National Theatre Live Presents, The Fifth Step

Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk) is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, The Responder) in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new play by David Ireland.
After years in the 12-step program of Alcoholics Anonymous, James becomes a sponsor to newcomer Luka. The pair bond over black coffee, trade stories and build a fragile friendship out of their shared experiences. But as Luka approaches step five – the moment of confession – dangerous truths emerge, threatening the trust on which both of their recoveries depend.
Finn den Hertog directs the provocative and entertaining production filmed live from @sohoplace on London’s West End.
National Theatre Live brings the best of the British stage to cinemas around the world. The plays are filmed in front of a live theater audience, but optimized for the big screen, so it is the next best thing to being there. The actors on stage deliver their performances as they normally would any other night, but to make sure everyone watching in a cinema has the best seat in the house, the position of the cameras is tailored to capture each production. Filmmakers work closely with technical teams to make sure every element on stage such as lighting, hair and make-up look fantastic on the big screen.
Important Information:
Film Start Time: Doors open at 2:00pm, and the film will begin promptly at 3:00pm. As our films are general admission seating, please be sure to arrive early to secure your seat. Beer, wine, and concessions will be available.
Free Parking:
We’re pleased to offer complimentary parking for all attendees. Simply bring your parking ticket from the library parking lot (across from the Main Library on Rock Street) or the parking deck (next to the Main Library on Rock Street) inside the theater, and our friendly box office staff will validate it for you. Validations are for paid ticket holders only.
We look forward to welcoming you to an evening of timeless storytelling at the CALS Ron Robinson Theater!