Blue/Orange

Greenwich Theatre has announced the cast for its upcoming award-winning autumn show, Blue/Orange. Written by Joe Penhall (The Road, 2009; Mindhunter, 2017) a talented trio of performers will bring new vibrancy to the powerful and provocative play, tackling issues of race, mental health and institutional power. 

The cast comprises John Michie (Taggart, ITV; Holby City, BBC; Coronation Street, ITV), Rhianne Barreto (The Outlaws, BBC; Honour, ITV; No Escape, Paramount+), and Matthew Morrison (EastEnders, BBC; Boy Meets Boy, Cosmic Productions). Highlighting inequalities in the treatment of mental health through sharp, confrontational dialogue and psychological tension, the plot follows a young, enigmatic Black patient named Christopher (Morrison) who claims to be the son of an African dictator and the two psychiatrists responsible for his treatment. 

In a coup for the South London venue, Penhall will be revisiting his original groundbreaking script by repositioning the character of Bruce from a young White British man to a young South Asian woman. Not only does this shift ensure a more accurate representation of what the NHS looks like in 2025 but also raises the tension and stakes between the three characters, creating a multi-layered exploration of the inequalities of treatment within the mental health system.

With the casting announcement and updated script reflecting the lives and experiences of modern British health professionals, this production showcases Greenwich Theatre’s commitment to producing powerful theatre that will challenge audiences to reflect on important topics like prejudice and systemic bias.

Blue/Orange is running at Greenwich Theatre from 1 to 25 October 2025.

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