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National Theatre Live: The Fifth Step

  • Gloucester Guildhall 23 Eastgate Street Gloucester United Kingdom (map)

The Fifth Step by David Ireland

directed by Finn den Hertog

Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk) is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, The Responder)in the critically acclaimed andsubversively funny new play by David Ireland.

After years in the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous, James becomes a sponsor to newcomer Luka. The pair bond over black coffee, trade stories andbuild a fragile friendship out of their shared experiences. But as Luka approaches step five– the moment of confession –dangerous truths emerge, threatening the trust on which both of their recoveries depend.

Finn den Hertog directs the provocative and entertaining production filmed live from @sohoplace on London’s West End.

Wednesday 3 December 2025

Tickets:
£15.75 Adult
£13 U25’s / Students / Over 60’s

Access: We offer free Carer / Assistance tickets. Please contact the
Guildhall Box Office (01452 503050) to book these.

Earlier Event: 28 November
Hundred Watt Club - Nov 2025