About this event
Pretty, Witty Nell: Starring Jessica Latham
A one-woman tragicomedy about Nell Gwynne
Written entirely in rhyming iambic pentameter, this tragicomedy tells the true story of Nell Gwynne, the famous actress/prostitute and mistress of the wild British Monarch, King Charles II. Written and directed by the multi award-winning verse playwright, Ryan J-W Smith and produced by Rogue Shakespeare.
There will be an after-show talk by the playwright explaining the origin of the play and the back-story to its production.
Pretty, Witty Nell® is Ryan J-W Smith’s 7th verse play. It was premiered at the Hollywood Fringe Festival in 2019, where it received nothing but glowing reviews from critics and audience members alike; and was nominated for the coveted Hollywood Fringe International Award, which Smith/Rogue Shakespeare® have won twice previously in 2015 & 2016.
★★★★★ “Smith‘s writing is exquisite… Simply put this play is a work of genius. Genius writing, genius direction and genius acting.” – Pink Prince Theatre
“A standout solo show – perfect!” – Broadway World
"Pretty Witty Nell is a truly memorable production, a triumph.” – Twickenham and Richmond Tribune
Full Price: £13
Concession: £10 (Concessions are offered for this event for Universal Credit/Under 18's)
