Duration
2 hrs
Closing Date
Until July 27, 2024
Why Watch Opening Night?
Olivier Award winner, and Officer of the Order of the British Empire, actress Sheridan Smith takes the stage by storm for the theatrical adaptation of the 1977 film, Opening Night.
Get bowled over by Smith's sensational performance as popular but troubled actress Myrtle Gordon, who plans to make a comeback.
Writer and composer of Grammy and Juno-nominated album 'Unfollow the Rules', Rufus Wainwright recreates the thrilling tale of teenage obsession.
Dramatic and primal, this psychological drama features an unfortunate meeting between a popular star and an obsessive fan that affects an entire theatre troupe.
Based on the epic 1977 film by John Cassavetes, often considered to be the pioneer of American independent film, Opening Night revolves around a famous but extremely troubled actress who wants to make a comeback. The musical is the newest production of Rufus Wainwright, whose album 'Unfollow the Rules' has been nominated for the Grammy and Juno awards, and stars renowned actress Sheridan Smith in the leading role. Smith was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) and her acting as Elle Woods in Legally Blonde made her win the Olivier and WhatsOnStage awards. Book Opening Night musical tickets and watch Sheridan Smith in action! With Tony and Olivier award-winner Ivo van Hove as the director, the musical is a thrilling journey into the mind of a disturbed but talented actress.
Storyline
Adapted from John Cassavetes' 1977 film, Opening Night, the musical follows a popular but troubled actress, Myrtle Gordon who wants to make a comeback on stage through a touring production of 'The Second Woman'. However, Gordon soon encounters an obsessive fan, Nancy, and things take a turn for the worse. How does she deal with the incident? How is the touring troupe affected by Gordon's behaviour? Book Opening Night musical tickets to find out.
Show timings
- Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri at 7:30 PM
- Wed & Sat at 2:30 PM and 7:30 PM
- Show timings for Opening Night may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Gielgud Theatre
Nestled on London’s illustrious Shaftesbury Avenue, the Gielgud Theatre first graced the stage in December 1906, originally going by the rather unassuming name of the Hicks Theatre. This architectural gem, designed by the same genius behind the Wyndham Theatre, boasts a fabulous Louis XVI-themed decor that’s fit for royalty—if only the walls could talk! Now owned by Delfont Macintosh Theatres, the Gielgud is famous for hosting shorter performances, proving that good things really do come in petite packages. Gielgud Theatre seating plan will help you find the best seats in the theatre.
Getting There
- Address: Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 6AR, UK
- By metro:
The nearest tube station is the Piccadilly Circus (Piccadilly and Bakerloo lines)
- By train:
The nearest tube stations are Leicester Square (Northern and Piccadilly lines) and Covent Garden (Piccadilly line).
- By bus:
Bus lines servicing the area include Shaftesbury Avenue: 12, 14, 19, and 38; Regent Street: 6, 13, 15, 23, 88, 94, 139, 159, and 453
Facilities & Accessibility
Amenities: Dining outlets, Toilets, Cloak room, Souvenir shop
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, Service animals allowed
Additional Information
Security: Please be aware that for your comfort and security, all audience members will be subject to security checks upon arrival at the Gielgud Theatre.
Dress Code: Smart and casual wear is recommended. Keep in mind, the theatre is air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly.
Outside Food: Most theatres do not allow outside food inside but most of them also have a café or restaurant inside the premises or nearby.
Tickets Redemption
You will receive an email with your Opening Night voucher. Please display the same on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID.
Cancellation & Refunds
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Frequently asked questions
Tickets starts from £24 and will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
The musical opens on 6th March 2024 at the Gielgud Theatre.
The musical is suitable for guests aged 14 and above. Children under the age of 3 will not be permitted.
The musical is playing at Gielgud Theatre in London.
