Monstering the Rocketman
by
Henry Naylor
Book Details
Format
Paperback / Softback
Book Series
NHB Modern Plays
ISBN-10
1839045612
ISBN-13
9781839045615
Publisher
Nick Hern Books
Imprint
Nick Hern Books
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Feb 12th, 2026
Print length
64 Pages
Weight
80 grams
Dimensions
12.70 x 19.80 x 0.90 cms
Product Classification:
Plays, playscriptsPlays, playscripts, drama
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A probing and provocative play exploring truth, privacy and ambition, based on the true story of Britain's biggest-ever libel suit, Elton John vs The Sun. First staged at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe before transferring to Arcola Theatre, London, in 2026.
'Where is the line between fact and fiction? Not our concern. Truth is just a commodity to be sold.'When The Sun falsely accuses Elton John, 39, of 'sordid rent-boy sex sessions', the Rocketman blasts it with a whopping multi-million-pound lawsuit…But for unrepentant editor Kelvin MacKenzie, 40, 'sorry' seems to be the hardest word. He launches a staggering year-long campaign of media harassment, which could break the rocker. In the end: is Elton still standing? Or does The Sun go down on him?Based on the true story of Britain's biggest-ever libel suit, Monstering the Rocketman is a probing and provocative exploration of truth, privacy and ambition. Henry Naylor's play premiered to critical acclaim at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2025, where it received a Fringe First Award, before transferring to Arcola Theatre, London, in 2026.
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