A dramatic scene from "The Last Ship," featuring a naval ship with billowing smoke against a grey sky.
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The Last Ship
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Venue

Drury Lane, Theatre Royal

17-time Grammy Award winning artist Sting will perform in this new production of his musical, The Last Ship; featuring a new book by Barney Norris, direction by Leo Warner with Set and Video Design by 59 Studio.

Rooted in his own childhood in the British shipbuilding town of Wallsend, The Last Ship tells the moving story of a community of shipbuilders in the North East of England, faced with the closure of their shipyard – the heart of their existence.

Sting takes on the role of Jackie White, the shipyard’s foreman whose health is failing just as his leadership is needed most. In this very personal show, the artist immerses the audience in the hometown he was desperate to escape, a world where love, loss, and hope intertwine.

Sting’s beloved songs such as Island of Souls, All This Time, and When We Dance are woven into the performance in this fully staged, large-scale production featuring a company of over 50.

The Last Ship has been seen across the globe this year, with hugely successful runs in Amsterdam, Brisbane, Paris, and Metropolitan Opera in New York this June with Sting performing in every show.

Cast:

Sting as

Jackie White

Shaggy (From 23 Sep) Lejaun-Sheppard (From 25 Sep) as

The Wallsend Ferryman

Declan Bennett as

Gideon

Lauren Samuels as

Meg

Annette Mclaughlin as

Peggy White

Marc Akinfolarin as

Davey

Cassiopeia Berkeley-Agyepong as

Baroness Tynedale

Matt Beveridge as

Ensemble / UnderstudyGideon and u/s Freddy Newlands

Joe Caffrey as

Billy

Mathew Craig as

Freddy Newlands

Matthew Gent as

Ensemble / Understudy Billy

Llandyll Gove as

Swing / Resident Director

Lou Henry as

Ensemble / Understudy Ellen

Helen Hill as

Ensemble / Understudy Meg / Understudy Baroness Tynesdale

Lemuel Knights as

Adrian / Understudy Ferryman

Grant Neal as

Ensemble / Understudy Jackie White

Hannah Richardson as

Ellen

Gabriella Stylianou as

Swing / Dance Captain

Emma Thornett as

Mrs Dees / Understudy Peggy White

Kevin Yates as

Ensemble / Understudy Adrian / Understudy Davey

Creative:

Music and lyrics -

Sting

Book -

Barney Norris

Director -

Leo Warner

Producer -

Karl Sydow

Closing

03/10/2026

Running Time

2h50, inc. interval

Genre

Musical

Age & Content

12+ | Children under the age of 4 will not be admitted into the theatre. Anyone aged 15 or under must be accompanied by an adult (18+) and may not sit on their own within the auditorium. All persons entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a valid ticket

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No accessibility performances are currently scheduled for this show.

Frequently asked questions

The Last Ship is playing at Drury Lane, Theatre Royal 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.
17-time Grammy Award winning artist Sting will perform in this new production of his musical, The Last Ship.
The running time for The Last Ship is 2h50, inc. interval. Duration can occasionally vary slightly by performance, but this is the listed length for the production.
The Last Ship is recommended for ages 12+ | Children under the age of 4 will not be admitted into the theatre. Anyone aged 15 or under must be accompanied by an adult (18+) and may not sit on their own within the auditorium. All persons entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a valid ticket. 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 Last Ship opens on 22nd 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 Last Ship go on sale from 14th May 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 Last Ship online through Official London Theatre. Choose your preferred performance in the calendar, select seats if available, and complete your purchase securely.
The Last Ship features a cast including Sting (Jackie White), Shaggy (From 23 Sep) Lejaun-Sheppard (From 25 Sep) (The Wallsend Ferryman), Declan Bennett (Gideon), Lauren Samuels (Meg), Annette Mclaughlin (Peggy White), Marc Akinfolarin (Davey), Cassiopeia Berkeley-Agyepong (Baroness Tynedale), Matt Beveridge (Ensemble / UnderstudyGideon and u/s Freddy Newlands), Joe Caffrey (Billy), Mathew Craig (Freddy Newlands), Matthew Gent (Ensemble / Understudy Billy), Llandyll Gove (Swing / Resident Director), Lou Henry (Ensemble / Understudy Ellen), Helen Hill (Ensemble / Understudy Meg / Understudy Baroness Tynesdale), Lemuel Knights (Adrian / Understudy Ferryman), Grant Neal (Ensemble / Understudy Jackie White), Hannah Richardson (Ellen), Gabriella Stylianou (Swing / Dance Captain), Emma Thornett (Mrs Dees / Understudy Peggy White), Kevin Yates (Ensemble / Understudy Adrian / Understudy Davey). Casting can vary by date, so if you’re booking specifically to see a particular performer, it’s worth checking any casting notes for your chosen performance.
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.
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