the playboy of the western world
National Theatre
Marty Breen as Sara Tansey in The Playboy of the Western World by J.M. Synge
Lyttleton Theatre, National Theatre UK
Directed by Caitriona McLoughlin, designed by Katie Davenport
Runs 4th December 2025 - 28th February 2026
“the other women in the cohort, helmed by the impressive Marty Breen as Sara Tansey… And the company work in sync to create a sophisticated dynamic, passing around the metaphorical limelight”
“The local rural young women, led by Marty Breen’s edgy Sara, fascinated by Christy… are a force of nature”
“Amid a fine ensemble there are many lovely performances… and Marty Breen, as the most daring of the local girls, literally licking Christy’s boot. All this is to the good.”
