July 8th 2024.
Kit Harington, the beloved actor best known for his role in Game of Thrones, is set to star in a new play that has everyone talking. The play, titled Slave Play and written by Jeremy O. Harris, is already making headlines for its controversial subject matter and a lengthy nude scene featuring Harington.
The play tells the story of an interracial couple who are forced to role-play as slaves on a plantation by their relationship therapist. This provocative premise has already sparked criticism and sparked interest in the show.
According to an insider, the nude scene in question lasts over ten minutes and has raised concerns about potential leaks or recordings. In order to protect Harington's privacy, special measures such as stickers have been put in place to prevent any unauthorized filming. Despite these precautions, the actor remains a professional and fully commits to his character even when he sheds his clothes.
It is not common for theatre performances to be filmed without express permission from the production, as was the case with Grease's Megamix finale. In the West End's Cabaret production, stickers are also used to cover the audience's camera lenses as they enter the venue, creating a similar level of privacy.
On Broadway, the show received criticism for its "offensive" scenes, but it seems that the production is taking steps to ensure a respectful and controlled viewing experience. Slave Play is set to run until September at the Noel Coward Theatre in London, with the show's website promoting it as an "experience for your eyes only" and urging viewers to "keep it in the Kit Kat Club."
This is not the first time Harington has bared it all on stage, as he previously did in Jamie Lloyd's 2016 production of Doctor Faustus. It seems that the actor is comfortable in his own skin and is not shy about nudity in his performances. However, he has also expressed frustration with being typecast as a "hunk," stating that he got into acting for the love of playing characters and not to be objectified.
In fact, Harington's role in Game of Thrones has also required him to film some nude scenes, but since his breakout role in Pompeii, he has been more selective about on-screen nudity. In an interview with Candis magazine, he stated that he never wanted to be seen as a sex symbol or heartthrob and that it comes with the territory of being a young male leading actor.
Slave Play, which opened in the West End on June 29, has already stirred up controversy with its move from Broadway to London. The show has been described as "disturbing" and "offensive" by some, but it has also been praised for its exploration of race and relationships.
As a way to create a safe and inclusive space for the show, the Noël Coward Theatre will be hosting two Black Out showings for an "all-Black-identifying audience" on July 17 and September 17. This is a unique opportunity for viewers to experience the play without the "white gaze."
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