Hitchcock meets Lord of the Flies in a comedy-thriller about 3 friends whose get-rich-quick plan backfires spectacularly.
Following multiple sell out dates on their Spring tour, ROTTEN is back this Autumn. This debut play, written by Josie White and directed by Rikki Beadle-Blair, is a bold and honest insight into the complex morals and malicious actions that desperate times push us towards. With betrayal, double-crossings and romance interwoven amongst a group of antiheros who are struggling to make ends meet, this thriller will have audiences questioning their neighbours and themselves.
ROTTEN follows three young actresses sharing a dwindling dream and skimping on electricity, barely making it to the end of each month. Living in the posh block of flats opposite them is Instagram celebrity ‘The Honourable’ Iris Montague-Willis. With front-row seats to the envious life of the newly engaged influencer, one evening has them in an all-new position of power as they spy Iris in a compromising position with another woman. Identity, morals, and trust are all questioned, as White’s debut play investigates mental health and shifting allegiances relevant to wider communities.
Influenced by Hitchcock and Agatha Christie, ROTTEN uses the intense setting of high-stakes drama to explore themes that are poignant to the lives of young people today. Intertwining the cost-of-living crisis, capitalism, mental health, and social media, White’s play shines a light on the economic and social crisis with sharp observation and wit.
Cast: Sonia Kavita Vyas (she/her): Saoirse Nicola Taggart (she/her): Coco Narisha Lawson (she/her): Iris Alice Berry (she/her): Ross Sam Butters (he/him).
ROTTEN: 6th – 7th November 2024
Omnibus Theatre, 1 Clapham Common North Side, London, SW4 0QW
19:00 / 19:00 + 21:00
Further Info & Tickets: ROTTEN - Omnibus Theatre (omnibus-clapham.org)
UK Tour
- 12th October Nottingham Playhouse
- 15th October Harlow Playhouse
- 30th October Waterside Arts Centre, Sale
- 6th – 7th November Omnibus Theatre
- 8th November Drama Studio, University of Sheffield
- 15th – 16th November Birmingham Rep