National Theatre Live: Rockets and Blue Lights (2021)
On the set of a new film about Victorian artist JMW Turner, young actress Lou is haunted by an unresolved history. Meanwhile, in 1840 Londoners Lucy and Thomas try to come to terms with the meaning of freedom. Moving between London past and present, we embark on a powerfully personal voyage through time.
Director: Miranda Cromwell
https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/productions/rockets-and-blue-lights
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Anthony Aje as Billie |
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Paul Bradley as Turner / Roy |
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Karl Collins as Thomas / Trever |
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Kiza Deen as Lou / Olu |
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Rochelle Rose as Essie / Lucy |
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Matthew Seadon-Young as Ruskin / Johnson / Decker |
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Kudzai Sitima as Jess / Jeanie |
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Cathy Tyson as Danby / Mary / Meg / Shona |
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Everal Walsh as Clarke / Pearson / Benjamin |
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Luke Wilson as Caesar / Reuben |
| Directing | Miranda Cromwell | Director |
| Writing | Winsome Pinnock | Writer |