Why Watch The Smeds and The Smoos?
- Witness a new space odyssey on stage, as the much-loved book by Children Laureate Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, The Smeds and The Smoos is brought to life in London’s West End for a limited run this summer.
- Enjoy the fresh take on Romeo and Juliet, but first, get ready for a day of fun, music, and dancing.
- This amazing new show is sure to entertain your entire family, including the tiny tots. What are you waiting for? Get your hands on some The Smeds and The Smoos tickets and make a day out of it.
About Show
Show Details
Age Suitability
Tickets
The Smeds and The Smoos tickets are now on sale. The production will be hosted at the Lyric Theatre from the 20th of July to the 3rd of September. Book your The Smeds and The Smoos tickets now to avoid disappointment later! The Smeds and The Smoos was written in 2019 and adapted from the book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler by Tall Stories, the production company behind The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom. Toby Mitchell takes on the role of director, with Barney George acting as the set and costume designer, and Peter Harrison as the lighting designer. Jon Faber and Andy Shaw from JollyGoodTunes create the sound design while Yvonne Stone is the puppet designer.
The Story
The Smeds and The Smoos is a revolutionary new rendition of Romeo and Juliet that follows two aliens of two different races on an interplanetary odyssey! The red Smeds never interact with Smoos, who are blue. Which is why, when a young Smed and Smoo go on to become romantically involved, their families have a hard time welcoming or even accepting their relationship. Watch as young Smed and Smoo battle the animosity between their two distinct clans, fall in love, and soar into space together. Grab some The Smeds and The Smoos tickets today!
Show Timings
- Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri & Sun: 11am & 2pm
- Sat: 10:30am, 11am or 2pm
- Show timings for The Smeds and The Smoos may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Cast & Crew
- Leading Roles: Felicia Akin-Tayo, Robert Penny, Andrea Sadler, Tom Capper and Grace Liston
- Book: Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler
- Direction: Toby Mitchell
- Set and Design: Barney George
- Lighting Design: Peter Harrison
- Sound Design: JollyGoodTunes
- This show is recommended for ages 3+.
- Children under 18 months will be allocated entry to the show, on the understanding that they will not be given a seat and will be classed as ‘babes in arms’.
- Please keep in mind that London theatres do not have an age classification organization. This means that all age recommendations are subjective. Please use your judgment while purchasing tickets for any show.
The Smeds and the Smoos Tickets
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Booking Period: From 20 July to 3 September 2023
Tickets Redemption
You will be contacted by the theatre 48 hours before the performance with instructions on how to check in and retrieve your e-ticket.
Cancellation & Refunds
- Tickets cannot be refunded, amended, or rescheduled.
Lyric Theatre
Lyric Theatre is perhaps one of the oldest West End theatres, located on Shaftesbury Avenue in the City of Westminster. The theatre opened its doors on December 17th, 1888 and originally specialized in musical productions. Designed by the renowned architect C.J. Phipps for producer Henry Leslie, it has a seating capacity of 915. The light opera Dorothy, whose profits were used to build this theatre, was relocated from its previous site to inaugurate it.
Seating Capacity: 915
Lyric Theatre Seating Plan will help you find the best seats in the theatre.
Getting There
Facilities & Accessibility
Additional Information
Address: 29 Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 7ES, United Kingdom
Tube: The nearest tube stations are Piccadilly Circus (Bakerloo and Piccadilly Line) and Leicester Square (Northern and Piccadilly Lines)
Bus: Bus lines servicing the area include 12, 14, 19, 38 (Shaftesbury Avenue); 6, 15, 23, 88, 93, 139, 159, 453 (Regent Street)
Available Facilities: Bar, Cloakroom, Toilets
Accessibility: Accessible Toilets, Assistance Dogs Allowed, Wheelchair Spaces Available
Security: Please be aware that for your comfort and security all audience members will be subject to security checks upon arrival at the Lyric 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Smeds and the Smoos Tickets
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The Smeds and The Smoos opens on 20 July 2023 at Lyric Theatre.
The Smeds and The Smoos is suitable for ages 3 and above. Children under 18 months can enter and will be classed as ‘babes in arms’, they won’t be given a seat.
The Smeds and The Smoos is playing at Lyric Theatre in London and opens on 20 July 2023.
The running time of The Smeds and The Smoos is 1 hour with no intermission.
The Smeds and The Smoos is a show about love and overcoming barriers of hatred.
The main stars of The Smeds and The Smoos are Felicia Akin-Tayo as Janet, Robert Penny as Bill, Andrea Sadler as Grandmother Smoo, Tom Capper as Grandfather Smed with Grace Liston understudying.
There is no specific dress code at West End. However, it is prudent to dress in semi-formals or smart casuals and something comfortable. Carry a light sweater or a jacket as the theatre can get a bit chilly.
No, outside food is not allowed while attending The Smeds and The Smoos. Most theatres do have a cafeteria or bar inside the premises where you can get snacks and drinks.
Lyric Theatre has multiple facilities including bar, cloakroom, and toilets available for the audiences during The Smeds and The Smoos.
Photography, videography, and sound recording are prohibited inside the theatre. Some theatres do have a souvenir shop from where you can purchase pictures of stills of the show.
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