# James Dreyfus and Adrian Lukis Join Gender-Swapped ‘Present Laughter’

Actors James Dreyfus and Adrian Lukis have joined Tracy-Ann Oberman in a gender-swapped revival of Noël Coward’s play ‘Present Laughter’ in London. The production reimagines the classic comedy with reversed gender roles. This casting highlights ongoing efforts to diversify classic theater.

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### Entertainment
- [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/theater/global/james-dreyfus-adrian-lukis-tracy-ann-oberman-present-laughter-1236811695/) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:49:49 +0000