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The Shape of Things

Full-Length Play, Drama  /  2f, 2m

Neil LaBute

How far would you go for love? For art? What would you be willing to change? Which price might you pay? Such are the painful questions explored by Neil LaBute in this lacerating play, which received its world premiere at the Almeida Theatre, London, in 2001.

The Shape of Things

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  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    2f, 2m
  • Audience
    Target Audience
    Adult
Accolades
Accolades
  • Nominee: 2002 Drama Desk Awards for Outstanding Play
    Nominee: 2002 Olivier Awards for Best New Comedy

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Summary
How far would you go for love? For art? What would you be willing to change? Which price might you pay? Such are the painful questions explored by Neil LaBute in this lacerating play, which received its world premiere at the Almeida Theatre, London, in 2001. A young student drifts into an ever-changing relationship with an art major while his best friend’s engagement crumbles, unleashing a drama that peels back the skin of two modern-day relationships, exposing the raw meat and gristle that lie beneath.
History
The Shape of Things premiered at the Temporary Almeida Theatre at Kings Cross, London in 2001.
  • Time Period Contemporary
  • Setting Various simple settings
  • Cautions
    • Mild Adult Themes

Media

“It’s very funny, utterly chilling, compellingly provocative and grimly prescient.” – WhatsOnStage

“A stellar piece of theatre.” – Broadway World

“Sharp, cool, merciless.” – Daily Express

“The play is slick and efficient – and funny.” – Evening Standard

“Fast, fresh and funny.” – The Guardian

“A dark comedy that thrills until the end.” – London Theatre

“Clever, funny and chilling.” – The Observer

“Slick and sinister.” – The Stage

“Sinister, seductive and shocking.” — West End Best Friend

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Authors

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Neil LaBute

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