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Most Favoured: A One-Night Stand Sparks Parenthood Debate

12/16/2025

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David Ireland (playwright) writes Most Favoured, which lasts 45 minutes at Soho Theatre and runs until January 24, 2026.
The narrative centers on Mary and Mike waking in a Travelodge after a one-night stand during Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Mary seeks motherhood, while Mike claims to be an angel sent for that purpose.
Lauren Lyle and Alexander Arnold are praised for their performances, though critics find the script shallow.

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Story summary

David Ireland (playwright) writes Most Favoured, which lasts 45 minutes at Soho Theatre and runs until January 24, 2026.
The narrative centers on Mary and Mike waking in a Travelodge after a one-night stand during Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Mary seeks motherhood, while Mike claims to be an angel sent for that purpose.
Lauren Lyle and Alexander Arnold are praised for their performances, though critics find the script shallow.