Martin Freeman and Jack Lowden to Star in The Fifth Step West End Premiere
David Ireland’s critically acclaimed play The Fifth Step is heading to the West End later this year, starring Martin Freeman (The Office, Sherlock) and Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk).
After a successful run at the Edinburgh International Festival in 2024, The Fifth Step transfers to London for a limited 11-week engagement at @sohoplace, running from 10 May to 26 July 2025.
Jack Lowden, reprising his role from the original production, shared his excitement:
"To just be in the room again with David and Finn – two dangerously talented individuals – is a gift in itself. But to now add Martin to the mix, an actor of black belt level skill and a hero of mine, just tops it. I can’t wait for more people to experience The Fifth Step."
Martin Freeman also expressed his enthusiasm:
"I’m really looking forward to performing this brilliantly funny, unsettling, unexpected play. David Ireland is something quite special, and Jack Lowden is an actor I have tremendous respect for. I’m thrilled to be working with him."
Creative Team
Playwright: David Ireland (Cyprus Avenue, Ulster American)
Director: Finn den Hertog
Set and Costume Design: Milla Clarke
Lighting Design: Lizzie Powell
Sound Design: Mark Melville
Movement Direction: Jenny Ogilvie
Casting: Stuart Burt
Themes and Story
Grounded in personal experience, The Fifth Step dives into themes of addiction, masculinity, and faith, blending humor and discomfort in unexpected ways. Ireland’s writing continues to challenge and provoke, offering a fresh perspective on contemporary issues.
Ticket Details
Tickets for The Fifth Step are on sale now as of 10 am, 23 January 2025.
For more insights, don’t miss tomorrow’s exclusive interview with playwright David Ireland, where he discusses the inspirations and challenges behind The Fifth Step.
