La Bella

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Theatre (drama, historical)

  • Venue 6
    C ARTS | C venues | C aurora - studio
  • 12:00
  • Aug 25
  • 50 minutes
  • Suitability: 14+ (Guideline)
  • Country: United Kingdom - England
  • Group: Suffragette Theatre Company
  • Warnings and additional info: Contains mature themes, Scenes of a sexual nature, Strong language/swearing
  • Accessibility:
    Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
    May not apply to all performances. You'll find more information about accessibile performances and how to book tickets in the accessibility tab below.
  • Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
  • Policy applies to: Children under 2 years

Description

An unsure artist, incongruent in high-class society, and a young bride, delivered to a new city, are thrown together to create something beautiful for the people that control them. What they end up producing is a delicate all-consuming relationship that will prove to be the most important of their lives. Inspired by the friendship between famed Renaissance painter Sandro Botticelli and his model and muse Simonetta Vespucci. Their story is told through vignettes of the brief time they spend together in the artist’s studio before the deadly poison of the outside seeps in through cracks in the door.

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General venue access

  • Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
  • Accessible entry: Entrance to studio and accessible toilet is via level entrance to halls from Lauriston Street. Accessible toilet off ground floor foyer (slight downward slope to floor in foyer).

    • Wheelchair access type: Level Access

  • Stairs: Information not supplied

Each venue can contain several space with different accessibly information. Visit the venue page for full venue accessibility info

How and when to make an access booking

Our access tickets service is available to anyone who:

  • Would like to book specific accessibility services, e.g. a hearing loop, audio description headsets, captioning units, seating in relation to the location of the BSL interpreter
  • Requires extra assistance when at a venue
  • Has specific seating requirements
  • Is a wheelchair user
  • Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance

Kevin Moss 15 days ago

I headed over to see this play at the suggestion of Russell T Davies on Instagram and was glad I did. Very strong performances from both, very engaging. I hope they both get roles in ongoing and future RTD projects.

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Amy 17 days ago

I absolutely loved this play. The writing was fascinating, funny and perspicacious and I found it utterly gripping. La Bella is the kind of
perfectly crafted gem that makes this festival so
special. Can’t recommend it highly enough - it needs a transfer!

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Anna 19 days ago

Brilliant show - The dialogue was incredibly written and the male lead was mesmerising… somebody get him to Hollywood!

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Adam 20 days ago

Great script, great acting

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Paula 20 days ago

I’d recommend this show - it’s witty and interesting and the two leads are fantastic xx

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Abby Baker 21 days ago

A triumph for these dedicated students. Great for beginners. Cold, simple, and yet not exact.

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Roy 22 days ago

Very well written contemporary story with powerful performances from the two leads. Each told their story in a personal meaningful way with strong chemistry between the characters. The recounting of her life by Simonetta was emotional and deep and no doubt resonates for many (unfortunately).
Highly recommended - loved it!

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Susie 22 days ago

This is a beautifully written play, with a wonderful performance from the two leads. This really is a must see!!

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sarah 23 days ago

So well written, and beautifully performed - a must watch!

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Freya 23 days ago

Outstanding show. The dialogue is so insightful and the acting is powerful.
I was engaged throughout.
Highly recommend this beautiful play

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Ashley 23 days ago

Beautifully written, directed and performed. At the fringe it is worth digging deep to find a rare gem amongst so many. I'm glad I happened upon this and would encourage others to do exactly the same.

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Lee 23 days ago

The surprise of the fringe.
The Renaissance answer to ‘one day’
The two leads were outstanding.
Someone call the national theatre & get this showing in London.
Classiest poster and instagram too!

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thespyinthestalls.com (3.5/5 stars) 18 days ago

“Greenhalgh’s writing is phenomenally impressive”

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