Amy Di Bartolomeo and Orla O’Sullivan to star in PRIVATE LIVES at Reading Rep
Reading Rep Theatre has announced casting for its upcoming production of Noël Coward's Private Lives, which plays at the venue from 16 April-19 May.
Olivier Award nominated for her role as Emily Charlton in the original cast of The Devil Wears Prada, Amy Di Bartolomeo will make her Reading Rep Theatre debut as the progressively independent Amanda, while Orla O’Sullivan returns to the theatre to play Amanda’s ‘ex-husbands-new-wife’, the superbly organised Sybil.
The sharp wit and acerbic comedy of Private Lives is brought to life under the direction of Matthew Forbes. Of working with this team, he said…
“I’m delighted to return to Reading Rep to bring Private Lives to the stage. It’s a privilege to explore Coward’s work with a world-class creative team and immensely talented cast. Amy brings her razor sharp wit, charisma, and an emotional intelligence that will make Coward’s language truly sing. Known for her stand out performances on some of London’s most prestigious stages I’m thrilled that she is joining us in this intimate setting; where every glance, pause, and cutting remark lands with thrilling immediacy. It’s a joy to be reunited with Orla after working together on The Snow Queen. Orla has that rare instinct for both comedy and vulnerability, and as a much-loved presence at Reading Rep I’m sure audiences will be delighted. Between them there’s an electricity that feels completely right for Private Lives. I’m incredibly excited to get them in a rehearsal room together; I think audiences are going to see something extraordinary.”
Alongside Matthew, a stellar creative team will help bring this production to life, including set and costume designer Kevin Jenkins, lighting designer Elliot Griggs, sound designer Raffaela Pancucci, and casting director Jill Green Casting.
Further casting information to follow.