The Ferryman (West End) 2017

Ages: 10+
Opened: June 29, 2017
Closing: May 19, 2018

The Ferryman (West End) - 2017 - West End History , Info & More

Gielgud Theatre
(Piccadilly Circus) Shaftesbury Avenue London

Rural Derry, 1981. The Carney farmhouse is a hive of activity with preparations for the annual harvest. A day of hard work on the land and a traditional night of feasting and celebrations lie ahead. But this year they will be interrupted by a visitor.

The Ferryman (West End) - 2017 - West End Cast

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Last Chance To See Multi-Olivier-Award-Winning Production Of Jez Butterworth's THE FERRYMAN
by Stephi Wild - April 10, 2018


Audiences have just six weeks left to see the critically acclaimed hit production of The Ferryman by Jez Butterworth in the West End. Produced by Sonia Friedman Productions, Neal Street Productions and Royal Court Theatre Productions, The Ferryman will play its final performance at the Gielgud Theatre on 19 May 2018, prior to its Broadway transfer.

THE FERRYMAN Announces Final West End Performance and Broadway Transfer
by Julie Musbach - February 9, 2018


Sonia Friedman Productions, Neal Street Productions and Royal Court Theatre Productions today confirm the final performance for the West End run of Jez Butterworth's The Ferryman, directed by Sam Mendes, will take place at the Gielgud Theatre on 19 May 2018 prior to its Broadway transfer.

THE FERRYMAN Extends Run In The West End To May 2018
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2017


The producers, Sonia Friedman Productions and Neal Street Productions, have just announced that Jez Butterworth's The Ferryman, directed by Sam Mendes, will extend its run at the Gielgud Theatre for a second time.

Maureen Beattie, Charles Dale, and More New Cast Announced For THE FERRYMAN
by BWW News Desk - September 1, 2017


Producers Sonia Friedman Productions and Neal Street Productions today announced new cast members for The Ferryman.

Jez Butterworth's THE FERRYMAN Extends West End Run Through January 2018
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2017


The producers, Sonia Friedman Productions, Neal Street Productions and Royal Court Theatre Productions, are delighted to announce that Jez Butterworth's The Ferryman, directed by Sam Mendes, will extend its run at the Gielgud Theatre until 6 January 2018. 

BWW Review: THE FERRYMAN, Royal Court
by Kelly McElroy - May 5, 2017


Butterworth's writing offers an exquisite balance of humour and drama, revelry and mourning, surprise and expectation. It is a masterclass in every aspect of production and performance. It seems as though the Royal Court has once again made history with this incredible, deft creation.

Jez Butterworth's THE FERRYMAN Will Transfer to the Gielgud Theatre; Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - February 8, 2017


After the short run at the Royal Court Theatre sold out in just one day, the producers are delighted to announce that Jez Butterworth's epic, new playThe Ferryman will transfer to the West End. Multi award-winning actor, director and writer Paddy Considine will be joined by Laura Donnelly and Genevieve O'Reilly in the production directed by Sam Mendes.

The Ferryman (West End) FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Ferryman (West End) have there been?
The Ferryman (West End) has had 3 productions including West End which opened in 2017, West End which opened in 2017 and Broadway which opened in 2018.
What awards has The Ferryman (West End) been nominated for?
The Ferryman (West End) has been nominated for Best Director at the Olivier Awards for Sam Mendes and for the Blue-i Theatre Technology Award for Best Set Design at the Olivier Awards for Rob Howell.
What awards has The Ferryman (West End) won?
The Ferryman (West End) has won the following awards: Best Director at the Olivier Awards for Sam Mendes and the Blue-i Theatre Technology Award for Best Set Design at the Olivier Awards for Rob Howell.

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