Actress Rosamund Pike reprimanded an audience member for texting during her emotionally charged performance in Inter Alia. The star sarcastically hoped that the use of their mobile phone was "very important".

The star, who portrays a court judge in the production, took to the stage at the conclusion of Saturday's show at Wyndham's Theatre in London to deliver an impromptu lecture on theatre etiquette. Her unexpected address elicited cheers from the crowd as she explained how upsetting the incident had been. "I just wanted to say for anyone going to the theatre, it's a huge thing that we're trying to give you. I am trying to tell you a story, and I'm feeling you, and I hope you're feeling me too," she told the audience.

The theatre-goer had been texting during one of the most poignant and pivotal moments in Suzie Miller's play. "Somebody was texting in this part," Rosamund said, gesturing towards a particular area of the auditorium. "You know who you are and I'm not going to single you out.

"Maybe it was very important, and maybe you're a doctor, and you're saving someone's life, and I hope you are, but we do see these, we do feel them.

"I've got you, I feel like I've got to hold you all, so when I feel that and see it, it's hard."

Talent agency PTC management posted footage of her remarks on their Instagram, stating: "We absolutely stand behind every word said here at the bows, calling out an audience member texting in what must be the most emotional scene for the actors to portray!"

One theatregoer also shared on X: "It was an amazing show, but huge props to Rosamund Pike for calling out someone for texting.

"She took time during the curtain call to point out how unacceptable it is, especially during a pivotal scene. The actors are giving a live performance right in front of you. Put your phone away for a couple of hours."

Another commented: "Rosamund Pike calling out an audience member in the stalls section who texted during a very important/intense moment during curtain call was quite cool."

The production explores sexual assault and the injustices of the legal system. Rosamund's portrayal of Jessica Parks, a London Crown Court judge, earned her the 2026 Olivier Award for Best Actress.