The History Boys Tickets
Opens 10th April
Considered one of the best plays of the 21st Century, Alan Bennett’s The History Boys returns to the West End after 20 years in 2027.
The History Boys in London
Poignant, subversive, and deeply funny, Alan Bennett’s groundbreaking play The History Boys returns to the West End in 2027. Playing at the Theatre Royal Haymarket, a short walk from Trafalgar Square, award-winning director Nicholas Hytner presents this groundbreaking play, which follows eight schoolboys at an all-boys grammar school in 1980s Britain. Secure your tickets for The History Boys at Theatre Royal Haymarket today!
What Is The History Boys About?
Set in a fictional boys’ grammar school in Sheffield, The History Boys follows a group of eight schoolboys as they prepare for their Oxford and Cambridge entrance examinations under the guidance of three teachers, Hector, Irwin, and Lintott, who all have contrasting teaching styles. Reworked for the West End 20 years after its last run, The History Boys explores the value and meaning of education, the anarchy of adolescence and ultimately the nature of history itself.
The History of The History Boys
Alan Bennett’s The History Boys made its premiere at the National Theatre in 2004, before debuting on Broadway two years later, in 2006. The play launched the careers of its young cast, including James Corden, Dominic Cooper, and Russell Tovey, and won three Olivier Awards and six Tony Awards.
The History Boys will return for a 16-week engagement at the Theatre Royal Haymarket in spring 2027.
The History Boys Cast
The cast for The History Boys at the Theatre Royal Haymarket will be announced in January 2027.
The History Boys Creative Team
Original director Nicholas Hytner will rework this new production of The History Boys. The multi-award-winning director’s credits include The Standard of Living, One Man, Two Guvnors, GIANT. The production will be directed by Olivier Award winner Bob Crowley (The Standard of Living, The Inheritance).
Tickets for The History Boys at Theatre Royal Haymarket
For a play which feels as timely as ever, Alan Bennett’s sharp, funny, and deeply moving exploration of institutional culture, class and education is just the ticket for modern audiences. Don’t miss your chance to experience one of the nation’s most beloved plays on its return to London; secure your tickets to see The History Boys at Theatre Royal Haymarket today!
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The History Boys playing in London?
The History Boys is playing at the Theatre Royal Haymarket, Haymarket, London, SW1Y 4HT.
What is the age recommendation for The History Boys?
The History Boys is best for age 12+.
How long is The History Boys?
The running time for The History Boys at Theatre Royal Haymarket is 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Is there an interval during The History Boys?
Yes, there is a 15 minute interval about halfway through The History Boys.
Can I buy tickets for The History Boys at the box office?
Yes you can buy from the Theatre Royal Haymarket 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 History Boys are generally non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
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