National Theatre Live: Alterations (2025)
‘Is that what you want? To be an underdog all your life?’
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.
Cast
- Karl Collins - Horace
- Gershwyn Eustache Jnr - Buster
- Raphel Famotibe - Courtney
- Arinzé Kene - Walker
- Colin Mace - Mr Nat
- Cherrelle Skeete - Darlene
- Richard Emerson-Gould - Ensemble / Understudy Mr Nat
- Tyler Fayose - Ensemble / Understudy Walker
- Joshua John - Ensemble / Understudy Courtney
- Samuel Nunes De Souza - Ensemble / Understudy Horace and Buster
Screenplay
Trailer
National Theatre Live: Alterations TrailerFrequently Asked Questions
- What is National Theatre Live: Alterations about?
- 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.
- Who directed National Theatre Live: Alterations?
- National Theatre Live: Alterations was directed by Lynette Linton.
- Who stars in National Theatre Live: Alterations?
- National Theatre Live: Alterations stars Karl Collins, Gershwyn Eustache Jnr, Raphel Famotibe, Arinzé Kene, Colin Mace, Cherrelle Skeete.
- How long is National Theatre Live: Alterations?
- National Theatre Live: Alterations has a runtime of 1h 55m (115 minutes).
- What genre is National Theatre Live: Alterations?
- National Theatre Live: Alterations is a Drama film.
- Where was National Theatre Live: Alterations produced?
- National Theatre Live: Alterations was produced in United Kingdom.