Expecting Tickets
Opens 30th January
Joe Dempsie and Katie Leung lead a star cast in this new play all about having (or not having) babies.
Expecting in London
To have babies, or to not have babies? That’s the question at the heart of Expecting, which premieres at Riverside Studios in Hammersmith in 2027. Joe Dempsie (Game of Thrones, Toxic Town) and Katie Leung lead a star cast in this new play, which explores why couples are waiting to have children… and sometimes opting out entirely.
About New Play Expecting
Their lives and careers are all sorted out, so Zoey and Ethan are ready to have the next big relationship chat: should they have a baby? Meanwhile, Zoey’s younger sister Trish already has two kids to keep her busy… and new boyfriend Matt, who’s basically a kid himself. Careers, ambitions, family opinions and even the weight of society all seem pretty heavy… so what will Zoey and Ethan decide to do?
As two couples who really thought they could have it all face a few home truths, Expecting asks us whether there’s really a right time to start a family.
Expecting at Riverside Studios Cast
- Zoey - Katie Leung
- Ethan - Joe Dempsie
- Trish - Jamie-Lee O’Donnell
- Matt - John Bradley
Katie Leung is best-known for Harry Potter, and takes a leading role in this new play opposite Game of Thrones and Toxic Town’s Joe Dempsie. They’re joined by Derry Girls star Jamie-Lee O’Donnell and Game of Thrones star John Bradley.
Expecting Creative Team
Expecting is written by Scott Elmegreen and Drew Fornarola. They previously worked together on provocative play Straight, about identity, sexuality and fidelity in 21st century USA.
The show is directed by Andy Sandberg, who is the Season Artistic Director at Riverside Studios. His previous work includes the UK premieres of Operation Epsilon and Shida, and he recently directed a workshop of Chris Bush's (Standing at the Sky’s Edge) new work Orlando (FL) at the National Theatre.
Tickets for Expecting at Riverside Studios
Falling birthrates, career ambitions and avocado-laden brunches: where do you stand on the debate about kids and creating a legacy? Join this brilliant team at Riverside Studios to see how they handle the debate in an entertaining new play. Expecting is on for a limited time only in London.
Show Times
| Matinee | Evening | |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | - | 7.30pm |
| Tuesday | - | 7.30pm |
| Wednesday | - | 7.30pm |
| Thursday | 2.30pm | 7.30pm |
| Friday | - | 7.30pm |
| Saturday | 2.30pm | 7.30pm |
| Sunday | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Expecting playing in London?
Expecting is playing at the Riverside Studios, 101 Queen Caroline Street, Hammersmith, London, W6 9BN.
Can I buy tickets for Expecting at the box office?
Yes you can buy from the Riverside Studios box office where you will pay the face value ticket price, sometimes with a small booking fee. Search on SeatPlan to get the best prices and deals in one search including discounts not available at the box office.
What is the refund / cancellation policy?
Tickets for Expecting are generally non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
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