National Theatre Live: Present Laughter (2019)
• November 28th, 2019 • 2h 40min
Comedy, Drama
Overview
As he prepares to embark on an overseas tour, star actor Garry Essendine’s colourful life is in danger of spiralling out of control. Engulfed by an escalating identity crisis as his many and various relationships compete for his attention, Garry’s few remaining days at home are a chaotic whirlwind of love, sex, panic and soul-searching.
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