The Last Ship
Written by and starring Sting, The Last Ship sails into London

A stirring musical. Some of the most thrilling choral writing I've heard in a British musical.
The Guardian
Written by and starring Sting, The Last Ship sails into London
Written by and starring Sting, The Last Ship sails into London
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".
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?
Please note: The producers can't guarantee the appearance of any performers on any specific date.
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