TV Comedy Royalty Shine in New Adaptation of Gogol’s ‘The Government Inspector’

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Star-Studded Cast Takes the Stage in New Satirical Production of ‘The Government Inspector’ at Marylebone Theatre

Here are five key points about the new production of Nikolai Gogol’s “The Government Inspector”:

1. Star-Studded Cast: This new adaptation of “The Government Inspector” features a line-up of well-known actors from television comedy, including Vicki Pepperdine, Kiell Smith-Bynoe, and Dan Skinner. The newly announced cast members further include Anna Savva from “The Durrells” and Dan Starkey of “Doctor Who” fame.
2. Premiere and Venue: The production will premiere at the Marylebone Theatre, with performances scheduled from May 3 to June 15, 2024. The press night is set for May 8.
3. Adaptation and Direction: The play is adapted and directed by Patrick Myles, promising a fresh take on Gogol’s satirical masterpiece. The story is set in a late 19th-century British town, focusing on the comedic confusion and mistaken identity of a supposed government inspector.
4. Creative Team: Alongside Patrick Myles, the production features contributions from Melanie Jane Brookes on set and costume design, Ric Mountjoy on lighting, Jamie Lu handling sound design, and Matilda James as casting consultant.
5. Story Theme and Setting: This adaptation sets the comedic antics in a parochial British town plagued by corruption. Local officials, mistaking a pretentious liar for a high-ranking inspector, engage in absurd efforts to bribe and impress him to cover their misdeeds, highlighting themes of corruption and opportunism.