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James Dreyfus, Adrian Lukis Join Tracy-Ann Oberman in Gender-Swapped Version of Noël Coward Play ‘Present Laughter’

First publishedJul 15, 15:49 UTC

Last updatedJul 15, 20:07 UTC · 11m ago

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James Dreyfus, Adrian Lukis Join Tracy-Ann Oberman in Gender-Swapped Version of Noël Coward Play ‘Present Laughter’

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James Dreyfus and Adrian Lukis are set to join “After Life” star Tracy-Ann Oberman in a gender-swapped version of Noël Coward play “Present Laughter” at Theatre Royal Bath. Oberman, who is reimagining the play, will star as Geri Essendine, a female version of the usual lead character Garry Essendine, which was originated on stage by Coward himself. “Geri Essendine is a hugely successful actress who has been 39 for the best part of a decade,” reads the synopsis. “Her personality, wit and charm have earned her a legion of devoted fans, young and old, and a coterie of friends, acquaintances and hangers-on.

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What's the story?: James Dreyfus and Adrian Lukis are set to join “After Life” star Tracy-Ann Oberman in a gender-swapped version of Noël Coward play “Present Laughter” at Theatre Royal Bath. Oberman, who is reimagining the play, will star as Geri Essendine, a female version of the usual lead character Garry Essendine, which was originated on stage by Coward himself.
How widely is it covered?: 1 outlet, average source rating 6.0/10.
When was it last updated?: 11m ago.

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James Dreyfus, Adrian Lukis Join Tracy-Ann Oberman in Gender-Swapped Version of Noël Coward Play ‘Present Laughter’
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