
‘When two brilliant egoists marry… there is bound to be trouble’
In fashionable 1920s Belgravia, Sheila, a talented novelist, and Keld, an aspiring playwright, embark on married life. Both are fiercely ambitious, but when Keld’s career takes off and Sheila’s doesn’t, professional jealousy and an affair have a devastating effect on their marriage.
Startlingly moving, but full of customary sparkling wit and dark humour, Noël Coward’s first play is given a stylish period revival for its centenary year. The Rat Trap is lovingly revised by Bill Rosenfield and presented by Troupe, who return to Park Theatre after its critically acclaimed production of The Forsyte Saga Parts 1 and 2.
Ashley Cook for Troupe in association with Park Theatre.
The Venue
Park Theatre
Park Theatre, Clifton Terrace, Finsbury Park, London, United Kingdom, N4 3JP
Nearest Tube
Kings Cross
Nearest Train
Old Street, Moorgate
Running Time
2hrs 20mins
Booking Dates
First Performance
Wednesday 28th January 2026
Last Performance
Saturday 14th March 2026