The Story
Thu 27 Aug · 20:30
Olivier - National Theatre
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The Story is a newsroom drama written by Tracey Scott-Wilson and stars Letitia Wright. This UK premiere takes place at the Olivier - National Theatre in London on 27 August 2026. Tickets start from £35.00.
Black Panther star Letitia Wright will star in the UK premiere of Tracey Scott-Wilson's The Story, a smart and slick newsroom drama about an ambitious young reporter's investigation of a murder of a white teacher in a black neighbourhood. Clint Dyer (Othello, Death of England) directs this thrilling mystery play about the elusive nature of the truth, which offers a raw look at the relationship between race and media.
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The Story is held at Olivier - National Theatre in London (South Bank).
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The Story is a newsroom drama written by Tracey Scott-Wilson and stars Letitia Wright. This UK premiere takes place at the Olivier - National Theatre in London on 27 August 2026. Tickets start from £35.00.
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Black Panther star Letitia Wright will star in the UK premiere of Tracey Scott-Wilson's The Story, a smart and slick newsroom drama about an ambitious young reporter's investigation of a murder of a white teacher in a black neighbourhood. Clint Dyer (Othello, Death of England) directs this thrilling mystery play about the elusive nature of the truth, which offers a raw look at the relationship between race and media.
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The Story takes place on Thursday, 27 August 2026 at 20:30.
Where is The Story taking place?
The Story is held at Olivier - National Theatre in London (South Bank).
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Tickets for The Story are priced at £35.
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