The Children Tickets
Opens 2nd September
Meera Syal leads this 10th anniversary revival of Lucy Kirkwood’s drama about environmental catastrophy and generational responsibility.
The Children in London
National treasure Meera Syal leads the cast of The Children, coming to the Lyric Hammersmith near St Paul’s Green. Lucy Kirkwood’s Tony-nominated play about a married couple living in the aftermath of a nuclear disaster, whose life is upended by a figure from their past, celebrates it’s 10th anniversary in this major new revival. Darkly funny and deeply gripping, this “ingenious” (Guardian) drama “asks profound questions” (Guardian) about legacy, the decision to have children and environmental disaster. Secure your tickets today.
What Is the Play The Children About?
In the aftermath of a nuclear disaster, married couple Hazel and Robin are trying to cling to normality, despite living on the edge of a radiation exclusion zone. Hazel has her yoga and stays in contact with their eldest child, Robin farms and brews parsnip wine - so what if electricity is rationed and a geiger counter is on hand at all times?
When their old friend and former colleague, Rose, a nuclear physicist, knocks on their door, their attempt at normality soon crumbles. Rose brings with her buried secrets and a startling proposition that will test the couple’s loyalty and cause them to reassess what they owe to the next generation.
The History of The Children
The Children premiered at the Royal Court in 2016 before transferring to Broadway in 2017, receiving two Tony nominations. It has since toured internationally and been revived in the UK. In 2019, The Guardian ranked The Children third on a list of the greatest theatrical works created post-2000. The show returns to London this September in celebration of its 10th anniversary.
The Cast of The Children
Dame Meera Syal stars as Hazel. Syal is an Olivier-nominated comedian, playwright, novelist, journalist and actress, best known for her roles in The Kumars at No. 42, Goodness Gracious Me and Anita and Me. She holds a CBE, a DBE, a BAFTA Fellowship, and is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature. Her stage credits include Shirley Valentine, Behind the Beautiful Forevers, Annie, Noises Off, and Much Ado About Nothing.
Further casting is to be announced.
The Creative Team of The Children
The Children is by Lucy Kirkwood. Kirkwood is a playwright and screenwriter, best known for her plays Chimerica, Mosquitoes, NSFW and The Welkin. She is a Tony nominee and an Olivier, Critics’ Circle Theatre Award and Evening Standard Theatre Award winner.
Lyric Artistic Director Rachel O’Riordan directs. O’Riordan's credits include The Weir, Iphigenia in Splott, A Doll's House, Everything is Illuminated and Killology. In 2017, O’Riordan was named one of The Stage newspaper’s 100 most influential people in theatre in the UK.
Tickets for The Children at Lyric Hammersmith
This award-winning play is more prescient than ever. Starring Meera Syal, this bitingly witty “genuinely disturbing” (Guardian) drama dissects issues of generational responsibility, personal accountability and environmental crisis. Lucy Kirkwood's “taut tale of human and atomic meltdown” (Guardian) is unmissable - secure your tickets for The Children at the Lyric Hammersmith today.
The appearance of any performer cannot be guaranteed and is always subject to illness, injury and statutory holiday entitlement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The Children playing in London?
The Children is playing at the Lyric Hammersmith, Lyric Square, King Street, London, W6 0QL.
What is the age recommendation for The Children?
The Children is best for age 14+. Children under 16 must be accompanied by and sat next to an adult.
Can I buy tickets for The Children at the box office?
Yes you can buy from the Lyric Hammersmith 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 The Children are generally non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
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