Hansard is both a powerful drama about a complex marriage and also a comedy about politics. Set in 1988, it takes place against the backdrop of the controversial Section 28 legislation, which banned the promotion of homosexuality in schools. Robin is a junior minister in Margaret Thatcher’s new government; Diana has more left-wing views, which sets up witty banter and more deeply-felt arguments at both political and personal levels. Through sharp humour and raw emotion, Hansard examines politics, privilege, loss and, in the end, love, in a funny and barbed way. It was first performed at the National with Lindsay Duncan and Alex Jennings as the cast.
Note that there are 2 performances on Saturday 15th November:- the matinee at 2:30pm and the evening performance at 7:45pm.
FREE POST SHOW DISCUSSION/Q&A
Following the performance on opening night (Tuesday 11 November) there will be a short discussion/Q&A with the cast and director.