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National Theatre Live: The Authenticator
“This house is full of secrets.”
0.0 / 10• 2026•NR• English
Drama
Storyline
Soon after inheriting her family's stately home, eccentric artist Fenella Harford discovers a stash of hidden diaries and enlists a young academic, Marva, to confirm their authenticity. Joined by Marva’s brilliant but overlooked mentor, Abi, the three women come together to seek the truth, soon realising that secrets at the heart of Harford Hall were darker than they could have imagined. A gripping gothic psychological thriller, The Authenticator reunites writer Winsome Pinnock with director Miranda Cromwell, following their acclaimed production, "Rockets and Blue Lights". Stage play performed at the Dorfman Theatre, National Theatre, in London, UK.
Cast & Crew
Rakie Ayola
Abi
Lead
Sylvestra Le Touzel
Fen
Cherrelle Skeete
Marva
Phoebe Campbell
Ghost Bride (voice)
NM
Nuala McGovern
Radio Presenter (voice)
What People Are Saying
0.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Miranda Cromwell's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. National Theatre Live: The Authenticator is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
