Arthur Miller's devastating masterpiece, reborn
Wendell Pierce returns as Willy Loman in the Young Vic's blistering revival of Death of a Salesman, now transferring to the West End. The tragic story of a husband and father crushed under the American Dream plays at the Piccadilly Theatre.Willy Loman, a travelling salesman, his wife Linda, and their sons strive to represent the picture-perfect family. But as Willy begins to crack under the pressure of daily life, his strong belief that graft and diligence is the key to achievement falls apart.
Death of a Salesman stars Wendell Pierce, who is best known for his role as Bunk Moreland in The Wire. He is joined by Sharon D Clarke (Caroline, or Change) as Linda Loman.
In this new revival, Olivier Award-winning director Marianne Elliott, and co-director Miranda Cromwell, bring a distinct vision to the play, seen through the eyes of an African American family.
With a superb central performance bringing new resonance to a modern classic, Death of a Salesman tickets invite audiences to experience a gut-wrenching, stunning take on Arthur Miller's masterpiece.
Important information
Playing at: Piccadilly Theatre, 16 Denman Street, London, W1D 7DYPerformance dates: 03 Jan 2020 - 04 Jan 2020
Running time: 3 hours 10 minutes (including interval)
Age recommendation: Best for age 12+
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