Erin Kellyman Shines in Stage Debut at Donmar Warehouse
Young British screen star Erin Kellyman delivers a storming stage debut in Anna Ziegler's drama Evening All Afternoon, now playing at the Donmar Warehouse in Seven Dials. The play, which runs from February 25 to April 11, 2026, has earned a four-star review for its intense exploration of a disintegrating daughter's psyche.
A Tale of Grief and Isolation
Evening All Afternoon is a 90-minute two-hander that serves as a tremendous vehicle for its actors. Kellyman, a 27-year-old Brit known for her screen roles, plays Delilah, a surly university-age American daughter grappling with her mother's death and the isolation of Covid lockdown. Her performance, marked by insouciant swagger and cataclysmic fragility, draws audiences in as she navigates a dangerous psychological stew.
Anastasia Hille co-stars as Jennifer, the new wife of Delilah's unseen British father. The play smartly deconstructs the facades of these tropey characters, revealing Delilah's agonizing vulnerability and Jennifer's hidden depths, including a passive-aggressive streak and darker secrets.
Production Highlights and Critical Reception
Directed by Zora, the production leverages the intimacy of the Donmar Warehouse with a simple revolve set by Basia Binkowska and magical lighting from Natasha Chivers. While the writing has been critiqued as overly sleek and Broadway-oriented, with an overly neat ending, it remains a compelling actor-first piece.
Kellyman's charismatic performance is the standout, suggesting she could easily transition to a substantial stage lead. The play, though not necessarily one for the ages, is praised for its emotional depth and the powerful dynamic between its two leads.
Details: Evening All Afternoon runs at Donmar Warehouse, 41 Earlham Street, London WC2H 9LX, with tickets priced £30-£70. Performances are scheduled on various dates, including matinees and evening shows, each lasting 1 hour 30 minutes.
