The Grinning Man Tickets
Don't miss your last chance to see what has come to the fairground!Performance dates
6 December 2017 - 5 May 2018
Run time 2hr 50min (including interval)
Includes interval
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Extended 3 weeks, The Grinning Man must end 5 May. Do not miss your last chance to see this tremendous new musical!
A strange new act has arrived at the fairground. Who is Grinpayne and how did he get his hideous smile? Paraded as a freak, then celebrated as a star, only the love of a sightless girl can reveal his terrible secret.
London’s critically acclaimed new British musical The Grinning Man, now playing at the Trafalgar Studios, has announced a final extended three week booking period until 5 May. This is the very last chance for West End audiences to see this adored, award-winning production set in a fantastical world with a dark heart. Directed by Tony-award winning Tom Morris (War Horse) The Grinning Man has enchanted audiences again and again, receiving wildly enthusiastic standing ovations at every performance.
From Tony Award-winning director Tom Morris (War Horse), Kneehigh writer Carl Grose and featuring “an outstanding score” (Sunday Times) by Tim Phillips and Marc Teitler, The Grinning Man is a magical reimagining of the classic novel by Victor Hugo (Les Misérables).
Set in a fantastical world created by designer Jon Bausor (Bat Out of Hell), and brought to life with the “astonishing puppetry” (What’s on Stage) of Gyre & Gimble, the original War Horse puppeteers, The Grinning Man invites you to be seduced by the darkness at the Trafalgar Studios.
Louis Maskell (My Fair Lady, West Side Story), recently nominated for Best Performance in a Musical for his role in the Bristol Old Vic production, will again lead the cast in the title role of Grinpayne, the show’s disfigured hero.
Book The Grinning Man tickets now to avoid disappointment. Absolutely must end 5 May.
“This stunning new British musical demands to be seen. I simply loved it” The Times
“Best puppetry since War Horse” Mail on Sunday
“As satisfying and heart-wrenching as anything you might see on stage at the moment” What’s On Stage
“Sure to make you laugh and weep” Gay Times
“Fabulously theatrical” The Observer
Content
Recommended for brave 12 year olds and above. Please note this play contains dark subject matter with some scenes of a sexual nature, violence and swearing.Special notes
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Extra seats released for the macabre smash-hit musical The Grinning Man
Have a look at how this critically-acclaimed production is faring with London audiences! The "simply beautiful, utterly brilliant" (Bristol 24/7) production featuring the "best British score in years" (What's On Stage) has just announced extra seats, which are readily available through 5 May 2018.
20 Mar, 2018 | By Nicholas Ephram Ryan Daniels
Features
Discover the magical yet dark world of The Grinning Man
Just what exactly is hiding behind Grinpayne's mysterious grin? Perhaps it's all the show's rave reviews! See why the critics are going mad about this tragicomic musical.
8 Mar, 2018 | By Nicholas Ephram Ryan Daniels
News
The Grinning Man announces West End extension
The Grinning Man has announced an extension of its run at Trafalgar Studios until 14 April, 2018.
10 Jan, 2018 | By Sarah Gengenbach
Features
The Grinning Man: deserves a permanent home in the West End
Even though The Grinning Man is an adaptation of an old fairy tale, this British musical is an enchanting combination of new and old. As soon as you step into Trafalgar Studios, you are immersed in Victorian London and completely captivated until the final curtain. The preset of The Grinning Man’s hideous smile stretches over the audience, giving you an immediate flavour of what is to come and you are welcomed by musical performers, inviting you into the circus. To put it simply, as soon as you arrive, you are hooked.
3 Jan, 2018 | By Lucy Beirne
Features
Shows You Won't Find in Santa's Stocking
What’s more perfect than theatre at Christmas? It’s the ideal date and an amazing way to spend time with family. Of course, you’ll be looking at the big shows for your trip to the West End or more than likely a Christmas themed play/musical. Whether you’re looking to buy theatre tickets as Christmas gifts or you’re hoping to receive them, here are some shows you probably won’t expect to find.
15 Dec, 2017 | By Jade Ali
Features
The Grinning Man launch event
After it’s critically acclaimed run at Bristol Old Vic, The Grinning Man opened its doors to a lucky few for an exclusive peek on how the show is shaping up prior to its run at Trafalgar Studios. It did not disappoint.
22 Nov, 2017 | By Lucy Beirne
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