fun playEasy to follow. Funny dialogue. Clever acting
C Reviewed on 10 November 2023 by Carmen
Malta
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Totally relatable! FabulousJ Reviewed on 03 November 2023 by Janie
United States Of America
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A brilliantly acted breath of fresh airA Reviewed on 29 October 2023 by Anna
United Kingdom
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EnjoyableThis was the fourth time I saw it. I enjoyed. It is fin first of all. Noel Coward has a fantastic way with Words snd he is so english. I thought all aktors were very Good. I enjoyed every minut.
I Reviewed on 28 October 2023 by Inge
United Kingdom
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Must see . Lighthearted escapismT Reviewed on 08 October 2023 by Trevor
Australia
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EntertainingD Reviewed on 03 October 2023 by Denise
United Kingdom
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A classic brilliantly actedThe storyline is beautifully developed with a clever script. The acting is brilliant and the sets are perfect. Very funny with an underlying common message about relationships.
K Reviewed on 03 October 2023 by Kathleen
United Kingdom
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Such a tonic!Excellent cast and production! Unexpected last minute theatre trip. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
L Reviewed on 26 September 2023 by Louise
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Not to be missed!W Reviewed on 24 September 2023 by William
United States Of America
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Great classic comedyTimeless British comedy. Attentive staff at Ambassadors theatre. Lovely evening
P Reviewed on 23 September 2023 by Padraig
Ireland
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Comedy At It’s BestVery funny & superbly acted by all five of the cast. Thoroughly recommend.
R Reviewed on 22 September 2023 by Rosie
United Kingdom
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Good old fashioned 20's light ComedyTakes you back to 1950s theatre
P Reviewed on 14 September 2023 by Paul
United Kingdom
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Very enjoyableExcellent actors & story line.
G Reviewed on 14 September 2023 by Glenda
Australia
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Wonderful onstage chemistryA Reviewed on 11 September 2023 by Alison
United Kingdom
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Excellent venue wonderful playG Reviewed on 08 September 2023 by George
United Kingdom
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Utter delightWhat a witty delightful evening.
L Reviewed on 04 September 2023 by Leslie
United States Of America
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So amusing and entertainingJ Reviewed on 02 September 2023 by Janice
United States Of America
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Greet the actors at the stage door!
A Reviewed on 15 September 2013 by Anonymous
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A good evenings entertainmentThe acting and stagings were excellent. A very good evening out.
A Reviewed on 28 August 2013 by Anonymous
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Private LivesThis show was extremely funny from beginning with no dull lapses. Also the acting was superb. One of the best plays I have ever seen.
A Reviewed on 22 August 2013 by Anonymous
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Private LivesFab acting, good story which had the audience gripped and laughing throughout . Def recommend a visit
A Reviewed on 16 August 2013 by Anonymous
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Coward hits the mark again A Reviewed on 06 August 2013 by Anonymous
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Overall performanceStunning, captivating and hilariously funny. Not to be missed - superb acting by all
A Reviewed on 29 July 2013 by Anonymous
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Good fun! A Reviewed on 30 June 2013 by Anonymous
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