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National Theatre Live: Alterations

First aired on Aug 12, 2025

Runtime: 115 mins

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Genres: Drama

Walker Holt has big dreams for his tailor’s shop, and an even bigger order to complete. Over the course of 24 hours he must work tirelessly to satisfy his new client’s impossible tailoring needs. But as the night goes on, it’s not just the trouser hems that start to fray as tensions rise and Walker’s friendships and relationships are pushed to their limits. His success comes at a cost, but what price is he willing to pay? Lynette Linton (Blues for an Alabama Sky, Shifters) directs Michael Abbensetts’ (Sweet Talk, Empire Road) era-defining drama, with additional material by Trish Cooke, in its largest ever staging. Celebrating this award-winning writer, the reinvigorated version of his seminal work illuminates the Guyanese experience of 1970s London and the aspirations and sacrifices of the Windrush generation.

Featured Cast: click image to view more
Karl Collins | Horace
Gershwyn Eustache Jnr | Buster
Raphel Famotibe | Courtney
Arinzé Kene | Walker
Colin Mace | Mr Nat
Cherrelle Skeete | Darlene
Featured Crew
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Michael Abbensetts | Writer
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Lynette Linton | Director
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Frankie Bradshaw | Set Designer
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Frankie Bradshaw | Costume Designer
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Oliver Fenwick | Lighting Design
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Xana | Music