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"Honest, reflective…A frank and hilarious take on the complexities of modern-day monogamy." —Londonist
Rafe and Pete have the kind of relationship people envy. Seven years strong, perfectly in sync…except for one little thing. Neither of them has ever been with anyone else. So, when they hatch a plan to scratch their proverbial itch, who better than mutual friend Michael? After all, Michael does this…right? And his partner Andy knows…right?
What begins as an intellectual experiment in sexual exploration quickly escalates into a chaotic web of emotional vulnerability, betrayal and unanticipated desire. Jake Brunger's Four Play is a provocative stage comedy which interrogates the unspoken rules of modern relationships and the fragile balance between intimacy and freedom.
"Sharp, well-observed…A thoroughly enjoyable take on contemporary love—and contemporary life."
—The Stage
"A sparkling comedy…lively and refreshing."
—Reviews Hub
"Hilarious and touching."
—British Theatre Guide
"Rich and ambiguous…Brunger's writing is powerful and uncompromising."
—Broadway World
"Brunger's provocative comedy feels more relevant than ever, exploring the complexities of modern queer relationships with both biting wit and heartfelt sincerity."
—Theatre Weekly
"Exquisite…Brunger's writing is packed with intelligence, but also manages to be riotously funny."
—All That Dazzles
"A stroke of brilliance…a wonderful piece of work and deserves to be seen by many."
—Theatre and Tonic
Jake Brunger is a playwright, lyricist, and screenwriter from Nottingham now living in London. His authored works include the play Four Play (London Old Vic, 2015; Theatre503, 2016; revised version, King's Head Theatre, 2025), the musicals Treasure Island (Bristol Old Vic, 2025), Jet Set Go, Red Riding Hood, Prodigy, and Chicken Little; and the feature film Love Sarah starring Celia Imrie and Bill Paterson. He is the co-writer of two West End musicals: The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole Aged 13 ¾ (Leicester Curve, Menier Chocolate Factory, Ambassadors Theatre; nominated for the Evening Standard Award for Best Musical) and The Great British Bake Off (Cheltenham Everyman, Noël Coward Theatre; nominated for four Whatsonstage Awards). Brunger was also on the writing team for Tinsel Town starring Kiefer Sutherland and Rebel Wilson.