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First Look at Love In A Foreign Land at The Playground Theatre

  • Writer: Cyprus High Commission
    Cyprus High Commission
  • Mar 30
  • 2 min read

We are thrilled to share the first look at Maria Vigar’s Love In A Foreign Land, which opened last night (26 March) at The Playground Theatre for a three-week run until 12 April 2025.

This powerful new play, produced by Maria Vigar Productions in collaboration with Theatre Lab Company, is inspired by a true story spanning from 1959 to 2009. It follows the journey of a woman who leaves her home in Nicosia, Cyprus, defying cultural norms and youthful expectations, to cross the sea in search of her husband. What unfolds is a lifetime of migration, love, and longing — an intensely moving portrayal of the immigrant experience.

Directed by award-winning Greek director Anastasia Revi, with music composed and arranged by bestselling author Louis de Bernières (Captain Corelli's Mandolin), the production features a professional cast of eight, including Lucy Christofi Christy and Elena Hadjiafxendi.


Cast & Creative Team:

Cast: Lucy Christofi Christy, Elena Hadjiafxendi, Ilias Alexeas, Mary Roubos, Laura de Marchis, Alexander Fragkos, Wanja Mary Sellers, Asterios Koritas


Creative Team:

  • Writer: Maria Vigar

  • Director: Anastasia Revi

  • Music Composer/Arranger: Louis de Bernières

  • Designer: Emily Cave

  • Lighting & Graphics Design: Yiannis Katsaris

  • Sound Design: Hades

  • Producer: Martina Reynolds

  • Assistant Directors: Elena Michailidi, Lydia Vie

  • Stage Manager/Operator: Christiana Maycea

  • Production Assistant: William Bowen

  • PR: Carol Ann Walters


Set in the intimate and innovative space of The Playground Theatre in London, the production beautifully captures the complexities of love, identity, and resilience.


Venue & Dates:


The Playground Theatre (Latimer Road, London W10 6RQ) Wednesday 26 March – Saturday 12 April 2025

For more information and to book tickets, visit: www.theplaygroundtheatre.org.uk

We are proud to support this incredible production, bringing Cypriot stories and voices to UK audiences. Stay tuned for more photos and highlights from the show on our social media channels.



 
 
 

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