Full Cast Revealed for Imelda Staunton and Bessie Carter-Led Mrs Warren’s Profession
The highly anticipated new production of George Bernard Shaw’s Mrs Warren’s Profession has revealed its full cast, starring WhatsOnStage Award-winner Imelda Staunton and Bessie Carter. This production marks the first time the mother/daughter duo will appear onstage together, playing the iconic roles of Mrs Kitty Warren and Vivie Warren in one of Shaw’s most provocative plays.
Imelda Staunton and Bessie Carter in Mrs Warren’s Profession
Staunton, known for her WhatsOnStage and Olivier Award-winning performances, will star as Mrs Kitty Warren, with her daughter, Bessie Carter, taking on the role of Vivie Warren. This reunion onstage promises to bring a fresh and compelling dynamic to Shaw’s classic play, which has long been admired for its critique of class, morality, and hypocrisy.
About Mrs Warren’s Profession
Mrs Warren’s Profession is one of Shaw’s most controversial works, famously banned for 30 years by the Lord Chamberlain due to its bold exploration of sexual morality and class corruption. The play critiques the English class system and challenges social conventions, making it both daring and thought-provoking. The new revival of this seminal work will be directed by Dominic Cooke, a longtime collaborator with Staunton from their work on Hello, Dolly! and Follies.
Supporting Cast
Joining Staunton and Carter in the production are:
Kevin Doyle as Reverend Samuel Gardner
Robert Glenister as Sir George Crofts
Reuben Joseph as Frank Gardner
Sid Sagar as Mr Praed
Artwork supplied by the production
Creative Team Behind Mrs Warren’s Profession
The production reunites Imelda Staunton with producer Sonia Friedman, with whom she previously worked on Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?. Additionally, Dominic Cooke collaborates once again with Friedman, following their successful partnership on Clybourne Park.
The creative team includes:
Chloe Lamford – Set Design
Jon Clark – Lighting Design
Christopher Shutt – Sound Design
Amy Ball – Casting Director
Production Dates and Tickets
Mrs Warren’s Profession will open at the Garrick Theatre on 22 May 2025, with previews beginning on 10 May 2025. The show will run until 16 August 2025, with tickets now available for purchase.
Book Tickets for Mrs Warren’s Profession
This exciting new production of Mrs Warren’s Profession is set to be a highlight of the West End in 2025. With a star-studded cast, a fresh take on a classic play, and a thought-provoking story, this production is not to be missed. Secure your tickets now for what promises to be a landmark theatre event.
