A new production of Mike Leigh's black comedy Abigail's Party is heading to the Cambridge Arts Theatre next week.
The play tells the story of Beverly, who prepares for the arrival of her guests in her suburban living room.
She and husband Laurence will play host to neighbours Angela, Tony and Susan - while unseen daughter Abigail holds her first party next-door.
What follows is a "ruthless, achingly funny" examination of 1970's British life.
Abigail's Party premiered at Hampstead Theatre in 1977, with the role of Beverly immortalised by Alison Steadman.
This latest production is directed by Michael Cabot and brought to the stage by London Classic Theatre.
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Beverly is played by Rebecca Birch, while her husband Laurence is played by Tom Richardson.
The Stage described the production as a "galvanising reappraisal of Mike Leigh's modern classic".
Performances will take place at Cambridge Arts Theatre from Tuesday, March 21 to Saturday, March 25.
There are evening performances at 7.30pm each day, with a 2.30pm matinée on the Thursday and Saturday.
Tickets are available by calling the box office on 01223 503333 or online at www.cambridgeartstheatre.com.
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