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Leeds Playhouse Stages Andrea Levy's 'Small Island' Adaptation

3/21/2026

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Story summary

Small Island by Andrea Levy is currently staged at Leeds Playhouse.
The production centers on Hortense and Gilbert alongside Queenie and Bernard, exploring racism and belonging.
Director Matthew Xia directs the adaptation at Leeds Playhouse.
The cast includes Anna Crichlow as Hortense and Daniel Ward as Gilbert.
The production runs for over three hours through March 28, 2026.

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Story summary

Small Island by Andrea Levy is currently staged at Leeds Playhouse.
The production centers on Hortense and Gilbert alongside Queenie and Bernard, exploring racism and belonging.
Director Matthew Xia directs the adaptation at Leeds Playhouse.
The cast includes Anna Crichlow as Hortense and Daniel Ward as Gilbert.
The production runs for over three hours through March 28, 2026.