The National Theatre of London continues its season with its acclaimed new production of “The Fifth Step” showing in Sedona on Sunday and Wednesday, Jan. 18 and 21.

The Sedona International Film Festival hosts the big screen premiere at its Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre.

Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new play “The Fifth Step” by David Ireland.

After years in the 12-step program of Alcoholics Anonymous, James becomes a sponsor to newcomer Luka. The pair bond over black coffee, trade stories and build a fragile friendship out of their shared experiences. But as Luka approaches step five — the moment of confession — dangerous truths emerge, threatening the trust on which both of their recoveries depend.

Finn den Hertog directs the provocative and entertaining production filmed live from London’s West End.

“Two actors at the top of their game.” — Evening Standard

“Jack Lowden is staggeringly good.” — Times

“Freeman and Lowden spar like champions.” — WhatsOnStage

“Taut, funny and richly compassionate.” — Financial Times

The National Theatre of London productions in Sedona are generously sponsored by Chuck Marr.

“The Fifth Step” will be shown at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre on Sunday, Jan. 18 and Wednesday, Jan. 21 at 3:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 general admission, or $13 for Film Festival members. For tickets and more information, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A, in West Sedona. For more information, visit: www.SedonaFilmFestival.org.