Standing at the Sky's Edge
at the Gillian Lynne Theatre
Music and lyrics by Richard Hawley. Book by Chris Bush.
The National Theatre and Various Productions present the Sheffield Theatres Production
Booking and details
The multi-award winning new musical Standing at the Sky’s Edge – winner of the Olivier Award for Best New Musical, UK Theatre Award for Best Musical Production, and the South Bank Sky Arts Award – transfers to the West End following sold-out runs at the National Theatre and Sheffield Theatres.
Hailed as ‘the most exciting new British musical in years’ (WhatsOnStage), Standing at the Sky’s Edge was originally written as a love letter to Sheffield, charting the hopes and dreams of three generations over the course of six tumultuous decades, navigating universal themes of love, loss and survival.
Directed by Sheffield Theatres’ Artistic Director Robert Hastie, with irresistible songs of legendary singer-songwriter Richard Hawley and a beautiful, hilarious and gut-wrenching book by Chris Bush, Standing at the Sky’s Edge reveals the history of modern Britain through the stories of the landmark housing estate – a heartfelt exploration of the power of community and what it is we all call home.
Reviews for the original National Theatre production
★★★★★
‘an exhilarating, big-hearted musical! A superb production. ’
Financial Times
★★★★★
‘Deserves to be seen far and wide, and watched again and again.’
The Stage
‘Moving and resonant. Magnificent.’
The Times
★★★★★
‘A powerful tale of hope, despair and survival.’
Daily Mail
★★★★
‘Spine-tingling. A glorious love letter indeed.’
Guardian
★★★★
‘The best British musical in decades.’
Daily Express
★★★★
‘Enthralling. Superbly directed by Robert Hastie.’
Telegraph
Suitability
This show contains adult themes and strong language, including some scenes depicting physical violence, alcohol abuse and death. There are flashing lights, haze and loud sound effects.
Gallery
New cast photoshoot
Original National Theatre production gallery
Photoshoot video
West End cast includes
Elizabeth Ayodele
Elizabeth Ayodele trained at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama.
Joel Harper-Jackson
Joel Harper-Jackson’s work in theatre includes The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time for the National Theatre on UK tour
Sharlene Hector
For the National: A Strange Loop
Samuel Jordan
For the National: Standing at the Sky’s Edge
Mel Lowe
Mel Lowe’s work in theatre includes the Fair Maid of the West for the RSC.
Baker Mukasa
For the National: Standing at the Sky’s Edge
Alastair Natkiel
For the National: Standing at the Sky’s Edge
Laura Pitt-Pulford
Laura Pitt-Pulford’s work in theatre includes The Light Princess at the National Theatre
Lauryn Redding
Lauryn Redding is a writer, composer and actor.
Rachael Wooding
For the National: Standing at the Sky’s Edge
Full West End cast to be announced
Production team includes
Music and Lyrics
Richard Hawley
Richard Hawley
Richard Hawley is best known for his work as a musician, as a solo artist and with the bands Pulp and The Longpigs. He released his ninth album Further in 2019.
Writer
Chris Bush
Chris Bush
Chris Bush is an award-winning playwright, lyricist and theatre-maker.
Director
Set and Costume Designer
Ben Stones
Ben Stones
Ben Stones’ designs span theatre, ballet, comedy, fashion and hip-hop dance.
Choreographer
Lynne Page
Lynne Page
British choreographer Lynne Page works internationally in film and television, opera, theatre and musical theatre.
Music Supervisor, Arranger & Orchestrator
Lighting Designer
Mark Henderson
Mark Henderson
Mark Henderson is a lighting designer with over 40 years’ experience working extensively for all the major theatre, dance, and opera companies in the UK.
Sound Designer
Bobby Aitken
Bobby Aitken
Bobby Aitken has been involved with theatrical sound design for over 30 years. He has worked both in the UK and around the world, designing in small-scale theatres to grand arenas, including the opening and closing ceremonies of the London 2012 Olympics.
Wigs, Hair & Make-up Designer
Cynthia De La Rosa
Cynthia De La Rosa
Cynthia De la Rosa is a wigs, hair and make-up designer.
Casting Director
Stuart Burt CDG
Stuart Burt CDG
For the National: Standing at the Sky’s Edge and East is East (also for Birmingham Rep)
Ticket prices
Tuesday – Thursday performances (and Monday 12 Feb)
£20, £25, £35, £45, £59.50, £75, £79.50, £99.50, £125
Excluding 2 – 4 Apr, 9 – 11 Apr, 28 – 30 May and 30 Jul – 1 Aug
Friday – Sunday performances
And 2 – 4 Apr, 9 – 11 Apr, 28 – 30 May and 30 Jul – 1 Aug
£20, £29.50, £39.50, £49.50, £69.50, £85, £89.50, £125, £150
Groups rates
Groups of 10+ tickets
Monday – Thursday performances from 27 February 2024
Band A – £55
Excluding performances in the weeks beginning 1 Apriil, 8 April, 27 May, 22 July and 29 July
A maximum of 60 tickets per performance
Contact LW Groups at: groups@gillianlynnetheatre.co.uk
Accelerator rate 10+ tickets
Book and pay by 28 September 2023
Monday – Thursday performances from 27 February 2024
Band A – £49.50
Excluding performances in the weeks beginning 12 February, 19 February 1 Apriil, 8 April, 27 May, 22 July and 29 July
A maximum of 60 tickets per performance
Contact LW Groups at: groups@gillianlynnetheatre.co.uk
Schools rate
Groups of 10+ tickets
Monday – Thursday performances from 27 February 2024
Bands A-C for £25
A free teacher ticket is available for every 10 paid tickets ordered (11 tickets for the price of 10)
Excluding performances in the weeks beginning 1 Apriil, 8 April, 27 May, 22 July and 29 July
A maximum of 60 tickets per performance
Contact LW Groups at: groups@gillianlynnetheatre.co.uk
Assisted performances
BSL Interpreted performances:
Saturday 22 June at 2.30pm
Thursday 23 May at 7.30pm
Audio-Described performances:
Wednesday 13 March at 2.30pm
Saturday 13 April at 7.30pm
Captioned performances
Tuesday 26 March at 7:30pm
Saturday 13 July at 2.30pm
Access tickets are bookable via LW theatres only.
Please call the the Gillian Lynne Theatre Access booking line on 020 3925 2998 from 10am to 5:30pm Monday to Saturday.
Or email access@lwtheatres.co.uk and a member of their Box Office will get back to you as soon as possible.
Customers with Access requirements will be able to purchase a ticket in the price band of their choice, subject to availability.
One additional companion ticket will be made available at the same price paid by the customer with Access requirements, subject to availability. Any additional tickets required in the suitable area will be chargeable at the standard admission rate.