Cloud 9
National Theatre, Lyttelton · South Bank
Taste attributes: comedysexgay/lesbianpoliticalhistoricalfastfresh & originalunsavouryimaginaryintricatesurrealsocial commentaryfish out of water/culture clash
Caryl Churchill's playful, provocative comedy of sex and empire, jumping a century between its two acts.
Boxlist takeA fresh play that is fast-moving, morally murky and heightened. Best if you like surprises over comfort.
Taste details
Pace: fast · Originality: very fresh · Tone: dark · Weight: balanced · Realism: imaginary world · Story: intricate · Structure: surreal · Look: balanced · Scale: balanced · Emotional punch: balancedHow we score
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Details
- Area
- South Bank
- Opened
- 2 Nov 2026
- Closes
- 13 Jan 2027
- Price
- See seller
- Audience participation
- None
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- Taste scores
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Facts checked against the official site on 12 Nov 2026. Description and taste scores by Boxlist.