Retrograde

The Golden Age of Hollywood was known for many milestones but was also the worst era in history when it came to the oppression of minorities. The 28-year-old Sidney Poitier in this true story is simply a regular guy with big plans: he wants to make his first feature film. But before he cemented his name as the first Oscar award-winning black actor, he was faced with a choice that would come to define his character. Retrograde, written by Ryan Calais Cameron, and directed by Amit Sharma, delves into a pivotal moment in the career of an industry icon, one that paved the way for newcomers, shifted public perception, and established the star's long reputation. With a limited run schedule of just 14 weeks, don't wait to see the 'exceptional' (The Guardian) drama with Retrograde tickets at the Apollo Theatre!

The Story

In the golden age of Hollywood, young Sidney Poitier is summoned to an NBC studio with a nightmarish proposition - sacrifice his morals for an incredible opportunity or risk putting his entire career on the line. As a racist lawyer manipulates him with veiled threats, the actor must decide between survival and principle once and for all. Will he take the high road? Or will another man in need be forced to succumb to the harsh reality of the film business? Find the answer with tickets to Retrograde play in London!