Far from the Madding Crowd
Synopsis
Having inherited her father’s farm, a spirited and feisty young woman – Bathsheba Everdene, finds herself playing mistress in a man’s world. She is pursued by three would-be lovers: the constant shepherd, Gabriel Oak; the obsessive landowner, William Boldwood and the reckless Sergeant Troy. But are any of them a match for the wilful Bathsheba? Based upon one of Hardy’s most popular and enduring novels, Far from the Madding Crowd takes us on a theatrical journey through Hardy country, following a passionate young girl propelled into womanhood by her experiences of love and loss.
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Stephen Billington
William Boldwood
Jennifer Bryden
Fannny Robin / Temperance
Phil Cheadle
Gabriel Oak
Adam Croasdell
Sergeant Troy
Laura Elphinstone
Liddy Smallbury
Gwynfor Jones
Soldier / Matthew Moon
Rebecca O'Mara
Bathsheba Everdene
Jack Sandle
Henry Fray / Shepherd / Merchant 2
Cleo Sylvestre
Maryann / Mrs Hurst
Ruth Westley
Soberance
Noel White
Jan Coggan / Vicar
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kate Saxon
- Screenplay & Story
- Thomas Hardy
- Original Title
- Far from the Madding Crowd
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 22m
- Production Studios
- English Touring Theatre
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kate Saxon
Thomas Hardy
Department Leadership Roster
Kate Saxon
Director
Thomas Hardy
Writer
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What is Far from the Madding Crowd about?
Having inherited her father’s farm, a spirited and feisty young woman – Bathsheba Everdene, finds herself playing mistress in a man’s world. She is pursued by three would-be lovers: the constant shepherd, Gabriel Oak; the obsessive landowner, William Boldwood and the reckless Sergeant Troy. But are any of them a match for the wilful Bathsheba? Based upon one of Hardy’s most popular and enduring novels, Far from the Madding Crowd takes us on a theatrical journey through Hardy country, following a passionate young girl propelled into womanhood by her experiences of love and loss.
Who directed Far from the Madding Crowd?
Far from the Madding Crowd was directed by Kate Saxon.
Who stars in Far from the Madding Crowd?
The principal cast of Far from the Madding Crowd includes Stephen Billington, Jennifer Bryden, Phil Cheadle, Adam Croasdell, Laura Elphinstone.
When was Far from the Madding Crowd released and how long is it?
Far from the Madding Crowd was released in 2010 with a total runtime of 2h 22m.