The Last Ship

The Last Ship at Theatre Royal Drury Lane

Why see The Last Ship?

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Music icon Sting stars in his critically acclaimed musical, The Last Ship, in a revised new production, coming to the Theatre Royal Drury Lane this autumn. Featuring original music by The Police frontman himself, The Last Ship is a heartfelt and empowering musical about the shipbuilding community in his home city of Newcastle, as it reached its breaking point in the 1980s. Debuting in Chicago in 2014, the musical has enjoyed runs on Broadway, the West End, and in Australia. Inspired by Sting's own childhood, The Last Ship features some of the Grammy winner's best-loved songs, including "Island of Souls", "All This Time" and "When We Dance".

What Is The Story?

When their shipyard finally closes in the 1980s, foreman Jackie White (Sting) inspires his co-workers to take over the shipyard and build one final ship. Meanwhile, prodigal son Gideon returns home after his father's death, having left fifteen years ago and abandoned his relationship with Meg, whom he left behind. Is he too late to make amends and start their lives together?

Cast

  • Starring Sting

Please note: The producers can't guarantee the appearance of any performers on any specific date.

Creative

  • Music by Sting
  • Directed by Leo Warner
  • Book by Barney Norris

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