No one said you had to move out

The comedy No One Said You Had to Move Out by Nick Hornby (translated by Ingo Herzke) tells the story of Louise and Tom, whose marriage reaches a turning point after many years and two children: an affair and Tom moving out have shaken their relationship to its core. Instead of giving up, they meet weekly in a pub – initially to prepare for couples therapy sessions, but soon the place becomes the stage for their own, often heated conversations.

With plenty of humor and a sharp eye for everyday situations, the play shows how the couple navigates between accusations, irony, and unexpected moments of closeness. Hornby, known for his successful novels like High Fidelity, paints a lifelike portrait of two people trying to find their way back to each other between resignation and hope. Recommended for ages 14 and up, the play offers a touching yet entertaining exploration of the funny and painful sides of a marital crisis – and the question of what remains when so much is shaken.