Down the Road

This production marks Down the Road’s UK revival since 2003 from award-winning playwright Lee Blessing, who has been called “America’s most imaginative playwright on public issues” by Time Magazine.

A true-blue journalist couple is hired to interview Bill Reach, a young, sadistic serial killer, for his tell-all book. With dreams of starting their own family and hopes of this being their big break, Iris and Dan are drawn closer into Reach's chilling yet alluring orbit and unwittingly take their work home with them.

When grisly tales captivate and shock value sells, how will Dan and Iris navigate the fine line between journalistic integrity and glorifying the actions of Bill Reach?

Tracy Mathewson directs "Down the Road" in a modern-day revival of Lee Blessing’s 1991 play that originally set Dan and Iris' journey amidst the public’s then-fresh fascination with serial killers. Today, though, when the world of true crime saturates pop culture, podcasts, and television, the public's appetite for serial killer psychology is no longer salacious… it's ordinary. Mathewson sets this morality play from the 90s firmly in the 21st century to see just how far our dark enchantment with true crime goes. 

This gripping psychological thriller explores the complex intersection of true crime, ethics, and the allure of killers in our culture. Don’t miss "Down the Road", a limited run at Playhouse East. Must close March 29th

PRAISE FOR DOWN THE ROAD

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ”The intensity of the play is remarkably maintained throughout the entire 90 minutes” -A Spy In the Stalls. This epic production brings the horrific brutality and mercilessness of murder to life in front of us in a way very few performances could. The masterful writing (Lee Blessing) and the pinpoint direction (Tracey Mathewson) mean that in every scene, we are left wanting more.

⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Down the Road" is a powerful production that challenges audiences to confront uncomfortable truths, marking a great inaugural show for American Theater of London.” -London Theatre Reviews

⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A gripping and thought-provoking revival that challenges our obsession with true crime while delivering a standout performance from Joshua Collins” - A Youngish Perspective

⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I found myself completely riveted by the mind games and the struggle of both the journalists and the serial killer to control the narrative. “ -Jack The Lad

March 4 - 29

Playhouse East 258 Kingsland Rd, LDN, E8 4DG

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CrimeCon UK is the ultimate true crime event for those passionate about understanding crime through an ethical lens. Partnered by TRUE CRIME, the expert-led documentary and series channel, CrimeCon UK is returning to London on June 7-8 and debuting in Manchester on September 27, 2025. This unique experience brings together survivors, victims’ families, criminologists, law enforcement professionals, and true crime enthusiasts to share stories in a compassionate, inquisitive, and supportive environment.

The event emphasizes advocacy, discovery, and education, with responsible storytelling at the heart of its content. Attendees will engage with forensic experts, investigative journalists, and leading true crime creators to explore crime’s impact on victims and society. CrimeCon UK is more than an event—it’s a platform where the voices that most need to be heard can share their stories.

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