My Master Builder Tickets
Ewan McGregor is back on stage for the first time in 17 years in Lila Raicek’s new play. A startling relationship drama inspired by Ibsen.
Ewan McGregor’s West End Return: My Master Builder Tickets
For the first time in almost two decades, catch Golden Globe winner Ewan McGregor on stage in My Master Builder , directed by Michael Grandage. US screenwriter Lila Raicek’s new play, inspired by Ibsen, is a surprising and gripping story about sexual politics and love's vulnerabilities. When a publishing magnate gathers friends to celebrate her husband’s latest work, what does the arrival of a former student mean for the couple? Find out with tickets to this hugely anticipated show at Wyndham’s Theatre.
What is the play My Master Builder about?
July 3 in the Hamptons. It’s nearly Independence Day and Elena Solness, a high-powered publishing exec, is preparing to throw a party in her husband’s honour. Henry Solness is an acclaimed architect and his latest creation might just be his magnum opus. If only their relationship was quite as stable… and it’s about to be shaken even more by the arrival of Mathilde, Henry’s former student.
As the evening progresses, Henry’s intimate connection with Mathilde is exposed, and the trio must reckon with uncomfortable truths that could change their lives forever.
Ewan McGregor in My Master Builder
Golden Globe and Emmy Award-winning actor Ewan McGregor (Fargo, Trainspotting ) is back on stage for the first time in 17 years, playing Henry Solness in this tense and intriguing new drama. His last roles in the West End were Guys and Dolls and Othello - both directed by Michael Grandage, who he reunites with for My Master Builder . Whether playing duplicitous Iago or noble Obi-Wan Kenobi, McGregor’s performances are a treat to watch, and this thought-provoking new story is an exciting opportunity to experience his acting in the flesh.
He is joined by Elizabeth Debicki (The Crown, The Night Manager ) as Mathilde, Olivier Award nominee Kate Fleetwood (London Road, Macbeth, Harlots ) as Elena, David Ajala as Ragnar, and Mirren Mack as Kaja.
My Master Builder Creative Team
My Master Builder is a new play by American writer Lila Raicek. Raicek has adapted several thrillers for television including Blinded, Three Wishes and The Couple Next Door , and her eye for pacy, unexpected twists and fractured intimate relationships make her West End debut one to watch.
The play is directed by Michael Grandage, former Artistic Director of the Donmar Warehouse. At the Donmar, he collaborated with Ewan McGregor twice (Othello and Guys and Dolls ) and has helmed acclaimed productions including Photograph 51 , Frozen the Musical and Backstairs Billy .
Book Tickets for My Master Builder at Wyndham’s Theatre
A fractured relationship, a surprise guest and a storming stage return from one of the UK’s biggest actors: My Master Builder combines the very best of classic Ibsen, thrillingly repackaged for the 21st century. Book your tickets now for this world premiere, playing in London for a strictly limited season.
The appearance of any performer cannot be guaranteed and is always subject to illness, injury and statutory holiday entitlement.
My Master Builder London Reviews
User Reviews
Don't understand the slightly mixed reviews, the show was immaculate and would recommend a watch. Heartfelt, thought provoking, passionate, captivating and even funny at times the script, timing and delivery from the cast was perfect.
Not the greatest thing in the world but it did keep me entertained. Susan Fleetwood was suitably two-faced, Elisabeth Debecki was kind of ghostlike and incredibly thin (I thought the aircon might blow her over) and McGregor was really volcanic when Read more
There was not a huge cast for this play but the acting was great, the dialogue was fast moving, funny in parts & very engaging. I wanted to see Ewan McGregor in a live rather than a film role & he did not disappoint.