Susan is dangerously lonely. Frank is obsessed with hats. Their marriage is on the rocks but Frank has a plan to spice things up. He’s taking their pet rabbit to be murdered – by a psychopath.
With caustic jokes and abominable intentions, this new black comedy is the stage writing debut from Joe Hampson. Best known for his work on TV and Radio, credits include: Skins (E4), The News Quiz (BBC Radio 4) and Newsjack (BBC Radio 4 Extra).
Cast
in order of appearance
Kevin / Andrew / Pete I Alex Ferns
Frank I David Schaal
Susan I Karen Ascoe
Team
Writer - Joe Hampson
Director - Sadie Spencer
Set & Costume Designer - Alex Berry
Producer - Celia Dugua
Assistant Producer - Esme Pitts
Production Manager - Sacha Queiroz
Company Stage Manager - Olly Jacques
Production Photography - David Monteith-Hodge
Videography - MannBros Media
Press - Nick Pearce, for Target Live
★★★★★
LondonTheatre1
'If you’re looking for a near-perfect play off the West End, here it is... I’d see it again tomorrow'
★★★★★
Everything Theatre
'One of the funniest and freshest plays you’ll see all year, led by a feisty cast with perfect comedic timing. Alex Ferns, in particular, is a riot.'
★★★★
Stage Review
'Original, gutsy and hysterically funny, Joe Hampson's Rabbits lifts the lid on a normal couple's relationship to reveal how quirky life can be.'