Chariots of Fire 2012

Opened: June 23, 2012
Closing: January 05, 2013

Chariots of Fire - 2012 - West End History , Info & More

Gielgud Theatre
(Piccadilly Circus) Shaftesbury Avenue London

Edward Hall's Hampstead Theatre production of Chariots of Fire will transfer to the Gielgud Theatre from 22 June 2012, following its run at the North London venue. Award-winning playwright Mike Bartlett's new adaptation, inspired by Colin Welland's original screenplay, is now booking in the West End until February 2, 2013.



Adapted from the legendary Oscar-winning movie, this spectacular and ingenious retelling of Eric Liddell's and Harold Abrahams' quest to become the fastest men on earth is an electrifying and immensely moving tale of two men's rivalry, and their unwavering determination to conquer the world in the face of prejudice, immovable beliefs and overwhelming odds.

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CHARIOTS OF FIRE Announces Early Closing Date of January 5 at the Gielgud Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 2, 2013


According to reports, West End's CHARIOTS OF FIRE has posted an early closing date of Saturday January 5, 2013 at the Gielgud Theatre. It was originally set to close on February 2.

CHARIOTS OF FIRE Bookings Extended Through February 2 at Gielgud Theater
by Samantha Vega - December 6, 2012


Chariots of Fire is taking bookings at the Gielgud Theatre until 2 February 2013.

CHARIOTS OF FIRE at the Gielgud Theatre Announces Christmas Schedule
by BWW News Desk - December 6, 2012


Chariots of Fire is taking bookings at the Gielgud Theatre until 2 February 2013.

CHARIOTS OF FIRE Welcomes Final West End Cast, Closes Feb 2
by Carrie Dunn - November 12, 2012


Tomorrow, Tuesday 13 November 2012, sees the final cast in Edward Hall's critically acclaimed production of Chariots of Fire take to the track at the Gielgud Theatre after its previously announced extension through to 2 February 2013.

Photo Flash: First Look at West End's CHARIOTS OF FIRE
by Nicole Rosky - October 19, 2012


Edward Hall's critically acclaimed production of Chariots of Fire is now booking at the Gielgud Theatre to 2 February 2013. Since transferring to the West End in May this year for a previously announced limited run, Chariots of Fire has been championed by Olympians past and present who have joined theatregoers in applauding this inspirational tale of hope, honour and belief. Check out photos of the cast in action below!

Photo Flash: 2012 Olympic Team Great Britain Attends CHARIOTS OF FIRE Gala Performance
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2012


Last night, Tuesday 11 September, the stage production of Chariots of Fire was host to over 60 members of the 2012 Olympic Team GB who attended a gala performance of Edward Hall's critically acclaimed production at the Gielgud Theatre and accompanied cast members from this five star production on stage for a special curtain call. Check out photos from the appearance below!

Photo Coverage: CHARIOTS OF FIRE Film Cast Greets UK Stage Company
by Jessica Lewis - July 11, 2012


Ben Cross, Nigel Havers, Nicholas Farrell and Alice Krige, stars of the original 1981 film Chariots of Fire, made a surprise visit to the Gielgud Theatre last night, July 10, to meet with the actors currently performing in Edward Hall's five star stage production of the same name. The stage cast, led by James McArdle, Jack Lowden, Tam Williams, Mark Edel-Hunt and Savannah Stevenson were introduced to their film character counterparts and to an excited audience at the Gielgud Theatre. Hugh Hudson, Director of the original film and co-producer of the new stage adaptation joined actors from both film and stage at this unique curtain call.

Edward Hall's CHARIOTS OF FIRE Opens at the Gielgud Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 5, 2012


As London gets ready to welcome the world to the 2012 Olympic Games, Edward Hall's five star production of Chariots of Fire opens (3 July 2012) at the West End's Gielgud Theatre following its critically acclaimed sell-out run at Hampstead Theatre. Inspired by Colin Welland's original screenplay, award-winning playwright Mike Bartlett's new adaptation is based on the true story of Eric Liddell and Harold Abrahams' inspirational tale of hope, honour and belief. Chariots of Fire is currently booking at the Gielgud Theatre to 10 November 2012.

CHARIOTS OF FIRE Transfers to West End from Tonight, June 22
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2012


Edward Hall's Hampstead Theatre production of Chariots of Fire will transfer to the Gielgud Theatre from tonight, 22 June 2012, following its run at the North London venue. Award-winning playwright Mike Bartlett's new adaptation, inspired by Colin Welland's original screenplay, is now booking in the West End until 10 November 2012.

Tickets Go on Sale for Edward Hall's CHARIOTS OF FIRE West End Transfer
by James T Harding - May 30, 2012


Almost 17,000 stadium seats go on sale today (30 May 2012) for the West End transfer of Chariots of Fire. Following its sell-out run at Hampstead Theatre, Edward Hall's production will open at the Gielgud Theatre on 23 June 2012 where it is currently booking to 10 November 2012. Inspired by Colin Welland's original screenplay, award-winning playwright Mike Bartlett's new adaptation is based on the true story of Eric Liddell and Harold Abrahams' inspirational tale of hope, honour and belief.

CHARIOTS OF FIRE to Transfer to West End from June - Starring Jack Lowden and Eric Liddell
by James T Harding - April 18, 2012


Edward Hall's Hampstead Theatre production of Chariots of Fire will transfer to the Gielgud Theatre from 22 June 2012, following its run at the North London venue. Award-winning playwright Mike Bartlett's new adaptation, inspired by Colin Welland's original screenplay, is now booking in the West End until 10 November 2012.

Chariots of Fire FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Chariots of Fire have there been?
Chariots of Fire has had 1 productions including West End which opened in 2012.

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