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Play Explores Queer Love and Loss in Reunion

3/22/2026

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Story summary
  • Louis Emmitt-Stern's award-winning play reunites two ex-partners, Jude and Kyle, in Jude's Canary Wharf penthouse after years apart.
  • Jude grieves the death of his partner, while Kyle has moved on from their hedonistic past.
  • Matthew Iliffe directs the production, with John McCrea and Perry Williams delivering strong performances.
  • The play's frequent revelations engage dialogue but may detract from realism, while offering a poignant exploration of queer relationships and loss.