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National Theatre Live: A Taste of Honey

Synopsis

When her mother Helen runs off with a car salesman, feisty teenager Jo takes up with Jimmie, a sailor who promises to marry her, before he heads for the seas. Art student Geof moves in and assumes the role of a surrogate parent until, misguidedly, he sends for Helen and their unconventional setup unravels.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Bijan Sheibani
Screenplay & Story
Shelagh Delaney
Original Score
Benjamin Kwasi Burrell
Original Title
National Theatre Live: A Taste of Honey
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
2h 5m
Production Studios
National Theatre

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Bijan Sheibani

Screenplay & Story

Shelagh Delaney

Original Score & Music

Benjamin Kwasi Burrell

Department Leadership Roster

Bijan Sheibani

Bijan Sheibani

Director

Hildegard Bechtler

Production Design

Shelagh Delaney

Shelagh Delaney

Screenplay

Benjamin Kwasi Burrell

Original Music Composer

Hildegard Bechtler

Costume Design

Official cinematic photography and background stills for National Theatre Live: A Taste of Honey.

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Frequently Asked Questions About National Theatre Live: A Taste of Honey

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What is National Theatre Live: A Taste of Honey about?

When her mother Helen runs off with a car salesman, feisty teenager Jo takes up with Jimmie, a sailor who promises to marry her, before he heads for the seas. Art student Geof moves in and assumes the role of a surrogate parent until, misguidedly, he sends for Helen and their unconventional setup unravels.

Who directed National Theatre Live: A Taste of Honey?

National Theatre Live: A Taste of Honey was directed by Bijan Sheibani.

Who stars in National Theatre Live: A Taste of Honey?

The principal cast of National Theatre Live: A Taste of Honey includes Lesley Sharp, Kate O'Flynn, Dean Lennox Kelly, Eric Kofi Abrefa, Harry Hepple.

When was National Theatre Live: A Taste of Honey released and how long is it?

National Theatre Live: A Taste of Honey was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 2h 5m.

Who composed the musical score for National Theatre Live: A Taste of Honey?

The original motion picture soundtrack for National Theatre Live: A Taste of Honey was composed by Benjamin Kwasi Burrell.