Duration
1 hr 45 mins
Closing Date
Until December 6, 2025
Age limit
Suitable for 14+ yrs
Why Watch The Weir?
- Don’t miss acclaimed actor Brendan Gleeson—Emmy winner, Oscar, BAFTA and Golden Globe nominee—live on stage for the first time in London. Eagle-eyed viewers may recognize him as Alastair 'Mad-Eye' Moody from Harry Potter .
- For the first time, Olivier Award-winner Conor McPherson (Girl from the North Country, The Hunger Games) called “one of the finest writers of his generation" (New York Times), directs his own chilling masterpiece.
- 30 years since its acclaimed original run in 1997, The Weir still packs a supernatural punch, perfect for guests seeking a little atmospheric horror.
- Five strangers in Ireland share stories that blur the line between the living and the dead in this Olivier, Critics’ Circle, Evening Standard award-winning play.
- Catch a once-in-a-generation revival at the Harold Pinter Theatre, as The Weir is “a spellbinder that transfixes you” (The Guardian) and a masterclass in quiet, powerful drama.
The Weir returns in a major new production at the Harold Pinter Theatre, directed for the very first time since 1997 by its award-winning writer, Conor McPherson (Girl From the North Country, The Hunger Games). Making his West End debut, Brendan Gleeson (The Banshees of Inisherin, Harry Potter, Paddington 2) stars as Jack in a once-in-a-lifetime revival of this Olivier Award–winning play. Produced by Kate Horton (The Motive and the Cue, The Inheritance) and fresh from a Dublin run, this strictly limited London season is the first time McPherson has taken the reins as director. Book tickets to The Weir play in London—ghosts, Guinness, & gut-punch confessions in one haunting Irish night!
Storyline
On a cold and windy night in a rural Irish pub, four local men swap ghost stories to impress a mysterious woman who has just moved into the area. The drinks flow, the tales grow darker, and the air thickens with unease. But as the night deepens, it’s Valerie, the newcomer, who shares the most chilling story of all, forcing them all to reckon with grief, guilt, and the unseen things that haunt us.
Show timings
Show timings for The Weir may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Cast & Crew
- Leading roles: Brendan Gleeson
- Playwright & director: Conor McPherson
- Producers: Kate Horton Productions (Unicorn) and Ireland's Landmark Productions
Age Suitability
- This show is suitable for ages 14 years and above.
- Content warning: Some mature themes and discussions of grief and trauma.
- Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!
- Most theatres are air-conditioned year-round, so it can get a bit chilly. Bring a light jacket just in case.
Harold Pinter Theatre
The Savoy Theatre London made history by being the world's first public building to be entirely illuminated by electricity. The purpose-built theatre opened its doors on October 10, 1881, as The Savoy, showcasing Gilbert and Sullivan's Patience or Bunthorne's Bride. The theatre was specifically designed to showcase Gilbert & Sullivan comic operas, which subsequently became known as the Savoy Operas, built by Richard D'Oyly Carte. Over time, the theatre has undergone various renovations. In the late 20th century, a proposal to construct a new theatre was suggested. However, it was overruled, and the decision was made to restore the building as faithfully as possible to its original 1929 design. Seating Capacity: 1132 Savoy Theatre Seating Plan will help you find the best seats in the theatre.
Getting There
- Address: Panton St, London SW1Y 4DN, UK
- By metro:
The nearest tube stations are Piccadilly Circus (Bakerloo and Piccadilly lines) and Leicester Square (Northern and Piccadilly lines).
- By train:
If you wish to take a train to the theatre, the Charing Cross Station is the closest.
- By bus:
Buses 14, 19, 24, 29, 38, and 176 serve the area.
- By car:
The nearest car park is Q-Park Leicester Square.
Facilities & Accessibility
Amenities: Toilets, Souvenir shop, Cloak room, Dining outlets, Free parking
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, Service animals allowed, Mobility vehicles
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 Weir voucher. No need to print. Please carry a valid Photo Id for identification.
Cancellation & Refunds
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Frequently asked questions
Ticket prices typically start from £25, with premium seats ranging higher depending on availability and date.
The Weir is playing at the Harold Pinter Theatre in London’s West End.
The running time is approximately 1 hour 45 minutes with no interval.
Four locals in a remote Irish pub share ghost stories to impress a woman who recently moved to the area. But as the drinks flow, one final, unexpected tale reveals raw emotional truths and shifts the tone entirely. The Weir is about connection, grief, and the power of storytelling.
The key themes include loneliness, grief, memory, and the enduring human need to connect through stories. It also touches on guilt, loss, and the spiritual undercurrents that linger just beneath everyday life.
The play takes place in a small, rural pub in Ireland’s northwest—windy, isolated, and brimming with atmosphere.
Oscar and BAFTA nominee Brendan Gleeson stars as Jack in the 2025 West End production, marking his long-awaited West End debut.
Acclaimed Irish playwright Conor McPherson, who also directs this new London revival—his first time directing a play he wrote nearly 30 years ago—wrote the play.
With an award-winning script, a world-class actor in Brendan Gleeson, and the original playwright directing, The Weir is both a theatrical event and a masterclass in intimate, emotionally charged storytelling.
In the play, “the weir” refers to a dam-like structure on a river, symbolizing both the flow and blockage of emotions and stories.
