Cast for A Moon for the Misbegotten with Ruth Wilson and Michael Shannon Revealed

The Almeida Theatre has announced the full cast for its new production of Eugene O’Neill’s A Moon for the Misbegotten, directed by Rebecca Frecknall. The production will star Ruth Wilson and Michael Shannon in the lead roles.

Set on a Connecticut farm, the play explores the lives of Josie Hogan, played by Wilson, who is trapped on the land with her father, and James Tyrone Jr, portrayed by Shannon, who is plagued by guilt and grief. Over the course of one transformative night, their lives are profoundly altered.

Joining them in the cast are Peter Corboy, Akie Kotabe, and David Threlfall.

Creative Team

• Director: Rebecca Frecknall

• Set Designer: Tom Scutt

• Costume Designer: Moi Tran

• Lighting Designer: Jack Knowles

• Sound Designer: Peter Rice

• Composer: NYX

The production will run at the Almeida Theatre from 17 June to 16 August 2025, with a press night on 25 June.