This May, Nottingham Playhouse will host an emotionally gripping and thought-provoking one-woman show titled A Beginner’s Guide to Widowhood. Directed by acclaimed theatre-maker Omar Khan, the performance takes place on Thursday, 8 May, and promises to be a bold and intimate exploration of love, loss, and the silence surrounding death.
At the heart of the production is the personal and often overlooked journey of young widowed women. Through raw storytelling and poignant moments, the show opens a dialogue about the grief that follows loss, the social discomfort around discussing death, and the resilience of those left behind. The narrative challenges taboos and offers audiences a chance to reflect on the universal but rarely addressed experience of mourning.
The one-woman performance format adds a powerful, immersive dimension, allowing the lead to draw the audience into a deeply personal emotional landscape. Under Omar Khan’s direction, the show balances intensity with insight, delivering a performance that is both moving and unflinchingly honest.
A Beginner’s Guide to Widowhood is not just a theatrical performance — it is a necessary conversation starter. Whether you’ve experienced loss yourself or are seeking to better understand grief, this production invites empathy, connection, and perhaps even healing.
For more details and tickets, visit: www.nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk
