NT Live: The Fifth Step (15)

Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk) is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner

Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, The Responder) in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new

play by David Ireland.

After years in the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous, James becomes a sponsor to

newcomer Luka. The pair bond over black coffee, trade stories and build a fragile friendship out of

their shared experiences. But as Luka approaches step five – the moment of confession – dangerous

truths emerge, threatening the trust on which both of their recoveries depend.

Finn den Hertog directs the provocative and entertaining production filmed live from @sohoplace on

London’s West End.

By David Ireland

Directed by Finn den Hertog

*This is a recorded stream, filmed live in 2025

Dinner and a Show!

Bill's Kitchen, within Ludlow Assembly Rooms, offers a 2-course meal before evening shows on Thursdays and Fridays for only £16 (if booked 24 hours in advance). Book your table directly with Bill's Kitchen and come along any time after 5.30pm to eat before the show starts – the earlier you come the bigger the menu selection. Please note that due to the popularity of these events you may be invited to share a table with other diners on the night.

For information about the meals, please contact Bill’s Kitchen directly on 01584 877956 or please book via the Bill's Kitchen meal-deal booking page