The BBC have released brand-new pictures of the cast of upcoming comedy series Staged, starring David Tennant and Michael Sheen
First announced at the end of last month, Tennant and Sheen are set to lead this brand-new comedy series, which has been created during the current lockdown using a combination of self-shooting and video conferencing technology.
Staged will follow the cast of a West End play, described as ‘the cream of the crop of British acting talent’. The actors’ rehearsals are brought to a sudden halt when they are furloughed, with the series following the cast as they try their best to keep their rehearsals on track whilst they’re all stuck in lockdown.
Tennant and Sheen Throw Themselves Into Remote Rehearsals
Among the new pictures which have been released are several snapshots of David Tennant and Michael Sheen’s characters as they speak over video calls, and get fully involved with the remote rehearsals for their upcoming play! There are also a few pictures of the two leads in and around their respective homes and gardens, and one featuring the series’ co-creator Simon Evans.
David Tennant Adjusts to Life in Lockdown
As well as these, the BBC have released several solo pictures of Tennant on a video call and in and around his home, with one featuring a cameo from his pet dog!
David and Georgia Tennant’s Family Life Continues as Normal
Several of these new pictures also feature appearance from the rest of David Tennant’s family, including wife Georgia Tennant, who is also due to star in Staged, as well as being one of the series’ co-producers. These images also feature appearances from the couple’s children and dog!
Michael Sheen is Hard at Work at Home
Elsewhere, the BBC have unveiled several solo shots of Michael Sheen in and around his home, clearly hard at work whilst in lockdown!
As well as these, a few pictures have been released featuring Michael Sheen’s partner Anna Lundberg, who is also set to star in Staged.
Not pictured are Lucy Eaton (A Day in the Death of Joe Egg, Daisy Pulls It Off) and Nina Sosanya (Killing Eve, His Dark Materials) who have both been announced as starring in Staged, with others due to be announced later.
Charlotte Moore, Director of BBC Content has said, “It’s vital that the BBC provides moments of light relief and this mischievous idea shows what great sports Michael and David are in sending themselves up.’
Staged will begin airing on BBC One on Wednesday 10th June 2020 at 10:45pm, and will be available as a box set on BBC iPlayer after transmission.
New comedy series #Staged, starring #DavidTennant and @MichaelSheen, is coming to @BBCOne in June. Here's a little taster of what you can expect: https://t.co/xmzxmmVHSR pic.twitter.com/hehqJg8OX2
— BBC Press Office (@bbcpress) May 22, 2020
