Overview

• The Estate marks Shaan Sahota’s National Theatre debut by interweaving a British-Punjabi inheritance dispute with MP Angad Singh’s bid to lead his party.
• Critics have lauded Adeel Akhtar’s portrayal of Angad Singh for capturing the character’s earnest drive and buried resentment on stage.
• Chloe Lamford’s sliding-cabinet set has been singled out for its clever metaphor as it reveals both political maneuvering and family secrets.
• Reviewers note the play delivers potent emotional highs but struggles with cohesion as it shifts between political comedy and domestic drama.
• Drawing on Sahota’s own Southall upbringing and family will dispute, The Estate runs at the National Theatre through August 23, 2025.