
A SAMUEL FRENCH, LTD. TITLE
Present Laughter
Full-Length Play, Comedy / 6w, 5m
Image: 2017 Broadway Production (Joan Marcus)
-
Cast Size
6w, 5m -
Duration
More than 120 minutes (2 hours) -
Subgenre
Farce, Period -
Target Audience
Adult, Senior
Accolades
Nominee! 2017 Tony Award for Best Play Revival
Nominee: 2020 Olivier Award for Best Revival of a Play

Details
Summary
History
Cast Attributes
- Time Period 1940s/WWII
- Setting Garry Essendine’s studio in London.
- Features Period Costumes
- Duration More than 120 minutes (2 hours)
- Cautions
- Mild Adult Themes
Media
“Sharp, withering and funny.” – The New York Times
“If you don’t understand why Coward is hailed as a genius... here’s your proof.” – The Telegraph
“Sharpness and wit... in each succeeding act.” – New York Post
“As in Design for Living... Coward is writing about a bohemian world threatened by invasion from outsiders.” – The Guardian
Photos
Image: 2017 Broadway Production (Joan Marcus)
Licensing & Materials
- Minimum Fee: £70 per performance plus VAT when applicable.
This title may have restrictions in place for London based productions. Please submit a licence request to confirm specific availability.