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As Fred Woodley Evans prepares to return to the Jermyn Street Theatre for a high-stakes run in Lyle Kessler’s Orphans, he sat down with us to talk about this eagerly anticipated revival. A visceral drama exploring the raw edges of family and survival, this production marks a significant homecoming for Fred. After making waves in Outlying Islands at the start of 2025, his return is something audiences are very much looking forward to. Alongside Fred, he will be starring opposite Olivier Award winner Chris Walley and fellow Jermyn Street favourite Forbes Masson.

In this candid conversation, Fred reflects on the journey from his professional debut in Outlying Islands to the "Neverland magic" of his recent turn in Wendy and Peter Pan at the Barbican. We take a deep into his RADA days and his professional reunion with fellow actor Jonathan Rubin after graduating at Edinburgh Fringe. From the intensity of world-class training to the realities of navigating his first steps as a professional actor, this interview offers an insightful look into the rise of one of the most exciting young actors of his generation.

Orphans runs at Jermyn Street Theatre from 5 January - 24 January 2026 with tickets on sale now!