NT Live - Mrs Warren's Profession

Imelda Staunton joins forces with her real-life daughter Bessie Carter, playing mother and daughter in Bernard Shaw’s incendiary moral classic.

Imelda Staunton joins forces with her real-life daughter Bessie Carter, playing mother and daughter in Bernard Shaw’s incendiary moral classic.

"I am my mother’s daughter. I am like you. But my work is not your work, and my way is not your way."

Vivie Warren is a woman ahead of her time. Estranged from her wealthy mother, she delights in a glass of whisky, a good detective story, and is determined to carve herself a sparkling legal career in an age ruled by men.

Her mother, however, is a product of that old patriarchal order. Exploiting it has earned Mrs. Warren a fortune and paid for her daughter’s expensive education - but at what cost?

George Bernard Shaw’s masterpiece is brought to life in a bold new production directed by Dominic Cooke (Follies, Good).

Starring a powerhouse cast, including Imelda Staunton (The Crown) and her real-life daughter, Bessie Carter (Bridgerton), this gripping drama explores the clash between morality and independence, tradition and progress.

This is a screening of Mrs Warren’s Profession, filmed at London’s Garrick Theatre in July 2025.

Duration 1 hour 45 minutes, no interval.

Recommended as suitable for ages 14+.

*****  "Underestimate Bernard Shaw at your peril"  – Broadway World

****  "Imelda Staunton is magnificent"  – Independent

****  "An extraordinary tour de force"  – WhatsOnStage

 

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