Tonight’s Coronation Street opens with Theo Silverton in serious trouble.

The estranged couple, Theo and Danielle, attend a tense mediation session to sort out child custody, but it quickly spirals into chaos.

Fans of classic soaps will get a thrill seeing Sarah White (yes, the Brookside legend!) appear as mediator Deena, bringing real gravitas to the drama.

But her calm presence does little to settle Theo’s nerves.

Danielle’s decision to bring along her new boyfriend, Noah Hedley, immediately rattles Theo. Past grievances and unresolved trauma with Noah make this anything but a simple negotiation.

As the session kicks off, Danielle unloads a long list of criticisms, questioning Theo’s ability to care for their children and attacking his character. Noah, ever the provocateur, steps in and escalates things, poking at Theo with personal digs and accusations. Theo, usually the composed type, struggles to keep his temper in check. He defends himself, insisting Danielle is acting selfishly, but the arguments keep mounting. Deena repeatedly reminds them to focus on what’s best for the kids, but it feels almost impossible to contain the growing tension. Every word, every glance between the former spouses and Noah adds fuel to the fire, and viewers can practically feel Theo’s frustration building.

The mediation is supposed to be a calm, structured process, but by the end, it’s clear that Theo leaves feeling a mixture of defeat and rage. The audience sees his emotional complexity: he loves his children, yet he’s enraged by manipulation and provocation. Sarah White’s portrayal of Deena emphasizes the difficulty of navigating these emotionally charged situations, and Theo’s reactions set the stage for the explosive confrontation waiting for him at home. By the time the scene wraps, it’s apparent: tonight isn’t going to end quietly, and the Silverton household is about to witness some serious fallout.