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Why watch Deep Azure?
- Explore love, grief, and justice in Deep Azure, Academy Award and BAFTA-nominated Chadwick Boseman’s posthumous fusion of lyrical hip-hop theater and poetic storytelling.
- This bold contemporary UK premiere is directed by the Olivier award-winning Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu, known for For Black Boys and Pig Heart Boy.
- The Deep Azure play blends hip-hop rhythms, spoken poetry, and choral movement to explore loss, spiritual memory, and accountability.
- Playing at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, this staging uses an intimate candlelit space to heighten its emotional pulse. Book your Deep Azure London tickets today!
Deep Azure arrives in London with a UK premiere that highlights the late Chadwick Boseman’s poetic voice as both actor and writer. The play draws on hip-hop theater, Shakespearean influence, and the true story that inspired its central loss. Directed by Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu, whose past work includes For Black Boys and Pig Heart Boy, the production embraces rhythmic language and communal storytelling. The action unfolds in the candlelit Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, where movement, music, and spoken word intertwine. Audiences follow Azure, Deep, Roshad, and Tone as they confront grief, memory, and responsibility.
Storyline
Set against a backdrop of personal tragedy, Deep Azure play follows Azure after her fiancé, Deep, is killed by the police. Guided by Deep’s lingering spiritual presence, she and their friends navigate the weight of grief and the search for justice. Hip-hop rhythms and poetic text shape their journey. As the Heavenly MCs intervene, the group confronts questions of truth, guilt, and healing. Whether they find clarity or lose their way becomes the play’s central tension.
Show timings
Show timings for Deep Azure may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Cast & crew
- Director: Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu
- Producer: Shakespeare’s Globe
- Playwright: Chadwick Boseman
- Choreographer: Tanaka Bingwa
- Music: Conrad Murray and John Pfumojena
- Set designer: Paul Wills
Note: Producers cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, which is always subject to illness and holidays.
Age & content guide
- Content warning: This play contains references to violence, racism, police brutality and eating disorders.
- Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!
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The Sam Wanamaker Playhouse is the indoor, candlelit jewel of Shakespeare’s Globe, modeled on early modern playhouses. Its intimate wooden design brings audiences close to the action, creating a warm, focused environment ideal for lyrical and ensemble-driven work. The venue has hosted acclaimed productions of early modern plays, new writing, and music-led theatre, using live flame to shape atmosphere and texture.
The Sam Wanamaker Playhouse seating plan will help you find the best seats in the theater.
Getting there
- Address: 21 New Globe Walk, London SE1 9DT, United Kingdom
- Tube: The nearest stations are London Bridge (Northern and Jubilee lines) and Blackfriars (District and Circle lines).
- Bus: Routes 45, 63, 100, 381, and RV1 serve the area.
Facilities & accessibility
Available facilities: Restrooms, bar, café, cloakroom, foyer seating
Accessibility: Wheelchair access, accessible restrooms, step-free routes, companion seating, induction loop systems, accessible entrances via New Globe Walk
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’ll get an instant email confirmation right after you book your tickets.
- Enjoy a hassle-free entrance to the venue by showing your mobile ticket and a valid photo ID – no printout necessary!
Cancellation & refunds
- Tickets cannot be refunded, amended, or rescheduled.
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Frequently asked questions about Deep Azure
How much do the Deep Azure London tickets cost?
The cost of the tickets starts from £6.25 and will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
Where is the show playing in London?
The show is playing at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse in London.
What is Deep Azure about?
It follows Azure as she grieves her fiancé, Deep, after he is killed by the police, and traces how their friends confront loss and responsibility.
Is the story based on real events?
Yes. The play is inspired by the real-life death of university student Prince Jones, which shaped Chadwick Boseman’s writing.
How does the production use hip-hop theatre?
Rhythm, spoken verse, and choral movement drive the storytelling, giving emotional weight to Azure’s grief and the community’s response.
What themes does the play explore?
It examines justice, spiritual memory, friendship, and the emotional cost of violence within a community.
Is the play similar to Boseman’s screen work?
This script shows his interest in activism and storytelling through rhythm and character, though it is more lyrical than his film roles.
How does the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse affect the experience?
The candlelit space creates an intimate setting that suits the play’s focus on memory and spiritual presence.