“You love the attention, you always have.”
Jermyn Street Theatre in London’s St James’s district, announced full casting for the world premiere of Katherine Moar’s Ragdoll.
Josh Seymour directs Nathaniel Parke as Robert, Abigail Cruttenden as Holly, Ben Lamb as The Lawyer, and Katie Matsell as The Heiress.
1978. Holly, a young heiress, sits in a California prison awaiting trial for her role in a string of armed robberies that have captivated the nation. Her only hope? Her hotshot lawyer, Robert—who might make his name, if he can save hers.
2017. Robert, now one of the most famous attorneys in America, faces a different kind of trial: the court of public opinion. In a last-ditch bid for redemption, he turns to the one former client who could help him plead his case. But will she?
Following Farm Hall’s record-breaking run and West End transfer, Katherine Moar returns to Jermyn Street Theatre with her second play, inspired by the trial of Patty Hearst. Rising star Josh Seymour directs this world premiere, plunging us into the psychedelic swirl of celebrity, violence, and scandal of 1970s America.
Katherine Moar is a playwright. Her debut play Farm Hall premiered at Jermyn Street Theatre, before embarking on a UK tour, then transferring to the Theatre Royal Haymarket. Moar is a PHD student at King’s College London and the Imperial War Museum.
Katherine said, “I’m thrilled to be returning to Jermyn Street Theatre after the wonderful experience I had there with my debut play. There’s something truly special about this space – its intimacy draws the audience into every moment, making each performance deeply personal. I’m especially excited to be working with such a phenomenal cast. I can’t wait to see them bring this play to life in rehearsals and to share that magic with audiences.”
Artistic Director Stella Powell-Jones and Co-Artistic Director and Executive Producer David Doyle also added, “Katherine’s debut play showed her to be one of the most assured and talented writers of her generation, thrilling audiences here, on a national tour and on the West End. We’re delighted to now premiere her second, Ragdoll. Josh Seymour has a rare gift for making theatre that grips you tight. He leads an exceptional cast and creative team, and we can’t wait to share this production with audiences.”
Jermyn Street Theatre, 16B Jermyn Street, London, SW1Y 6ST from 9 October – 15 November 2025
Booking and full details: www.jermynstreettheatre.co.uk
