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Les Liaisons Dangereuses – National Theatre Screening

18 July 2026

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National Theatre

@ The Bear Pit Theatre

Synopsis

National Theatre – Screening

Among the glittering salons of the super-rich, reputation is everything and for women, one misstep can mean ruin.

The Marquise de Merteuil, a master in the art of survival and manipulation, joins forces with the dangerously charming Vicomte de Valmont to turn seduction into strategy and desire into a weapon.

Their cruel games target the innocent Cécile de Volanges and the virtuous Madame de Tourvel, but when their alliance collapses into rivalry, the fallout is devastating.

This bold staging by Marianne Elliott reimagines Christopher Hampton’s celebrated adaptation with sharp modern resonance.
Lesley Manville brings icy precision to Merteuil’s calculated cruelty, while Aidan Turner’s Valmont simmers with charisma and menace. Together, they navigate a thrilling game of love, lies, and social warfare where every move risks destruction.

Ticket information

Tickets
Standard – £14
4 For 3 discount –  applied at checkout

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Credits & acknowledgements

Directed by Marianne Elliot

Cast:

Marquise de Merteuil: Lesley Manville
Vicomte de Valmont: Aidan Turner
Madame de Tourvel: Monica Barbaro
Madame de Rosemonde: Gabrielle Drake
Azolan: Sharif Afifi
Julie: Nandi Bhebhe
Major-Domo: Ali Goldsmith
Chevalier Danceny : Darragh Hand
Madame de Volanges: Cat Simmons
Cécile Volanges: Hannah van der Westhuysen

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