NT Live: The Fifth Step

7th January 2026

Show Time: 7pm

Price: £15.00

Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk) is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, The Responder) in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new

play by David Ireland.

After years in the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous, James becomes a sponsor to newcomer Luka. The pair bond over black coffee, trade stories and build a fragile friendship out of their shared experiences. But as Luka approaches step five – the moment of confession – dangerous truths emerge, threatening the trust on which both of their recoveries depend.

Finn den Hertog directs the provocative and entertaining production filmed live from @sohoplace on London’s West End

Written by David Ireland
Directed by Finn den Hertog

Please note: This event is a screening and not being performed live.

Doors open 30 minutes before the performance start time.

Age BBFC Certificate: 15 (under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian) 

Running Time: 100 mins

Additional Offers: Educational Groups £10 per ticket. To book a group, please email the box office info@redgravetheatre.com