National Theatre Live filmed performance. Sharmill Films. Encore screenings in cinemas nationally from August 8, 2024
Noël Coward once said, “If you’re a star, you should behave like one. I always have.”
Present Laughter is arguably one of the pinnacles of Coward’s work. Written in 1939, The story concerns a famous stage star Garry Essendine, styled on Coward himself. While planning a tour of a play in Africa, he has affairs with a debutante and his producer's boyfriend, meets with an insane playwright, deals with his secretary's demands as well as those of his ex-wife.