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About The Estate
Don’t miss BAFTA winner Adeel Akhtar (Fool Me Once, Four Lions) starring in The Estate, a brand-new state of the nation play at the National Theatre. Book The Estate tickets on TodayTix.
The Estate is about Angad Singh, who becomes the political frontrunner when the opposition leader resigns amid a scandal. But when his home life starts to unravel dramatically, he must ask himself how far he will go to maintain his sparkling public persona. This is a gripping political satire that highlights the lies we tell ourselves, as well as the dynamics of power and family.
Alongside Adeel Akhtar, the cast includes Shelley Conn (Bridgerton), Dinita Gohil (The Father and the Assassin), Thusitha Jayasundera (The House of Bernarda Alba), Humphrey Ker (Welcome to Wrexham), Fode Simbo (Samuel Takes a Break...), and Helena Wilson (The Hills of California).
Run time
2hr 30min. Incl. interval.
Venue
Categories
Start date
9th July, 2025
End date
23rd August, 2025
The Estate cast and creative team
By: Shaan Sahota
Director: Daniel Raggett
Sets: Chloe Lamford
Costumes: Khadija Raza
Lighting: Jessica Hung Han Yun
Sound: Mike Winship
Casting Director Bryony Jarvis-Taylor
Staff Director Molly Stacey
Venue
Dorfman Theatre
Directions
Location: National
Railway station: Waterloo
Bus numbers: 1, 4, 26, 59, 68, 76, 139, 168, 171, 172, 176, 188, 243, 341, 521, X68
Car park: National Theatre basement, accessed from Upper Ground Opening times: 6am to 12 midnight (Mon – Fri) and 7am to 12 midnight (Sat and Sun)
Directions from tube: The National Theatre is on the South Bank, just minutes from Covent Garden, the West End and Waterloo. The main entrance is on the riverside walkway.
More information about The Estate
The Estate in London is written by Shaan Sahota, who is making her National Theatre debut. This play was the recipient of the 2024 Edgerton Foundation New Play Awards, and it was also shortlisted for the Women’s Prize in Playwriting 2020.
The talented creative team bringing this show to life includes director Daniel Raggett, set designer Chloe Lamford, costume designer Khadija Raza, lighting designer Jessica Hung Han Yun, and sound designer Mike Winship.
“I’m delighted that Shaan Sahota’s brand-new play The Estate marks her debut at the National Theatre in my final season. The play is a timely and unflinching examination of politics in Britain that will resonate with people worldwide.” Rufus Norris, the Director and Joint Chief Executive of the National Theatre, said. “We are so grateful for the support of the Edgerton Foundation in enabling us to give artists the time to realise their visions and create world-class theatre for global audiences.”
What to watch for
- In addition to being a successful playwright and television writer, Shaan Sahota is also a doctor.
- The Estate earned Shaan Sahota a place in the Tamasha Playwrights program.
- Director Daniel Raggett was nominated for the Emerging Talent award at the 66th Evening Standard Awards for Anna X.
- Adeel Akhtar is a multi-award-winning actor—he earned a British Academy Television Award for Best Supporting Actor for Sherwood, and he also earned the award for Outstanding Supporting Performance at the Children’s and Family Emmy Awards for Sweet Tooth.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Estate about?
Don’t miss BAFTA winner Adeel Akhtar (Fool Me Once, Four Lions) starring in The Estate, a brand-new state of the nation play at the National Theatre. This play tells the story of Angad Singh, who becomes the political frontrunner when the opposition leader resigns in a scandal, but soon Angad’s personal life threatens to ruin everything.
How do you get tickets for The Estate?
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What is the running time of The Estate?
The Estate runs for 2hr 30min. Incl. interval.
Which theatre is The Estate at?
The Estate is at London's Dorfman Theatre, which is located at National Theatre, South Bank, London, SE1 9PX.
How much are tickets for The Estate?
The Estate tickets start at £56.
Who wrote The Estate?
Shaan Sahota wrote the play.
Who directed The Estate?
Daniel Raggett directs the show.
Is The Estate appropriate for kids?
The Estate doesn’t currently have an age guideline. However, be aware that this play is a dark political satire.
Is The Estate good?
The Estate is a highly anticipated, award-winning new play by Shaan Sahota and starring BAFTA-winning actor Adeel Akhtar. This state-of-the-nation political satire has a gripping story alongside an exceptional cast and creative team.
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