Set against the backdrop of the harsh economic times of 1979, The Knowledge is based on the iconic 1979 TV film comedy, written by Jack Rosenthal, and follows the hilarious struggles of four Londoners as they attempt to better themselves by attempting the fearsome "Knowledge" - the process of becoming a London black cab taxi driver. Standing between them and the coveted Green Badge is the eccentric Mr. Burgess, the examiner. Also known as "The Vampire", he is on an obsessive mission to maintain standards.T233170882Adapted by Simon Block. Director Maureen Lipman. Design Nicolai Hart-Hansen. Costume Jonathan Lipman. Sound Andrew Johnson. Performer Steven Pacey (Mr Burgess). Performer Celine Abrahams (Brenda). Performer James Aexandrou (Gordon). Performer Jenna Augen (Val). Performer Louise Callaghan (Miss Staveley). Performer Ben Caplan (Ted). Performer Michae Chance (Arab Tourist). Performer Alice Felgate (Janet). Performer Fabien Frankel (Chris). | |
| 4 Sep 17 to 11 Nov 17 | Charing Cross Theatre, Inner London :: V241 listing details L01427664609 |
