
The Woman In Black Tickets
Join over 7 million theatregoers who have experienced "The most brilliantly effective spine-chiller you will ever encounter" - Daily Telegraph
Dame Susan Hill’s acclaimed ghost story is brought to dramatic life in Stephen Mallatratt’s ingenious stage adaptation. Now celebrating 30 years in the West End, Robin Herford’s gripping production is a brilliantly successful study in atmosphere, illusion and controlled horror.
“One of British theatre's biggest – and scariest – hits” - The Guardian
Additional Information
Age restriction
Recommended for ages 12+. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.Running time
2hr (inc. interval)Performance dates
7 September 2021 - 4 March 2023Content
Recommended for ages 12 and above.Special notes
Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
There may be large school groups present at performances.
Venue Information
Fortune TheatreRussell Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2B 5HHCast Includes
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The Woman in Black is officially closing in the West End
It’s the end of an eerie era for Susan Hill’s infamous The Woman in Black, after 33 hauntingly brilliant years, the production will officially play at The Fortune Theatre for the final time on Saturday 4 March 2023. The Woman in Black’s lasting impact is undeniable, alongside its ability to provoke unease and wonder in millions, it has undoubtedly instilled a lifelong love of theatre in generations of young people. Don’t miss the last chance to see the iconic The Woman in Black, book your tickets whilst stocks last!
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The Woman in Black 2022 cast
The new cast of The Woman in Black at the West End’s Fortune Theatre have started their run in the London production. Julian Forsyth has returned to the thrilling play in the role of Arthur Kipps and Matthew Spencer has reprised his role as The Actor. Tickets for The Woman in Black are currently booking until 29 April 2023.
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Having previously played the role of ‘Arthur Kipps’ at the Fortune Theatre in 2017 and at the start of 2020, Terence Wilton returns to the show this year. His other West End credits include “Never So Good” at the National Theatre, “Treatment” at the Donmar and “War Music” and “Antony and Cleopatra” at the Old Vic. Terence has also performed “The Taming of the Shrew” at the Royal Shakespeare Company among many other productions with the RSC in Stratford-upon-Avon, London and on tour. His television credits include BBC One’s “The Inspector Alleyn Mysteries” and “Doctor Who” and ITV’s “The Forsyte Saga”.
Returning to the role of ‘The Actor’, Max Hutchinson’s recent theatre credits also include “The 39 Steps” at the Barn Theatre and Theatre Royal Windsor, “The Hound of the Baskervilles” and “The Notorious Mrs Ebbsmith” at Jermyn Street Theatre, and the UK Tour of “Murder On The Nile”. He has also appeared in the films “Dream Horse” and “Downton Abbey”.
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Priority Access for the return of The Woman In Black
The West End’s second longest running play The Woman in Black has announced it will reopen at London’s Fortune Theatre on Tuesday 7 September 2021. Get tickets for The Woman In Black first here and pay no booking fees! London’s family-favourite play, beloved by all ages, is ready to haunt theatreland once again. Book now and secure the best seats with our early access.
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