
National Theatre Live: Rockets and Blue Lights 2021
Overview
On the set of a new film about Victorian artist JMW Turner, young actress Lou is haunted by an unresolved history. Meanwhile, in 1840 Londoners Lucy and Thomas try to come to terms with the meaning of freedom. Moving between London past and present, we embark on a powerfully personal voyage through time.
Director: Miranda Cromwell
Cast

Anthony Aje
Billie

Paul Bradley
Turner / Roy

Karl Collins
Thomas / Trever

Kiza Deen
Lou / Olu

Rochelle Rose
Essie / Lucy

Matthew Seadon-Young
Ruskin / Johnson / Decker

Kudzai Sitima
Jess / Jeanie

Cathy Tyson
Danby / Mary / Meg / Shona

Everal Walsh
Clarke / Pearson / Benjamin

Luke Wilson
Caesar / Reuben