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The Crimson Hotel

In this absurdist comedy two lovers - a playwright and his lead actress - escape to a discreet and charming Parisian hotel, conjured from a desert landscape.

The Crimson Hotel

Accolades
Accolades
  • Nominee: 2008 Olivier Award for Best New Comedy

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Summary

In this absurdist comedy two lovers - a playwright and his lead actress - escape to a discreet and charming Parisian hotel, conjured from a desert landscape. As the walls, door and crimson curtains of Room 322 materialise around them, a fumbling of fastenings ensues. But they soon discover they're not the only couple intent on escaping from reality.

Published in a two play volume with Audience.

Media

“A fiendishly clever piece.” — The Guardian

“Extremely funny.” — British Theatre Guide

“It is full of meta-theatrical humour.” — CurtainUp

Licensing & Materials

  • Minimum Fee: $65 per performance

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Authors

Michael Frayn

Michael Frayn was born in London in 1933. He began his career as a reporter for the Guardian and later the Observer. After leaving the Observer he continued to write as a columnist as well as publishing novels and plays for television and stage.

His plays for stage include Cop ...

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