Playhouse Creatures (2025)

I’m an actress. They’ve never had one of those before. I’m a novelty.

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It’s the swinging (16)60s, and ‘the merry monarch’ Charles II is on the throne. After violent civil war, England’s theatres have finally reopened and, for the first time, women are allowed to perform in public. In the West End, grande dame Mrs Betterton (Anna Chancellor) rules the roost. But there’s a new face in town: an orange-seller with dreams of stardom. From dressing-room camaraderie to bitter rivalry, April De Angelis’ gloriously exuberant, bawdily funny and deeply poignant play celebrates five women grabbing this newfound freedom and making their way in an unfamiliar world. But at what price?

Director: Michael Oakley
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 108 min
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Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Playhouse Creatures about?
It’s the swinging (16)60s, and ‘the merry monarch’ Charles II is on the throne. After violent civil war, England’s theatres have finally reopened and, for the first time, women are allowed to perform in public. In the West End, grande dame Mrs Betterton (Anna Chancellor) rules the roost. But there’s a new face in town: an orange-seller with dreams of stardom. From dressing-room camaraderie to bitter rivalry, April De Angelis’ gloriously exuberant, bawdily funny and deeply poignant play celebrates five women grabbing this newfound freedom and making their way in an unfamiliar world. But at what price?
Who directed Playhouse Creatures?
Playhouse Creatures was directed by Michael Oakley.
Who stars in Playhouse Creatures?
Playhouse Creatures stars Zoe Brough, Anna Chancellor, Doña Croll, Katherine Kingsley, Nicole Sawyerr.
How long is Playhouse Creatures?
Playhouse Creatures has a runtime of 1h 48m (108 minutes).
What genre is Playhouse Creatures?
Playhouse Creatures is a Drama film.