’Night, Mother review: Stockard Channing returns to the London stage in darkly comic drama

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy “I’m going to kill myself, Mama.” Jessie stands in the kitchen of her mother’s house, holding a gun from the attic that belonged to her late father. The action of ’Night, Mother plays out in real time in Mama’s ranch-like home, designed by Ti Green with its rich mahogany walls and surfaces strewn with crochet and newspapers. open image in gallery ‘’Night Mother’ at Hampstead Theatre Night occasionally breaks this to shout when unable to hold in her anger anymore, but Channing’s moments of rage, pushing pots and pans off the side, feel slightly lacklustre and elicit unfortunate titters, rather than gasps, from the audience. ‘’Night, Mother’ runs at Hampstead Theatre until 4 December If you are experiencing feelings of distress and isolation, or are struggling to cope, the Samaritans offers support; you can speak to someone for free over the phone, in confidence, on 116 123, email [email protected], or visit the Samaritans website to find details of your nearest branch.