Brie Larson Debuts in West End's 'Elektra' with Bold Transformation

The Oscar-winning actress embraces a buzz cut and a challenging role in Sophocles' tragedy, marking her first stage performance in London.

Brie Larson stars as the titular character in a new West End production of Sophocles' 'Elektra,' directed by Daniel Fish and featuring Anne Carson's translation.
The play, which explores themes of grief, vengeance, and selfhood, is Larson's first theater role after nearly three decades in film and television.
Larson documented her preparation for the role, including shaving her head for authenticity, in a behind-the-scenes video shared on her YouTube channel.
The minimalist production features innovative staging, including a revolving stage and sparse sets, to focus on the performances and themes of the play.
The production opened for previews on January 24 at the Duke of York’s Theatre in London and will run until April 12, following an earlier pre-run in Brighton.