A group of diverse children playing together in a park, surrounded by green grass and trees.

The Children
Tickets From £13

Venue

Lyric Hammersmith

“Together Hazel and I are going to live forever. On a diet of yoga and yoghurt.”

Hazel and Robin have survived a catastrophe. Living on the edge of a radiation exclusion zone, Hazel still practises her yoga and Robin’s brewing parsnip wine. They are trying to keep going, clinging onto normality.

That is until their old friend Rose knocks on the door. With her she brings old memories, buried secrets – and a proposition. One which tests their loyalty and forces them to confront their debt to the next generation. 

Lucy Kirkwood’s gripping, darkly funny drama is directed by Artistic Director Rachel O’Riordan in this 10th anniversary production, starring Declan Conlon (Faith Healer) as Robin, Kerry Fox (Shallow Grave) as Rose and the Olivier Award-nominated Meera Syal (A Tupperware Of Ashes; Noises Off) as Hazel.

Closing

03/10/2026

Running Time

1h30, no interval

Genre

Drama, Plays

Age & Content

14+ | Under 14s must be accompanied by a full paying adult aged 18+.

Please Note:
  • Content warnings: This production features the use of fake blood, flashing lights, haze, herbal cigarettes & strong
    language. This play explores themes of displacement, environmental disaster & serious
    illness.

Book The Children Tickets

To book access tickets:

Sign Language Interpreted

British Sign Language

Sign Language Interpretation provided by Theatresign

22 September 2026

7:30pm

Relaxed Performance

Relaxed

23 September 2026

2:30pm

Audio Described Performance

Audio Described

Audio Description provided by VocalEyes

24 September 2026

7:30pm

Captioned Performance

Captioned

Captioning provided by Stagetext

30 September 2026

7:30pm

Frequently asked questions

The Children is playing at Lyric Hammersmith in London. Your ticket selection will show available performance dates and times, and you can book securely online via Official London Theatre. For the smoothest experience, pick a performance from the calendar and book early for popular dates.
Lucy Kirkwood’s gripping, darkly funny drama is directed by Artistic Director Rachel O’Riordan in this 10th anniversary production.
The running time for The Children is 1h30, no interval. Duration can occasionally vary slightly by performance, but this is the listed length for the production.
The Children is recommended for ages 14+ | Under 14s must be accompanied by a full paying adult aged 18+.. If you’re bringing younger theatregoers, it’s worth considering themes and attention span alongside the age guidance. Some venues also have their own admission policies, so it can help to double-check requirements before you travel.
The Children opens on 2nd September 2026 and is currently scheduled to run until 3rd October 2026. If you’re planning a trip or booking for a specific week, check the performance calendar for dates and availability, as popular performances can sell faster closer to the run.
Tickets for The Children go on sale from 20th August 2026. If you’re looking for the widest choice of seats and dates, booking early is usually best - especially for weekends and peak travel periods. Once on sale, you can select a performance and complete your booking online.
You can buy tickets for The Children online through Official London Theatre. Choose your preferred performance in the calendar, select seats if available, and complete your purchase securely.
There isn’t a strict dress code for London theatre, so wear whatever you’ll feel comfortable and confident in. Most people go for smart casual - think jeans or trousers with a nice top, a casual dress, or a shirt and trainers. If you’re heading to an evening show, on a date, or celebrating something, you might fancy dressing up a bit more, but it’s completely optional.
Arriving at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time helps keep things smooth and stress-free, giving you plenty of time to collect tickets, go through security, and get settled in your seat before the performance begins.
Book Tickets from £13