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Landmark musical in first major west end revival in over 30 years
The musical, written in 1984 by ABBA songwriters Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, and Tim Rice (Jesus Christ Superstar, The Lion King, Evita), tells a story of love and political intrigue, set against the background of the Cold War in the late 1970s/early 1980s, in which superpowers attempt to manipulate an international chess championship for political ends. Two of the world’s greatest chess masters, one American, one Russian, are in danger of becoming the pawns of their governments as their battle for the world title gets under way. Simultaneously their lives are thrown into further confusion by a Hungarian refugee, a remarkable woman who becomes the centre of their emotional triangle.
Includes the international hit singles I Know Him So Well and One Night In Bangkok with the songs Anthem, Someone Else’s Story, Heaven Help My Heart and Pity The Child.
This new West End production, featuring English National Opera’s award-winning Orchestra and Chorus, will be directed by Laurence Connor, whose recent credits include School of Rock and Miss Saigon on Broadway and in the West End, Les Misérables on Broadway, and the international Jesus Christ Superstar arena tour. Choreography is by Stephen Mear.
Description
Landmark musical in first major west end revival in over 30 years
The musical, written in 1984 by ABBA songwriters Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, and Tim Rice (Jesus Christ Superstar, The Lion King, Evita), tells a story of love and political intrigue, set against the background of the Cold War in the late 1970s/early 1980s, in which superpowers attempt to manipulate an international chess championship for political ends. Two of the world’s greatest chess masters, one American, one Russian, are in danger of becoming the pawns of their governments as their battle for the world title gets under way. Simultaneously their lives are thrown into further confusion by a Hungarian refugee, a remarkable woman who becomes the centre of their emotional triangle.
Includes the international hit singles I Know Him So Well and One Night In Bangkok with the songs Anthem, Someone Else’s Story, Heaven Help My Heart and Pity The Child.
This new West End production, featuring English National Opera’s award-winning Orchestra and Chorus, will be directed by Laurence Connor, whose recent credits include School of Rock and Miss Saigon on Broadway and in the West End, Les Misérables on Broadway, and the international Jesus Christ Superstar arena tour. Choreography is by Stephen Mear.
Description
Landmark musical in first major west end revival in over 30 years
The musical, written in 1984 by ABBA songwriters Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, and Tim Rice (Jesus Christ Superstar, The Lion King, Evita), tells a story of love and political intrigue, set against the background of the Cold War in the late 1970s/early 1980s, in which superpowers attempt to manipulate an international chess championship for political ends. Two of the world’s greatest chess masters, one American, one Russian, are in danger of becoming the pawns of their governments as their battle for the world title gets under way. Simultaneously their lives are thrown into further confusion by a Hungarian refugee, a remarkable woman who becomes the centre of their emotional triangle.
Includes the international hit singles I Know Him So Well and One Night In Bangkok with the songs Anthem, Someone Else’s Story, Heaven Help My Heart and Pity The Child.
This new West End production, featuring English National Opera’s award-winning Orchestra and Chorus, will be directed by Laurence Connor, whose recent credits include School of Rock and Miss Saigon on Broadway and in the West End, Les Misérables on Broadway, and the international Jesus Christ Superstar arena tour. Choreography is by Stephen Mear.
Opening times
Monday to Saturday at 7.30 Wednesday and Saturday at 2.30
Opening times
Monday to Saturday at 7.30 Wednesday and Saturday at 2.30
Opening times
Monday to Saturday at 7.30 Wednesday and Saturday at 2.30
In London Coliseum
Venue address
St Martin's Lane, Charing Cross WC2N 4ES
Venue address
St Martin's Lane, Charing Cross WC2N 4ES
Venue address
St Martin's Lane, Charing Cross WC2N 4ES
How to get there
Metro
Charing Cross, Leicester Square
Train
Charing Cross
Bus
3, 6, 9, 11, 12, 13, 15, 23, 24, 29, 53, 77a, 88, 91, 139, 159, 176
Parking:
Cavendish Square, Newport Place, Marble Arch and Park Lane, Poland Street, Rochester Row, Spring Gardens, Whitcomb Street (50% discount for ENO Patrons). Chinatown, Trafalgar (Q Park scheme)
How to get there
Metro
Charing Cross, Leicester Square
Train
Charing Cross
Bus
3, 6, 9, 11, 12, 13, 15, 23, 24, 29, 53, 77a, 88, 91, 139, 159, 176
Parking:
Cavendish Square, Newport Place, Marble Arch and Park Lane, Poland Street, Rochester Row, Spring Gardens, Whitcomb Street (50% discount for ENO Patrons). Chinatown, Trafalgar (Q Park scheme)
How to get there
Metro
Charing Cross, Leicester Square
Train
Charing Cross
Bus
3, 6, 9, 11, 12, 13, 15, 23, 24, 29, 53, 77a, 88, 91, 139, 159, 176
Parking:
Cavendish Square, Newport Place, Marble Arch and Park Lane, Poland Street, Rochester Row, Spring Gardens, Whitcomb Street (50% discount for ENO Patrons). Chinatown, Trafalgar (Q Park scheme)
Seating plan
Seating plan
Seating plan
Access
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS:
Wheelchair spaces and transfer seats available.
Are there adapted toilets?
Adapted toilets are available throughout the theatre.
ASSISTED PERFORMANCES:Are there facilities for the hard-of-hearing?
There is an infrared system working throughout the auditorium. Sign language-interpreted performances available.
Are guide dogs and/or hearing dogs permitted?
Access dogs are not allowed inside the auditorium. Staff available to dog-sit.
Please contact the theatre directly for further information.
Access
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS:
Wheelchair spaces and transfer seats available.
Are there adapted toilets?
Adapted toilets are available throughout the theatre.
ASSISTED PERFORMANCES:Are there facilities for the hard-of-hearing?
There is an infrared system working throughout the auditorium. Sign language-interpreted performances available.
Are guide dogs and/or hearing dogs permitted?
Access dogs are not allowed inside the auditorium. Staff available to dog-sit.
Please contact the theatre directly for further information.
Access
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS:
Wheelchair spaces and transfer seats available.
Are there adapted toilets?
Adapted toilets are available throughout the theatre.
ASSISTED PERFORMANCES:Are there facilities for the hard-of-hearing?
There is an infrared system working throughout the auditorium. Sign language-interpreted performances available.
Are guide dogs and/or hearing dogs permitted?
Access dogs are not allowed inside the auditorium. Staff available to dog-sit.
Please contact the theatre directly for further information.
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