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Stockard Channing’s production of “Krapp’s Last Tape” starring David Westhead as Krapp.

Bringing her unique directorial vision to this production, Academy Award nominee Stockard Channing (Grease, The West Wing, Six Degrees of Separation) explores the intricate layers of Beckett’s masterpiece and Krapp’s solitary world. Starring David Westhead (W1A, Strike, Star Wars, Enola Holmes, The Bodyguard), a veteran of The Royal National Theatre and Royal Shakespeare Company, this 50-minute theatrical experience delves into the life of Krapp who, at the age of 69, looks back over his life and tries to make sense of it through listening to tape recordings he made as a younger man, recordings which diarise the daily events of his life.

The Birmingham Press has described Channing’s production as “a complete stunner – everything comes down to the acting and, in the case of Krapp’s Last Tape, to the ability of one man to hold the stage. Westhead, intense and compelling, and returning to the theatre after several years of absence, looked as if he had never been away.”

You are invited to stay for an optional Q&A session following the performance, offering deeper insights into Beckett’s timeless work.

The production has toured globally to eclectic, site-specific venues, from disused function rooms to underground vaults, affording an intimate and powerful theatrical experience.

Dates & Times

Last session: Thu 29 Jan 2026 at 7:30 PM - This event has now passed

The Box @ The Met
£16 standard / £14 subsidised / £18 supporters (inc fees)

What do we mean by standard, subsidised, and supporters prices?

The standard price is what we need most people to pay.

The subsidised price is for people currently unable to pay the standard price.

The supporters price is for people who can afford to pay a little extra – and the extra you pay goes directly towards the subsidised ticket option.

Unlike traditional concessionary prices, we won’t be asking for proof of eligibility when you buy your ticket – just choose the option that works best for you.

Duration: approx 50 minutes.

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Reviews

“Fantastic performance from David Westhead - Ms Channing clearly kicked him into shape. My daughter said it was the best thing she had ever seen!”

Ed Stobart, Director, Alleycats Film and TV

“Just terrific... such a wonderful piece of work. Brilliant, outrageous, and a tribute to the vaudeville that exists in Beckett… heartbreaking.”

John McAndrew, Royal Shakespeare Company.

“Just so special - a fabulous performance…”

Claudia Selby, TV producer and director

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