Philip Ridley’s edgy and provocative drama, The Fastest Clock In The Universe, caused a sensation when it premiered at Hampstead theatre in 1992, winning the Evening Standard Award for Most Promising Newcomer to the Stage and the Meyer Whitworth Prize. It is now regarded as a contemporary classic.

The Fastest Clock In The Universe is set in a strange room in East London, where the party preparations are under way. Everything has been planned to the last detail. Surely nothing can go wrong? After all, there’s the specially made birthday cake, the specially written cards, the specially chosen guest of honour… and a very, very sharp knife.

Since premiering The Fastest Clock In the Universe, Hampstead theatre has staged many of Ridley’s other plays including Ghost From A Perfect Place, Fairytaleheart and Vincent River.

The Fastest Clock In The Universe sees Edward Dick direct at Hampstead theatre for the first time.

As it contains scenes that some people may find offensive The Fastest Clock In The Universe is suitable for theatregoers aged 14 and older.

For more about The Fastest Clock In The Universe at Hampstead theatre, read the First Night Feature.