

National Theatre Live: People, Places and Things
Synopsis
Emma was having the time of her life. Now she's in rehab. Her first step is to admit that she has a problem. But the problem isn't with Emma, it's with everything else. She needs to tell the truth. But she's smart enough to know that there's no such thing. When intoxication feels like the only way to survive the modern world, how can she ever sober up?
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People, Places & Things | Official Trailer | National TheatreOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-05-30
Top Cast
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- Director
- Jeremy Herrin
- Screenplay & Story
- Duncan Macmillan
- Original Score
- Matthew Herbert
- Original Title
- National Theatre Live: People, Places and Things
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 12m
- Production Studios
- National Theatre, Gavin Kalin Productions, Seaview Productions, Second Half Productions, Headlong
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jeremy Herrin
Duncan Macmillan
Matthew Herbert
Department Leadership Roster
Jeremy Herrin
Director
Christina Cunningham
Costume Design
Duncan Macmillan
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About National Theatre Live: People, Places and Things
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What is National Theatre Live: People, Places and Things about?
Emma was having the time of her life. Now she's in rehab. Her first step is to admit that she has a problem. But the problem isn't with Emma, it's with everything else. She needs to tell the truth. But she's smart enough to know that there's no such thing. When intoxication feels like the only way to survive the modern world, how can she ever sober up?
Who directed National Theatre Live: People, Places and Things?
National Theatre Live: People, Places and Things was directed by Jeremy Herrin.
Who stars in National Theatre Live: People, Places and Things?
The principal cast of National Theatre Live: People, Places and Things includes Denise Gough, Sinéad Cusack, Malachi Kirby, Danny Kirrane, Kevin McMonagle.
When was National Theatre Live: People, Places and Things released and how long is it?
National Theatre Live: People, Places and Things was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 2h 12m.
Who composed the musical score for National Theatre Live: People, Places and Things?
The original motion picture soundtrack for National Theatre Live: People, Places and Things was composed by Matthew Herbert.
