directed by Cecilia Thoden van Velzen
presented by Third Thing Productions

Set against the backdrop of widespread social and political unrest in turn-of-the-century Tsarist Russia, Oscar Wildes little-known first play is a gripping and provocative story of idealism, conspiracy, and corruption.

As social unrest sweeps across Russia, a young woman by the name of Vera Sabouroff travels to Moscow to avenge her brothers unjust imprisonment. Driven initially by a desire for vengeance, Vera becomes embroiled with a secretive faction of social radicals known as the Nihilists and rapidly becomes their most proficient assassin.

United only by their rejection of societal norms and their desire to spark a nationwide revolution, the group hatch a daring plot to murder the Czar and free their nation from the grip of tyranny. But when her ideals are brought into conflict with her heart, Vera finds herself doubting the cause for which she has risked everything.

This production the first-ever London revival is directed and reconceptualised by Cecilia Thoden van Velzen, founder of production company Greensleeved. It is the debut producton from Third Thing Productions.

Saturday 20th September at 3.00pm:Relaxed Performance of Vera.

Information from the company on what a relaxed performance of Vera looks like:
Early access to seats at 2:40pm
Open door policy, and invitation to move freely during the performance
Introduction to the performance by the cast and crew
Introduction document about the performance will be available to download on this webpage a week before the performance (detailing
the story, set, costumes and whos playing who)
Adapted sound and lights (i.e. reduced noise levels, house lights remain on low during the performance)
Adapted performances (i.e. no shouting or screaming, no direct eye-contact with the audience)

Getting to the theatre
Due to the lay-out of the premises, there is no breakout space available.
Step free entry to the theatre is through the Brockley Jack Pub. This is a potentially loud environment, and the company will have ear defenders and people from their team present to show you to the theatre.
There is an alternative stepped access to the theatre through its own entrance.
Toilets are situated to the rear of the Brockley Jack bar.

Saturday 20 September 2025 at 3.00pm
Tickets: 17, 15 conc, suitable for 12+
Terms and conditions apply when booking.

Our concessionary price tickets are for: full-time students, over 65s, registered unwaged, under 18s and Equity Members.
Please bring proof of status.