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Duration

2 hrs

Closing Date

Until February 17, 2024

Age limit

To be confirmed ##Know Before You Go

Why Watch Hamnet?

  • This autumn, experience Hamnet, Shakespeare's greatest unsung tragedy, which will have its West End premiere.

  • This brand-new play, which is based on the internationally bestselling book by Maggie O'Farrell and was created by award-winning playwright Lolita Chakrabarti (Life of Pi, Red Velvet, Hymn), lifts the lid on the life of the greatest author to ever write in the English language and the woman who served as his constant companion and inspiration.

  • Get your hands on Hamnet play tickets now to avoid disappointment later!

Hamnet play tickets are now on sale. The show will be hosted at the Garrick Theatre in London’s West End from the 30th of September, 2023 to the 6th of January, 2024. Book your Hamnet play tickets now and watch the play from the best seats in the house.

The novel by Maggie O'Farrell, on which Hamnet is based, has sold more than 1.5 million copies worldwide. Winner of the 2020 National Book Critics Circle Award, it was also the Waterstones Book of the Year, and Maggie O'Farrell's book also took home the Women's Prize for Fiction. Erica Whyman, the Royal Shakespeare Company's acting artistic director, is directing Hamnet. Award-winning playwright Lolita Chakrabarti, whose works include Red Velvet, Invisible Cities, Hymn, The Goddess, and the critically acclaimed stage adaptation of Yann Martel's Life of Pi, which won five Olivier Awards, including Best New Play in 2022, is responsible for adapting the play for the stage. Madeleine Mantock (Blithe Spirit – West End) reprises her role as Agnes Hathaway. Tom Piper did the set design for Hamnet, Prema Mehta did the lighting, and Ouz Kaplangi did the music.

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Storyline

Agnes Hathaway, a natural healer, meets William Shakespeare, a Latin tutor, in Warwickshire around 1582. They get together to form a family and a life together after being drawn together by strong yet unknown instincts. Agnes remains at home to care for their three children while William travels to London to find his place in the theatre world; yet, she is his continuous companion and the driving force behind his existence. Hamnet, 11, is taken from his beloved parents by the plague, and each of them must deal with their grief on their own. Yet this greatest anguish gives birth to something truly amazing. Book your Hamnet play tickets today!

Show timings

  • Mon to Fri at 7:30 PM
  • Sat at 2:30 PM & 7:30 PM

Cast & Crew

Leading Roles

Madeleine Mantock as Agnes Hathaway

Director

Erica Whyman

Garrick Theatre

The Garrick Theatre is a West End gem, opened in 1889 and designed by renowned architect Walter Emden. Known for its ornate Victorian façade and intimate auditorium, the Garrick has hosted everything from classic farces to star-studded contemporary plays. Its rich history includes performances by legends like Dame Judi Dench and Sir Kenneth Branagh. The venue’s plush interiors and excellent sightlines make it a favorite for both audiences and performers.

The Garrick Theatre seating plan will help you find the best seats in the theater.

Getting There

  • Address: 2 Charing Cross Rd, London WC2H 0HH, UK
  • By metro:

    The nearest tube station is the Leicester Square station (Picadilly Line and Northern Line - Charing Cross).

  • By bus:

    The bus routes that pass through the theatre are 3,6,9,11, 12, 23, 24, 87,88, 91, 139, and 453 (Trafalgar Square, 10-minute walk), and 24, 29, and 176 (Charring Cross Road, 5-minute walk).

  • By car:

    You can also take other modes of transport including taxis. Since Garrick Theatre is within London’s Congestion Charge Zone a daily fee of £11.50 will be charged if you travel between 7 am to 6 pm.

Facilities & Accessibility

Amenities: Toilets, Dining outlets, Cloak room, Souvenir shop

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, Service animals allowed, Elevator access

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 Garrick Theatre.

Dress Code: Smart and casual wear or semi-formals are recommended. Keep in mind, that most London theatres are air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly.

Outside Food: Most theatres do not allow outside food inside the theatres but most of them also have a café or restaurant inside the premises or nearby.

Tickets Redemption



  • We have booked your slot and your seats are confirmed.




  • You will be contacted by the theatre 48 hours before the performance with instructions on how to check-in and retrieve your e-ticket.




  • This delivery method is a part of the theatres COVID-19 Secure measures and allows staggered arrival times to be advised on your ticket should this be considered necessary.




  • If you do not receive your e-tickets, please contact 0330 333 4815 or boxoffice@nimaxtheatres.com.



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    Cancellation & Refunds

    • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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