Nathaniel Parker and more set for Ragdoll at Jermyn Street Theatre

Jermyn Street Theatre has announced full casting for the world premiere of Katherine Moar’s Ragdoll, directed by Josh Seymour.

Set between two timelines, the play opens in 1978, where Holly, a young heiress, sits in a California prison awaiting trial for her role in a string of armed robberies that have gripped the nation. Her only hope lies with her ambitious lawyer Robert. In 2017, Robert is one of America’s most famous attorneys, but now faces a different trial: the court of public opinion.

Nathaniel Parker will play Robert, with Abigail Cruttenden as Holly, Ben Lamb as The Lawyer and Katie Matsell as The Heiress.

The production begins previews on 9 October 2025, opening on 14 October, and runs until 15 November.

Ragdoll marks Moar’s return to Jermyn Street following her debut play Farm Hall, which later toured the UK and transferred to Theatre Royal Haymarket in the West End.

Speaking about the new play, Moar said: “I’m thrilled to be returning to Jermyn Street Theatre after the wonderful experience I had there with my debut play, Farm Hall. 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 added: “Katherine’s debut play Farm Hall showed her to be one of the most assured and talented writers of her generation, thrilling audiences here, on a national tour and in 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.”

The creative team includes set designer Ceci Calf, costume designer Tom Paris, lighting designer Jamie Platt, composer and sound designer Lex Kosanke, movement director Anjali Mehra, casting director Becky Paris, dialect coach Andrea Fudge and voice coach Tess Dignan.