National Theatre Live: The Authenticator
“This house is full of secrets.”
2026•Released
Drama
Soon after inheriting her family's stately home, eccentric artist Fenella Harford discovers a stash of hidden diaries and enlists a young academic, Marva, to confirm their authenticity. Joined by Marva’s brilliant but overlooked mentor, Abi, the three women come together to seek the truth, soon realising that secrets at the heart of Harford Hall were darker than they could have imagined. A gripping gothic psychological thriller, The Authenticator reunites writer Winsome Pinnock with director Miranda Cromwell, following their acclaimed production, "Rockets and Blue Lights". Stage play performed at the Dorfman Theatre, National Theatre, in London, UK.
Director
Miranda Cromwell
Writer
Winsome Pinnock
Languages
English
Studio
National Theatre
Cast
Rakie Ayola
Abi
Sylvestra Le Touzel
Fen
Cherrelle Skeete
Marva
Phoebe Campbell
Ghost Bride (voice)
Nuala McGovern
Radio Presenter (voice)
Production
Company
National Theatre
Producer
Tracey Low
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