Duration
1 hr 45 mins with interval
Closing Date
Until April 12, 2025
Age limit
Suitable for 12+ yrs
Why Watch Farewell Mister Haffmann?
- Experience a story crafted by Jean-Philippe Daguerre, told with such urgency that it transcended borders, languages, and mediums to become both a celebrated play and a critically acclaimed film.
- It is an intimate, character-driven masterpiece that earned unprecedented acclaim in France, becoming one of the country's longest-running plays.
- The play won four Molière Awards, while its cinematic adaptation was a hit at leading film festivals, grabbing over 16 awards.
Jeremy Sams' adaptation brilliantly captures the contemporary resonance of the story while maintaining its historical authenticity. In the intimate layout of London's Park Theatre, the narrative builds a tense atmosphere where personal and political tensions simmer until they boil over. The production is particularly notable for the complex moral questions it deals with, never offering easy answers but instead inviting audiences to partake in the ethical dilemma. Across languages and mediums, Farewell Mister Haffmann stands out as a brilliant study of human character.
Storyline
In 1942 Paris, as the Nazi occupation tightens its grip, Jewish jeweler Joseph Haffmann faces an impossible choice. With deportations looming, he strikes a desperate bargain with his trusted employee Pierre Vigneau: ownership of his beloved shop in exchange for sanctuary. But Pierre's counter-offer creates an explosive triangle of secrets, desires, and moral fidelity. As they are joined by a Nazi officer and his provocative wife, things start to take a turn for the worse. Watch the dangerous game unfold with tickets to Farewell Mister Haffmann now!
Show timings
Show timings for Farewell Mister Haffmann may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Cast & Crew
Adapter: Jeremy Sams
Director: Oscar Toeman
Producers: Keren Misgav Ristvedt & Adam Blanshay
Park Theatre
Park Theatre is the vision of Artistic Director Jez Bond and Creative Director Melli Marie who managed to raise sufficient funding to transform the concrete building into a thriving new theatre venue, gathering support from the theatre community including stalwarts like Ian McKellen and Alan Rickman, the media, and, most importantly, residents in the area. The structure, constructed by David Hughes Architects for £2.6 million, opened in May 2013 to excellent acclaim from reviewers. It is located near Finsbury Park station, not far from the West End. Seating Capacity: 200
Getting There
- Address: 13 Clifton Terrace, Finsbury Park, London N4 3JP, UK
- By metro:
The nearest tube station is Finsbury Park.
- By train:
If you wish to take a train to the theatre, Old Street, Moorgate is the closest.
- By bus:
4, 19, 29, 106,153, 210, 236, 253, 254, 259, N19, N29, N253, N279, W3 & W7 (Finsbury Park)
Facilities & Accessibility
Amenities: Toilets, Dining outlets, Cloak room
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, Service animals allowed, Elevator access
Additional Information
- Security: To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue.
- Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.
- Outside food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theaters have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show.
- Contactless payments: The venue requests guests to make contactless payments wherever possible.
Tickets Redemption
You will get an email confirmation with your Farewell Mister Haffmann 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
The cost of the tickets starts from £22.50 and will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
The play does not have a strict age limit. However, it is most suitable for children aged 12 and above.
The show is playing at Park Theatre in London.
In Nazi-occupied Paris, a Jewish jeweler's desperate bid for survival draws him into a complex arrangement with his employee's family.
The running time is 1 hour 45 min with 1 intermission.
The play was originally written in French and gained a strong reputation in the country.
