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Lungs

Run Time:
1 hour and 20 minutes with no intermission
Ages: 12+
Closing: November 09, 2019

Lungs - 2019 West End History , Info & More

Old Vic Theatre
The Cut, South Bank London

The ice caps are melting, there's overpopulation, political unrest; everything's going to hell in a handcart – why on earth would someone bring a baby into this world?

Directed by Matthew Warchus, Claire Foy and Matt Smith perform in Duncan Macmillan's hilarious emotional rollercoaster of a play about a couple wrestling with life’s biggest dilemmas.


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BUILDING THE WALL to Open Off-Broadway with Ripple Effect Artists at Urban Stages
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2026


Ripple Effect Artists will present Robert Schenkkan's BUILDING THE WALL in a limited Off-Broadway run at Urban Stages, featuring post-show talkbacks with the Immigration Defense Project and New York Immigration Coalition.

Blog: From New Zealand to New York: Chasing My Dream Over 8,000 Miles
by Atlantic Theater Company - Mar 6, 2026


Romain Mereau is a 2019 graduate of Atlantic Acting School’s Full-Time Conservatory program.

2026 OffFest Nominations Revealed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026


Following the announcement of this year’s Offies nominations, OffFest will return as the festival arm of OffWestEnd, celebrating work not only made in London but also at festivals across the UK. See the nominations!

Sasha Velour to Launch European Tour of New Show TRAVESTY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2026


Global drag icon, Sasha Velour is bringing her newest one-queen drag spectacular Travesty to Europe after its world premiere at Woolly Mammoth Theater Company.

Review: AND JULIET at Orpheum Theatre Memphis
by AniKatrina Fageol - Nov 26, 2025


'For never was a story of more woe than this of Juliet and her Romeo.' It's a classic tale, one that has been told hundreds of thousands of times and one that theatre kids everywhere know well. But you likely have not seen Romeo and Juliet quite like this. The costumes are vibrant, the choreography is exhilirating, the voices are powerful, and the story... there is quite the twist in the story. 

Tony Winner Daniel Radcliffe Will Star in EVERY BRILLIANT THING on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 29, 2025


Daniel Radcliffe is heading back to Broadway in 2026. The Tony winner will star in the Broadway transfer of Duncan Macmillan's Every Brilliant Thing, directed by Jeremy Herrin and Macmillan. Performances will begin on February 21 at the Hudson Theatre, with an opening set for March 12.

Jules Buckley Will Celebrate His 25th BBC Prom With St. Vincent
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2025


The BBC Proms marks a milestone this summer as conductor, arranger and orchestrator Jules Buckley returns to the Royal Albert Hall for his 25th Prom.

Actors Touring Company Appoints Five New Trustees
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2025


Actors Touring Company (ATC) has announced the appointment of five new trustees, Laila Alj, Eleni Gill, Sarita Godber, Feeroza Patel and Teunkie Van Der Sluijs.

Interview: Oliver Edward of & JULIET at Stage Operettenhaus Hamburg
by Martin Ganeider - Jun 7, 2025


First things first, Oliver Edward, born and raised in Vienna, one of the most liveable cities in the world, graduated from Arts Educational School London, joined the first HAMILTON production in a foreign language in 2022 to portray John Laurens/Philip Hamilton and to cover the leading man A.HAM.

Interview: Kathy St. George Talks Acting on Broadway, Understudying a Soap Star and Being Honored at Elliot Norton Awards
by R. Scott Reedy - May 29, 2025


Kathy St. George – who will receive the Elliot Norton Prize for Sustained Excellence from the Boston Theater Critics Association at the 42nd annual Elliot Norton Awards on June 2 at the Huntington Theatre – is that rare breed, a show business quadruple threat.

DEAD INSIDE New Musical and More Set for Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company 46th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2025


Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company has revealed its 46th season, marking the final season programmed by Artistic Director Maria Manuela Goyanes before her departure from the Tony Award-winning company in September. Learn more!

Review: TREVOR NELSON'S SOUL CHRISTMAS, The Royal Albert Hall
by Mica Blackwell - Dec 17, 2024


Trevor Nelson's fifth Soul Christmas is a funky festive offering that showcases the communal power of music. Featuring a group of iconic soul and R'n'B singers doing what they do best, it was a joyous evening that lifted the Scroogiest of spirits.

Review: MOULIN ROUGE at Orpheum Memphis
by AniKatrina Fageol - Oct 30, 2024


Truth. Beauty. Freedom. Love. The Bohemian ideals combined with a spectacular medley of tunes, some incredible choreography, and a love story for the ages. 

HAMLET ON THE RUN Comes to The Tank Theater in August
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2024


FFP will present a one-hour version of William Shakespeare's tragic play Hamlet, Prince of Denmark re-titled Hamlet on the Run adapted by Frank Farrell, Mitch Webb and Thomas J. Donohoe II for four performances at 7pm, Thursday through Sunday, August 22 – 25, 2024 at the Tank Theater.

Crow's Theatre to Kick Off 41st Season With Ibsen's ROSMERSHOLM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 24, 2024


Crow's Theatre will begin its 41st season with Henrik Ibsen's drama ROSMERSHOLM, featuring Jonathon Young and V. Learn how to purchase tickets.

How You Know These HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Actors from the Stage
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 21, 2024


Whether you are Team Black or Team Green, there is probably a stage veteran on your side. Actors include Tony Award winners, current Broadway stars, and Royal Shakespeare Company members. Take a look here to find out which stars you may recognize from the theatre, including Gayle Rankin, Sir Simon Russell Beale, Eve Best, and more.

36th ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS Announces Selectees & Finalists
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2024


National Alliance for Musical Theatre has revealed the roster of new musicals for their 36th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, which is slated to take place on Thursday, October 24 and Friday, October 25, 2024, at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues).

Cast and Creative Team Announced for WAM Theatre's FRAGMENTS OF OUTSIDE
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 30, 2024


WAM Theatre has announced the ensemble of performers and designers who are collaborating to create the site-specific performance fragments of Outside. This special, one-time-only performance, conceived and directed by new Artistic Director Genée Coreno, is a celebration of WAM's 15th Anniversary.

Michael Stuhlbarg Will Return to Broadway in Peter Morgan's PATRIOTS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2024


Award-winning theatre, film, and television actor Michael Stuhlbarg will return to Broadway for the first time in almost 20 years to star in Patriots, the Almeida Theatre production of the timely new play by Peter Morgan. Learn more about the play here!

Meet the Cast of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2023


The Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, begins performances at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre tonight, Tuesday, December 19, 2023. Meet the cast of Prayer for the French Republic here!

Full Cast Set for the Broadway Premiere of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2023


The complete cast has been revealed for the Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

UNITYTX Releases New Album 'FERALITY'
by Michael Major - Sep 8, 2023


Produced by Andrew Wade (Wage War, A Day To Remember), FERALITY finds UNITYTX confronting the last few years head-on with a blistering cocktail of car crash energy, sludgy horror-show macabre, industrial metal sheen and sinister subliminality. The album features previously released singles 'ROC SH!T,” “LOST IN DAYZ,” and “DIAMOND DIEZ.

Interview: Reb Atadero, Vien King Prove There Are No Small Roles
by Jude Cartalaba - Aug 31, 2023


In Jonathan Larson’s semi-autobiographical musical, 'tick, tick…BOOM!' the character of Michael is loosely based on the composer-lyricist’s best friend Matt O’Grady.

UNITYTX Share New Single 'DIAMOND DIEZ'
by Michael Major - Aug 21, 2023


UNITYTX announced their new album FERALITY and shared singles “ROC SH!T” and “LOST IN DAYZ”. Produced by Andrew Wade (Wage War, A Day To Remember), FERALITY finds UNITYTX confronting the last few years head-on with a blistering cocktail of car crash energy, sludgy horror-show macabre, industrial metal sheen and sinister subliminality.

Off-Broadway Premiere of OUT OF THE APPLE ORCHARD Set for September at Actors Temple Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 11, 2023


Don't miss the Off-Broadway premiere of 'Out Of The Apple Orchard' at Actors Temple Theatre from September 10-14. Get ready to be captivated by this enchanting tale of forgiveness and new beginnings. Book your tickets now!

Lungs History

Other Productions of Lungs

2019   West End West End Premiere
West End
2020   Off-Broadway Brooklyn Academy of Music New York Premiere
Off-Broadway

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