Most Favoured
A sharp and hilarious exploration of faith and loneliness in a Travelodge,
Most Favoured a new play from acclaimed playwright David Ireland (The Fifth Step and Ulster American), is a 45-minute one act comedy with a 6.30pm performance time that’s ideal as a kick-off for a Christmas night out. Opening at Soho Theatre from 11 December 2025 - 24 January 2026.
Mary's been sleeping with strangers across Scotland for eight months. Tonight's conquest: Mike, an American tourist who's never heard of KFC.
After the best sex of her life, she tells him what she's been hiding.
Then he tells her what he's been hiding.
Most Favoured stars Lauren Lyle (Karen Pirie, Outlander, Vigil) and Alexander Arnold (Skins, A Mother’s Son, Poldark), and is directed by Soho Theatre Associate Director Max Elton, who is known for his productions of David Ireland’s work including The End of Hope, Not Now and Yes So I Said Yes.
Venue details
- Address:
- Soho Theatre
- 21 Dean Street
- London
- W1D 3NE