'Krapp's Last Tape' by Samuel Beckett

Fri, 24 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 09:15 pm UTC+01:00

The Calder Bookshop & Theatre | London

Wilton Pictures
Publisher/HostWilton Pictures
'Krapp's Last Tape' by Samuel Beckett
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Starring David Westhead, directed by Academy Award nominee Stockard Channing, Krapp's Last Tape is a riveting journey into the human soul.
About this Event

Stockard Channing's critically acclaimed production of Samuel Beckett's 'Krapp's Last Tape' comes to . Bringing her unique directorial vision to this production, she explores the intricate layers of Beckett's masterpiece and Krapp's solitary world.

Starring multi-award-winning actor David Westhead, a veteran of The Royal National Theatre and Royal Shakespeare Company, this 50-minute theatrical experience delves into the life of Krapp, a 69-year-old man reflecting on his past through annual tape recordings.

Date & times: Friday 24th & Saturday 25th July 2026, at 7:00pm & 8:15pm


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The Birmingham Press described Westhead's performance as, “Intense and compelling”.

John McAndrew of the Royal Shakespeare Company praised the production as, "Just terrific...brilliant, outrageous, and heartbreaking".


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All proceeds will benefit the , an international charity founded by David Westhead offering photographic training to young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.


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The foundation offers training and life skills to enable young people to move their lives forward and contribute to the society in which they live. For more information visit: wembleytosoweto.com


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Practical information

The show lasts approx. 50 minutes.

For more information see the venue website: The Calder Bookshop & Theatre.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Calder Bookshop & Theatre, 51 The Cut, London, United Kingdom

Tickets

GBP 22.38

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