The Talented Mr Ripley

“I never wanted to murder anyone. It was necessary.”

Step into a world of deception, desire, and deadly ambition. How far would you go to become someone else?

Tom Ripley is a nobody—scraping by in New York, forging signatures, telling little white lies—until a chance encounter changes everything. When a wealthy stranger offers him an all-expenses-paid trip to Italy to bring home his wayward son, Dickie Greenleaf, Tom leaps at the opportunity.

But in the sun-drenched glamour of 1950s Italy, surrounded by shimmering waters and whispered secrets, Tom is seduced by the life Dickie leads—the freedom, the wealth, the effortless charm. Fascination turns to obsession, and as his grip tightens on Dickie’s world, the lines between truth and deception begin to blur. What starts as an innocent opportunity spirals into a chilling game of lies, identity theft, and murder.

The ten-strong ensemble cast is led by Ed McVey as Tom Ripley. Ed was one of the stars of the hit Netflix show The Crown. EastEnders regular and Strictly Come Dancing finalist Maisie Smith will star alongside him as Marge. This electrifying new stage adaptation of The Talented Mr. Ripley brings Patricia Highsmith’s iconic psychological thriller, which inspired the acclaimed movie and Netflix series of the same name, to life like never before. With razor-sharp dialogue, simmering tension, and a dangerously charismatic antihero, this gripping production will pull you into Ripley’s intoxicating world—where nothing is quite as it seems.

Content to Consider

The age guidance for this show is 16+.

This show contains the use of haze and strobe lighting. There are scenes of a violent nature, sexual nature, simulated fight scenes, smoking and strong language. This show makes reference to sexual assault, homophobia, substance abuse and manipulative relationships including child abuse.

Group Bookings

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Mercury Classics in our Café Bar

Introducing our delicious Mercury Classics! Make the most of your visit by treating yourself to a delicious and great value meal at a reserved table ahead of the show. Served 90 minutes before the evening performance in our Café Bar, choose from three mouth-watering options: Sausage & Mash, Chicken Curry or Vegetable Curry (v, vg).

Simply select which option you would like to your basket when booking online (see the You might also be interested in… page once you have selected your tickets) or with our friendly Box Office team! Limited spaces per performance so book early to avoid disappointment.

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