The Humans

The Humans at Theatre Royal Haymarket

Why see The Humans?

There's No Planet Like Home...Or IS There?

Come for this out-of-this-world story and leave with a little more hope in humanity! Starring Matt Smith (Doctor Who, House of the Dragon), this epic new stage adaptation comes from acclaimed writer Jack Thorne (Adolescence, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child), based on the bestselling novel by Matt Haig (The Midnight Library, Reasons to Stay Alive). Directed by award-winning Jeremy Herrin (Wolf Hall, Every Brilliant Thing), it's a hilarious, thrilling story that may make you think seriously about your place in the world we live in.

What's the Story?

When university professor Andrew Martin makes a mathematical discovery with the potential to change everything, an unexpected visitor arrives from beyond our planet. With the future of the universe at stake, this mysterious outsider takes an unusual approach to saving humanity: stepping straight into Andrew’s family life, where things are about to get very strange.

As he gets to know Andrew, his wife and their teenage son, he encounters the baffling, brilliant and often ridiculous business of being human. From love and family to loneliness, belonging and everything in between.

Key Information

Audience

Suitable for ages 12+

Dates

30 Oct 2027 - 29 Jan 2028

Upcoming Performances

Cast

  • Matt Smith as Andrew Martin

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

Creative

  • Written by Jack Thorne
  • Directed by Jeremy Herrin

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