In a significant theatrical announcement, Aidan Turner will star alongside Lesley Manville and Monica Barbaro in an eagerly anticipated revival of LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES at London’s National Theatre. This marks the first time Christopher Hampton’s celebrated adaptation of Pierre Choderlos de Laclos’ scandalous novel will grace the National’s stage, with performances expected to begin in spring 2026.
The production reunites acclaimed director Marianne Elliott with the venue after a nine-year absence, forming a centerpiece of Indhu Rubasingham’s inaugural season as Artistic Director. For Turner, this role represents another prestigious addition to a career that has evolved dramatically since his breakout in POLDARK. The Irish actor has strategically balanced his screen work with challenging stage performances, including his critically lauded turn in Martin McDonagh’s THE LIEUTENANT OF INISHMORE.
Turner will share the stage with BAFTA and Olivier Award-winner Manville, who joins fresh from her triumphant, award-winning performance in OEDIPUS at Wyndham’s Theatre—a production now Broadway-bound. Completing the high-profile casting trio is Barbaro, known for her role in TOP GUN: MAVERICK. The creative team assembling around this production includes set designer Rosanna Vize, costume designer Natalie Roar, movement director Tom Jackson Greaves, lighting designer James Farncombe, and sound designer Ian Dickson.
Elliott’s return to the National, where her previous credits include ANGELS IN AMERICA, THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME, and co-direction of WAR HORSE, promises to bring fresh perspective to Hampton’s 1985 adaptation, known for its sharp wit, psychological complexity, and themes of manipulation and seduction. While exact dates, further casting details, and ticket information remain forthcoming, the production’s announcement as part of a 16-show season signals Rubasingham’s ambitious artistic vision for one of the world’s leading theatrical institutions.
From Kildare to Hollywood! 🍀
✨ Our boy Paul Mescal is absolutely crushing it right now! Currently off-Broadway in STREETCAR, Mescal`s next project HAMNET will be released in theatres Nov 27.
#Ireland continues producing the finest talent in the game!
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Apr 29
From Kildare to Hollywood! 🍀
✨ Our boy Paul Mescal is absolutely crushing it right now! Currently off-Broadway in STREETCAR, Mescal`s next project HAMNET will be released in theatres Nov 27.
#Ireland continues producing the finest talent in the game!
More at irishfilmtv.com.
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The Irish actor brings depth and nuance to his portrayal of Ron, showcasing why he remains one of Ireland`s most distinguished cinematic exports.
Premiering August 28th alongside Helen Mirren, this thriller exemplifies Brosnan`s continued commitment to character-driven storytelling.
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Apr 28
📽️ Pierce Brosnan demonstrates remarkable range in Netflix`s adaptation of THE THURSDAY MURDER CLUB, further solidifying his post-Bond legacy.
The Irish actor brings depth and nuance to his portrayal of Ron, showcasing why he remains one of Ireland`s most distinguished cinematic exports.
Premiering August 28th alongside Helen Mirren, this thriller exemplifies Brosnan`s continued commitment to character-driven storytelling.
More at irishfilmtv.com.
📣 From silver screen to center stage!
SING STREET is bringing its `80s Dublin swagger to London`s Lyric Hammersmith this summer!
Adam Hunter makes his theatre debut in this musical adaptation of John Carney`s cult classic film, July 8-Aug 23, 2025! 🎸
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Apr 25
📣 From silver screen to center stage!
SING STREET is bringing its `80s Dublin swagger to London`s Lyric Hammersmith this summer!
Adam Hunter makes his theatre debut in this musical adaptation of John Carney`s cult classic film, July 8-Aug 23, 2025! 🎸
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Our favorite #Irish chameleon Michael Fassbender proves he`s unstoppable wherever he appears.
After conquering cinema in everything from X-MEN to SHAME, he`s now thrilling us in both THE AGENCY and BLACK BAG.
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Apr 24
Our favorite #Irish chameleon Michael Fassbender proves he`s unstoppable wherever he appears.
After conquering cinema in everything from X-MEN to SHAME, he`s now thrilling us in both THE AGENCY and BLACK BAG.
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Can`t wait to see him bring his legendary intensity to the Marvel universe in SPIDER-MAN NOIR alongside Nicolas Cage in 2026.
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Apr 23
🍀 From THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN to SPIDER-NOIR, Brendan Gleeson continues to prove why he`s Ireland`s finest export!
Can`t wait to see him bring his legendary intensity to the Marvel universe in SPIDER-MAN NOIR alongside Nicolas Cage in 2026.
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From Ted`s exasperated outbursts to Dougal`s adorable confusion and Mrs. Doyle`s relentless tea-pushing, this legendary Irish comedy continues to make us howl with laughter three decades later.
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From Ted`s exasperated outbursts to Dougal`s adorable confusion and Mrs. Doyle`s relentless tea-pushing, this legendary Irish comedy continues to make us howl with laughter three decades later.
More at irishfilmtv.com.