Old Times, Harold Pinter Theatre

Star of stage and screen, Kristin Scott Thomas will once again be directed by Ian Rickson, following their previous collaborations on the critically-acclaimed productions of Harold Pinter's Betrayal and Anton Chekhov's The Seagull. Playing both Kate and Anna, Scott Thomas will alternate the roles with award-winning actress Lia Williams (The Homecoming, Skylight). They are joined by fellow award-winner Rufus Sewell, who was last seen on stage in Tom Stoppard's Rock 'n' Roll.

Running time: Approx 1h 30m

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Old Times Overview

Kristin Scott Thomas, Rufus Sewell and Lia Williams star in Harold Pinter's seductive and compelling drama Old Times, directed by Ian Rickson.

Locked away in a secluded farmhouse, Kate, Deeley and Anna reminisce about their early days together in London, but with conflicting memories and underlying sexual tensions, the past suddenly feels vividly present.

Star of stage and screen, Kristin Scott Thomas will once again be directed by Ian Rickson, following their previous collaborations on the critically-acclaimed productions of Harold Pinter's Betrayal and Anton Chekhov's The Seagull. Playing both Kate and Anna, Scott Thomas will alternate the roles with award-winning actress Lia Williams (The Homecoming, Skylight). They are joined by fellow award-winner Rufus Sewell, who was last seen on stage in Tom Stoppard's Rock 'n' Roll.

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‘A cast list to make your mouth water. A compulsive production of Pinter's tantalisingly suggestive play.’
Sunday Times

**** ‘Beautifully clear. Erotically charged. Kristin Scott Thomas and Lia Williams are superb.’
The Guardian

**** ‘Classy revival. The performances are stunning.’
Evening Standard

'Kristin Scott Thomas and Lia Williams offer fascinatingly complex and contrasting performances. Rufus Sewell is brilliant as the man in the middle.'
Sunday Express

**** ‘Compelling revival. The performances are stunning.’
Daily Express

‘Ian Rickson's production is played fast and true, pressing all the right buttons.'
What's On Stage

‘Kristin Scott Thomas and Lia Williams - a dazzling double act. Truly arresting.’
The Observer

'An extraordinary cast. Fresh, fascinating and alive.'
The Stage

‘A first rate revival. Richly intriguing. Superb. Seeing this Old Times multiple times could become an obsession.'
Independent on Sunday

'Ian Rickson's beautifully modulated production. Superb cast. Fascinating.’
Financial Times

**** ‘Memorable. Compelling. Kristin Scott Thomas has such phenomenal stage presence. Rufus Sewell is excellent.’
The Times

‘Cool, passionate and deeply unnerving. Totally gripping. I'd like to go back again and again.’
Sunday Telegraph

**** 'Menace and mystery send sparks flying.’
The Telegraph

**** ‘Ian Rickson's highly compelling revival. Fascinating.’
The Independent

**** ‘Superbly realised. Hauntingly brilliant. Rickson's masterful production.’
Time Out

‘Powerful. Mesmerising. Ian Rickson's casting is inspired.'
Art's Desk

‘Lia Williams: mesmerising and gripping performance.'
Huffington Post

'Exceptional quality of acting. Three compelling, and well-directed performances.'
Londontheatre.co.uk

No Latecomers Will Be Admitted

Old Times Access

Booking Information

Access Booking line: 0844 871 7677

Autistic Spectrum and those with Sensory and Communication difficulties

The Ambassador Theatre group know that communication is key.

We want all our patrons to have a good experience while in our theatres, so we now have a visual tool for parents and companions to use with children and adults on the autistic spectrum and/or with Sensory and Communication difficulties.

We have been researching the benefits of using visual stories and would like to offer a visual story for your visit to The Harold Pinter Theatre. We know some of our patrons find social situations difficult and understand that we are all unique.

The Harold Pinter Theatre Visual Story

Click here to download the Harold Pinter Theatre Visual Story

Access Performances

Audio Description
None scheduled
Sign Language Interpreted
None scheduled
Captioned
None scheduled
SUR Titles
None scheduled

Venue Access Information

Our Box Office and foyer are situated at street level. The Stalls seating is accessible down a flight of 23 steps. Our Dress Circle seating has the easier access, being on foyer level and can provide up to 4 wheelchair spaces per performance. Seats in front of these spaces can be moved forward to accommodate longer chairs and small scooters - please provide measurements of chairs and scooters at time of booking to enable Box Office Staff to advise you correctly.
We have a dual channel infra-red sound enhancement system in the auditorium. Using a headset (without a hearing aid) or one that is worn around the neck (with a hearing aid) you can boost the volume of the performance. There is a £10 returnable deposit for using the headsets which you can collect from the cloakroom.
Guide, hearing and other working dogs are welcome in all parts of the theatre.
Ladies and Gents toilets are located down 23 steps from the foyer to Stalls level, up 23 steps from foyer to Royal Circle and up 49 steps from foyer to Balcony level. Our Royal Retiring Room toilet is located 6 steps down from foyer level for patrons who are able to manage some steps. There is one handrail. Alternatively, for patrons with limited mobility, Strada restaurant opposite the front of the theatre on Panton Street offers the use of their accessible toilet. A member of theatre staff would be available to accompany patrons to and from the restaurant.