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Downton Star Dockery Returns to Stage
3 Jul
Summary
- Michelle Dockery stars in new play 'Bloodsport'.
- The play reimagines Helen of Troy's homecoming after war.
- It runs at Stratford East from September to October.
Michelle Dockery, renowned for her role in 'Downton Abbey,' is set to grace the stage once more in the world premiere of Ava Pickett's new play, "Bloodsport: After Helen of Troy." This marks Dockery's first theatrical appearance in seven years.
The production will run at Stratford East from September 3 to October 10. The play delves into the complex homecoming of Helen, focusing on the tense first night of peace after a war waged in her name. Dockery will portray Helen, with Laura Aikman making her stage debut as Cee.
Playwright Ava Pickett, whose debut "1536" garnered critical acclaim, expressed her excitement about reimagining a familiar figure. Director Lisa Spirling, recently appointed artistic director of Stratford East, described the opportunity as a privilege. The creative team also features notable designers and composers.
