Facing up to hard truths at The Loft

The cast of Things I Know To Be True: Alice Arthur, Julie Godfrey, Ruth Herd, Blake Hutchings, Julien Rosa and Rod Wilkinson. Photo by Richard Smith Photography.

Things I know to be True by Andrew Bovell at The Loft Theatre, Leamington Spa from 7 to 17 May 2025. Directed by Lynda Lewis.

Preview.

Hot on the heels of a sold out Studio production, Leamington’s Loft Theatre will stage Things I Know To Be True, by award-winning Australian writer Andrew Bovell, who also co-wrote the screenplay for the hugely popular 1992 film Strictly Ballroom. The production, directed by Lynda Lewis, runs in the main auditorium from Wednesday 7 May to Saturday 17 May.

Things I Know To Be True is an intimate and unflinching examination of family dynamics which will be relatable to many people. Bob and Fran Price love their four adult children deeply and have made many sacrifices and compromises for their benefit. They are certain they know what is best for the family unit and for each member of it - as Bob says, “I thought they’d be like us. But better than us. Better versions of us. Better educated. With better jobs. And better prospects. That’s what we worked so hard for. Wasn’t it?”

But when does the strength of that parental love become a shackle that binds the siblings and stifles their own development and dreams?

The cast of Things I Know To Be True. Photo by Richard Smith Photography.

Speaking about the play, the Director, Lynda Lewis, said, “I saw Things I Know To Be True on its UK tour about eight years ago and it made a profound impression on me. Devised and created in Australia, in collaboration with Frantic Assembly, physical movement enhanced the emotional impact of the joys and struggles of people just trying to do their best.”

The Loft’s production will also feature choreographed, stylised movement to express a raw emotional intensity beneath the naturalistic dialogue of the play.

Tickets can be booked online at www.lofttheatrecompany.com, by emailing boxoffice@lofttheatrecompany.com, or by calling 01926 830 680 (answer phone service).

To take advantage of the Loft’s free ticket offer for theatregoers aged 16-25, either book in advance by emailing boxoffice@lofttheatrecompany.com, or obtain your tickets at the Box Office on the night (please bring proof of age).

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