Speaking in Tongues

Life on Mars star John Simm returns to the stage for the West End premiere of Andrew Bovell's ingenious thriller at the Duke of York's Theatre.

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Speaking In Tongues at Duke of York’s Theatre in London

John Simm goes from Doctor Who villain to brooding detective for his new stage role in Andrew Bovell's Speaking In Tongues at the Duke of York's Theatre.

The BAFTA and Olivier Award-nominated actor plays detective Leon Zat alongside a strong cast that includes Ian Hart, Kerry Fox and Lucy Cohu.

The production is directed by Toby Frow and written by award-winning playwright Andrew Bovell, who co-wrote the screenplay for Strictly Ballroom.

About The Play: Speaking in Tongues

Speaking In Tongues centres round nine people, whose lives are connected by four infidelities, one person and a mysterious stiletto.

Detective Zat builds his investigation using confessionals, interrogations and "split-screen" scenes.

The play tackles betrayal, commitment, trust and the far-reaching impact our actions can have on strangers.

Speaking in Tongues appeared in film form as Bovell's multi-award-winning screenplay Lantana in 2001, starring Anthony LaPaglia, Barbara Hershey and Geoffrey Rush.

The Cast: John Simm, Ian Hart, Kerry Fox and Lucy Cohu

John Simm is one of the UK's leading actors, best known for screen-stealing roles in Human Traffic, Doctor Who, Life on Mars and Clocking Off.

In theatre, Simm has appeared in Goldhawk Road, Danny Rule and Elling, for which he earned an Olivier Award and Theatregoers' Choice nomination.

Ian Hart's career highlights include roles as John Lennon in Backbeat and Professor Quirell in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, plus stage appearances in 2,000 Feet Away and The Homecoming.

Kerry Fox's varied CV includes acclaimed performances in Danny Boyle's Shallow Grave, Welcome to Sarajevo and the Young Vic's Cruel and Tender.

Lucy Cohu won an Emmy for Best Actress in Forgiven, plus Emmy and BAFTA nominations for her role as Princess Margaret in The Queen’s Sister. She is currently appearing in TV drama Torchwood.