Ben Daniels and Laurie Kynaston to star in MAN AND BOY at National Theatre
Photo credit: Felicity McCabe
Director Anthony Lau will make his National Theatre debut in 2026, bringing a sharp, contemporary edge to Terence Rattigan’s tale of paternity and corruption, Man and Boy, in the Dorfman theatre from 30 January-14 March.
Jazz, Broadway and the Great Depression. In 1930s New York City, international financier Gregor Antonescu’s luck has finally run out. As news of a catastrophic business deal ripples across the world, he flees to the apartment of his estranged son Basil. Truths are uncovered and relationships are tested as Gregor gets down to business, to save his reputation and keep his empire from collapse.
The cast includes Phoebe Campbell as Carol Penn, Ben Daniels as Gregor Antonescu, Laurie Kynaston as Basil Anthony, Isabella Laughland as Countess Antonescu, Malcolm Sinclair as Mark Herries, and Leo Wan as David Beeston.
Director Anthony Lau is joined by an artistic team including set and costume designer Georgia Lowe, lighting designer Elliot Griggs, movement director Aline David, composer Angus MacRae, sound designer Giles Thomas, and casting director Martin Poile CDG.
