Sorry! You missed The Ocean at the End of the Lane at Noel Coward Theatre

Unfortunately, we don't have any information about upcoming performances of this show. Maybe we can interest you with something similar from the options below...

location

85-88 St Martins Lane, London WC2N 4AU

The Ocean at the End of the Lane

5 star rating5 star rating5 star rating5 star rating5 star rating

Closed November 25, 2023

Neil Gaiman's fantasy novel is brought to thrilling life.

The Times

Why See The Ocean at the End of the Lane?

PlaysFamily Shows2020 Olivier WinnersOlivier WinnersOlivier Nominees

Back for 2023

Described as a mesmerizing piece of theatrical magic, Katy Rudd and Joel Horwood's adaptation of Neil Gaiman's 2013 novel returns to the West End to cast its spell over the Noel Coward Theatre this autumn. A fantastical adventure that follows two young friends as they set out to defeat nefarious supernatural forces, it's Gaiman on fine form, brought to life by breathtaking effects, puppetry and more!

What is the story?

When our hero returns to his childhood home for a funeral, he is suddenly overcome by the vivid memories of a spring over 40 years before. At that time, he had a best friend, Lettie Hempstock, who claimed the duck pond behind her house was actually a vast ocean. Diving headlong into his past, our hero confronts the true nature of Lettie and her unusual family, and the epic battle they waged against unsettling magic they faced together so long ago.

Please note: This production contains scenes that some people may find distressing and strobe lighting.

show content hide content

Additional Information

Dates

Opening night: 11 October 2023

Audience

12+

Run time

Two hours and 20 minutes including interval

Cast and Creative

Creative

Based on the Novel by Neil Gaiman
Adapted by Joel Horwood
Directed by Katy Rudd
Design by  Fly Davis
Costume and puppetry design by Samuel Wyver
Movement direction by Stephen Hoggett
Composition by Jherek Bischoff,
Lighting design by Paule Constable
Puppetry direction Finn Caldwell
Sound design by Ian Dickinson for Autograph
Magic and illusions direction and design by Jamie Harrison

Awards

Olivier Awards, 2020 - Nominations

Best Actress in a Supporting Role - Josie Walker
Best Lighting Design
Best New Play

What we thought

Singular JAW-DROPPING supernatural

An Ocean of Emotion at the End of Gaiman's Lane

A boy, his newfound friend, and a hefty dose of magic and horror. On the surface that may be all that the show seems to be, but Ocean at the End of the Lane has such unfathomable depths that it will leave even the most stout-hearted of us emotional.

Read full review
Ania

Ania

What you thought

6 reviews, average rating: (3.5 Stars)

3.5 star rating

Bea: “Incredible ”

What a brilliant piece of theatre. Puppetry and movement was amazing.... more

Natt: “Brilliant - wonderful use of light and body”

I booked tickets for my partner as I didn't expect it to be my thing but... more

Read all reviews Write a review

Nearby

Venue home

Venue home

location

Location

restaurantsDiningRestaurants
hotels

Hotels

Additional Information

seating chart
SeatingSeating map

Spread the word

Sound good to you? Share this page on social media and let your friends know about The Ocean at the End of the Lane at Noel Coward Theatre.

Keep up to date

I want email news and updates for events in my area! Read how we protect your data.

Please note: The term Noel Coward Theatre and/or The Ocean at the End of the Lane as well as all associated graphics, logos, and/or other trademarks, tradenames or copyrights are the property of the Noel Coward Theatre and/or The Ocean at the End of the Lane and are used herein for factual descriptive purposes only. We are in no way associated with or authorized by the Noel Coward Theatre and/or The Ocean at the End of the Lane and neither that entity nor any of its affiliates have licensed or endorsed us to sell tickets, goods and or services in conjunction with their events.