The Last Abbot of Reading

11th June-3rd July 2021

Reading Abbey Ruins

Written By: Beth Flintoff

Directed by: Jonny Humphries

Design by: Sarah Booth

Hugh Cook: An unknown monk living quietly at Reading Abbey until a chance encounter with King Henry VIII results in an unexpected promotion. Suddenly propelled into a world of intrigue, politics and danger, Hugh must balance his beliefs with the orders of the formidable King. As England breaks away from Europe, he has to make an impossible choice.

On the 900th year anniversary of the Abbey, RABBLE brings to life the extraordinary story of Reading’s Last Abbot.

Gallery

Cast

Dominic Allen – Dr. London
Timothy Allsop – Hugh
Emma Denly – Jane Seymour/Joan
Joanne Howarth – Alice
Alex Hughes – Henry
Nathan Ives-Moiba – Jack
Robin Kingsland – Cromwell/John
Dani McCallum – Anne Bolyen/Margaret

Production team

Beth Flintoff – Writer
Jonathan Humphreys – Director
Toby Davies – Executive Producer
Dani Davies – Associate Producer
Lyndon Baines – Production Manager & Stage Manager On Book
Sabina Netherclift – Movement Director
Hannah Pearson – ASM & Wardrobe Supervisor

Benjamin Hudson – Composer
Sarah Booth – Designer
Steph Linkens – Costume supervisor
Joe Morris – Sound Designer
Andrew Budge – Lighting Designer
Cristian Denas – Fight Director

Ensemble and Work Experience – Get Up On Stage