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World Premiere
Jan 2026
Barbary Lion poster

Barbary Lion

By Chandler Hubbard

Venue Drayton Arms Theatre
Dates 29–30 January 2026
Director Harrison Hartley

In the near future, two "compatible" strangers are brought together in a sterile room to talk. Just to talk. But as questions are asked and unseen observers listen in, it becomes clear that the conversation is anything but casual. Why have they been matched? What's being tested? And what will happen when the talking stops?

Blending tension, humour, and razor-sharp social commentary, Barbary Lion explores identity during political and social crisis – examining what we inherit, what we cling to, and what we choose to leave behind.

"Such is the case with most empires – nothing like that lasts forever."

"Directed by Harrison Hartley, the movement remains clear, and the two characters' physicality resembles who they are as a person… The quick dialogue was masterfully navigated by the two performers, the razor-sharp subject changes and emotional depth was felt and exciting to watch."

Freya White – London Theatre Reviews

Cast

Mister ManSam Brenner
Miss LadyAnna-Jane Macpherson

Creatives

DirectorHarrison Hartley
PlaywrightChandler Hubbard
Show OperatorAnthony Draycott
Artistic Director (Drayton Arms)Audrey Thayer
Technical ManagerJessica Parritt

About the Writer

Chandler Hubbard (he/him) is an actor and playwright based in Richmond, Virginia. His produced works include Animal Control (2019 Martha Hill Newell Playwright's Fund; ATCA/Steinberg New Play Award Citation), Roman A Clef (RTCC Best Original Work Winner 2024), and The Minotaur, among others. He is a graduate of the University of Virginia and a proud member of the Dramatists Guild.