Relics

What is Relics about?

When four siblings reunite at their recently-deceased mother's home with the intention of divvying up her possessions, a long-buried family secret explodes out into the open – challenging everything they thought they knew about themselves and each other.

True to form, Liv thinks she can bulldozer her way back to how things used to be. People-pleaser Rob just wants everyone to get along. But Michelle's had enough of toeing the fragile family line. And with prodigal son Jonny hellbent on pushing everyone's buttons, they all look set to lose everything – their dignity included.

Why book Relics tickets?

The world premiere of Ben Ockrent's Relics is a darkly comic family drama about the legacies we inherit, the choices we make, and the heartbreaking compromise of growing up. Directed by award-winning Michael Longhurst (Constellations, Next To Normal), the play takes a classic tinderbox setup – the post-funeral family get-together – and 'gleefully dumps a ton of petrol on it.'

Produced by Lyric Hammersmith in association with Francesca Moody Productions (Fleabag, Prima Facie) and Chalk Hills.

Is Relics similar to other shows?

Fans of August: Osage County and other family dramas will enjoy this sharp new comedy.