#abigail's party

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Abigail's Party (1977)

🎬 Mike Leigh

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Abigail's Party (Mike Leigh, 1977)

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Which classic 1970s BBC 'Play for Today' was written by Mike Leigh and starred Alison Steadman?

'Abigail's Party', was written by Mike Leigh (born 1943) for the anthology drama series 'Play for Today' that first aired in the 1970s. Starring Alison Steadman (born 1946) in the lead role, the play is set in the home of Beverly and Laurence, a married couple who are hosting a party for their new neighbours, Angela and Tony, as well as the divorcee Susan. Over the course of the evening, tensions begin to simmer and tempers flare as the characters reveal their true selves and get embroiled in a series of arguments and misunderstandings.

At the centre of it, is the character of Beverly, played by Steadman. She is a complex and fascinating character, equal parts charming and manipulative. Ultimately, it is her actions that provide the catalyst for the play's dramatic conclusion.

The play is a fascinating exploration of the social values of 1970s Britain, and Leigh's script is both witty and incisive. The performances are uniformly excellent, with Steadman, in particular, giving a career-defining turn. 'Abigail's Party' has endured as a classic of British television, and continues to be enjoyed by audiences to this day.

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The Last Dinner Party photographed by Phoebe Cox for NME

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the last dinner party photographed by cal mcintyre

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the quarry art dump 🫡

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you don't understand i am obsessed with her

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SINNER (ON THE ROAD) by THE LAST DINNER PARTY

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Abigail's Party (1977)

🎬 Mike Leigh

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she's the moment

📸 todd owyoung

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the whole family got together at the pool to celebrate jialun's bday WOOOOOO

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Nothing Matters by The Last Dinner Party. Directed by Saorla Houston, 2023.

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✯ Abigail Morris icons

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the last dinner party performing at coachella