A gripping newsroom drama by Tracey Scott Wilson, The Story makes its UK premiere at the National Theatre, bringing a powerful exploration of race, journalism and truth to the stage.
Set inside a high-pressure newsroom, the play follows a group of journalists racing to break a story that could define their careers. When the death of a white schoolteacher in a predominantly Black neighbourhood ignites media attention, the pursuit of the headline quickly becomes a complex and morally charged investigation.
At the centre is an ambitious Black reporter who begins to question the narrative being constructed around her, pushing beyond editorial boundaries and forcing those around her to confront the ethical lines they are willing to cross. As new evidence emerges, the story shifts, exposing the fragile relationship between truth, perception and power.
Directed by Clint Dyer and starring Letitia Wright in her National Theatre debut, the production brings urgency and contemporary relevance to a work that interrogates who gets to shape the public narrative — and at what cost.
Originally premiered in New York in 2003, the play is inspired by real-life events and continues to resonate in today’s media landscape, where the tension between fact and storytelling remains at the forefront of public discourse.
The Olivier Theatre at the National Theatre is one of the UK’s most prestigious stages, known for presenting bold new work and major productions in the heart of London’s South Bank cultural district.
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Ticket Prices: From £30
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