Complete Cast Announced for The Playboy of the Western World at National Theatre Featuring Nicola Coughlan Siobhán McSweeney Éanna Hardwicke
The National Theatre has unveiled the complete cast for its upcoming revival of John Millington Synge’s acclaimed play, The Playboy of the Western World. The production will feature talents like Nicola Coughlan, Siobhán McSweeney, and Éanna Hardwicke.
Production Details
The Playboy of the Western World will be staged at the Lyttelton Theatre in London from December 4, 2025, to February 28, 2026. Directed by Caitríona McLaughlin, who serves as the Artistic Director of Ireland’s Abbey Theatre, this revival promises to bring fresh interpretations to a classic work.
Cast Announcement
The announcement includes a stellar ensemble:
- Nicola Coughlan (known for Derry Girls and Bridgerton) as Pegeen Mike
- Siobhán McSweeney (from Derry Girls and Amandaland) as Widow Quin
- Éanna Hardwicke (featured in Smother and Lakelands) as Christy Mahon
- Declan Conlon as Old Mahon
- Lorcan Cranitch as Michael Flaherty
- Megan Cusack as Susan Brady
- Marty Rea as Shawn Keogh
- Marty Breen as Sara Tansey
- Naoise Dunbar as Jimmy Farrell
- Matthew Forrest as Philly Cullen
- Sallay Garnett as Nelly
- Fionnuala Gygax as Honor Blake
- Erin Hennessey as Fiddle Player
- Ensemble: Susan Akintomide, Peter Mooney, and Donncha O’Dea
Creative Team
The creative team behind the production includes:
- Set and Costume Designer: Katie Davenport
- Lighting Designer: James Farncombe
- Movement Director: Sue Mythen
- Sound Designer: Adrienne Quartly
- Composer: Anna Mullarkey
- Fight Director: Kevin McCurdy
- Casting Directors: Alastair Coomer CDG and Naomi Downham
- Voice Coach: Shereen Ibrahim
- Dialect Coach: Patricia Logue
- Staff Director: Neetu Singh
About the Play
The Playboy of the Western World, first performed in 1907, remains pivotal in Irish drama. The play explores themes of identity, myth-making, and rebellion set against the backdrop of rural County Mayo. Its initial premiere sparked controversy for its raw depiction of Irish life.
Join us at Emegypt for an unforgettable theatrical experience as we celebrate this landmark play’s revival.
