Duration
3 hrs 20 mins
Closing Date
Until January 4, 2025
Age limit
Strictly for 4+
Why Watch The Lehman Trilogy?
- Tony-winning The Lehman Trilogy is back in London this autumn for a limited run! Golden Globe, Academy Award, and Tony-winner Sam Mendes (of James Bond fame) returns to direct the production.
- In 3 parts, this play dives into the historical rise and fall of a business from the 19th to the 21st century.
- Get context on the 2008 market crash that echoed around the world, and the inside story on a pivotal character in this event - Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc.
- John Heffernan, Aaron Krohn, and Howard W. Overshown bring virtuoso performances to The Lehman Trilogy. Catch these acting maestros in their thrilling London encore!
The Lehman Trilogy is back at the Gillian Lynne Theatre starting 24 September. This is a limited season, so grab your tickets before history repeats itself! Based on the works of playwrights Stefano Massini and Ben Power, this saga on the global financial crisis of 2008 and a large company in the middle of the storm, is underlined by astute observations on the capitalist World order. The Lehman Trilogy swept Broadway in 2022, snagging more awards than you can count—Best Play, Best Director, Best Actor, and more at the Tonys! It also cleaned up at the Drama League and Outer Critics Circle Awards, proving that when it comes to winning, this play means business.
Storyline
It’s 2008, and the global economy is facing its worst downturn. The American real estate market is crashing, as investment conglomerates and ordinary people face bankruptcy. Learn, in detail, the story behind a central character during these tumultuous times - Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. In 3 parts, this play chronicles the rise and fall of the Lehman empire from the 19th century to the first half of the 21st century.
Show timings
Show timings for The Lehman Trilogy vary each week. Check the show timings for your preferred date before at the next stage of booking.
Cast & Crew
Leading roles: John Heffernan as Henry Lehman, Aaron Krohn as Mayer Lehman, Howard W. Overshown as Emanuel Lehman, Cat Beveridge as Principal Pianist, Anyssa Neumann as Alternative Pianist
Book: Stefano Massini
Adapted by: Ben Power
Director: Sam Mendes
Set design: Es Devlin
Gillian Lynne Theatre
Formerly known as the New London Theatre, The Gillian Lynne Theatre was opened in 1973. In 2018, the theatre was renamed as Gillian Lynne Theatre. The site of the theatre has been home to many entertainment spaces prior to the modern building, going back as far as the Elizabethan era. The designers, Paul Tvrtkovic and Sean Kenny, took inspiration from Berlin’s Walter Gropius’ Total Theater Model. The building also has other facilities like an underground car park, a cabaret space, a nightclub, shops and a residential tower. Seating Capacity: 1295 Gillian Lynne Theatre Seating Plan will help you find the best seats in the theatre.
Getting There
- Address: 166 Drury Ln, London WC2B 5PW, UK
- By metro:
The nearest tube stations to the theatre are Holborn (Piccadilly and Central lines) and Covent Garden (Piccadilly line). The theatre is a 6-minute walk from both stations.
- By bus:
Take routes 1, 59, 68, 134, 168, 171, 188, 243 or X68 and get off at the bus stops on Kingsway. The theatre is a 3-minute walk from there.
Facilities & Accessibility
Amenities: Toilets, Dining outlets, Cloak room, Souvenir shop, Free parking
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.
Tickets Redemption
You will receive an email with your The Lehman Trilogy 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 will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
Children under 4 years of age are strictly not permitted.
The Lehman Trilogy is playing at Gillian Lynne Theatre in London.
The running time of The Lehman Trilogy is 3 hours and 20 minutes with 2 intervals.
The Lehman Trilogy follows the Lehman family from the 19th to the 21st century, and their journey on the American Dream.
The main stars are John Heffernan as Henry Lehman, Aaron Krohn as Mayer Lehman, Howard W. Overshown as Emanuel Lehman, Cat Beveridge as Principal Pianist, and Anyssa Neumann as Alternative Pianist.
