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The Pillowman

Ages: 12+
Closing: September 02, 2023

The Pillowman - 2023 West End History , Info & More

Duke of York's Theatre
St Martin's Ln, Charing Cross, London WC2N 4BG, United Kingdom London WC2N 4BG

In a totalitarian state a writer is questioned by the authorities about a spate of murders that bear similarities to her short stories. Is this life imitating art or something more sinister?

This black comedy widely regarded as one of the greatest plays of the past 25 years, examines the role of the artist in society and asks what price do we pay for freedom of expression.

With an all-star cast including Lily Allen, Steve Pemberton, Paul Kaye, and Matthew Tennyson, Matthew Dunster directs the first major revival of Martin McDonagh’s electrifying and savagely funny Olivier award-winning play, The Pillowman at the intimate Duke of York’s Theatre for a strictly limited season.

__Assisted Performances__

-Captioned: 2nd August – 7.30pm

-Audio Described: July 25th – 7.30pm


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Counting Up the Tony Awards Already Won by the 2026 Nominees
by Nicole Rosky - May 23, 2026


The 2026 Tony nominees are already winners... literally. For some, this marks their first nomination, but others have already won Tony Awards in seasons past. We took a look at which nominees have won at least a Tony or two (or four!) - amongst them, they've gathered a total 64 awards.

THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN to Be Presented at Gamm Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2026


The Gamm Theatre will present Martin McDonagh's acclaimed play The Cripple of Inishmaan. This production offers audiences a deep dive into the complexities of life on the small Irish island of Inishmaan through the eyes of its quirky inhabitants.

3Arts Unveils Six Recipients Of $50,000 Next Level Awards For Visual And Teaching Artists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2025


​3Arts has revealed the recipients of its 3Arts Next Level Awards—$50,000 unrestricted awards given to past 3Arts awardees—during the festive 3Arts Awards Celebration held last night at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance.

Full Cast Set For The World Premiere Of HIGH NOON
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025


Joining Emmy and Tony Award-winner Billy Crudup and Olivier Award-winner Denise Gough are Billy Howle, Rosa Salazar, Simon Chandler, James Doherty, Misha Handley, Joshua Hill, Jonah Russell, Rebecca Lee and Tim Steed.

Jonathan Dauermann Joins PERFECT CRIME At The Theater Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2025


Jonathan Dauermann will make his Off-Broadway debut in the company of NYC's Longest Running Play, Perfect Crime, at the Anne L. Bernstein Theater. He joins the cast in the role of Lionel McAuley. 

HIGH NOON Starring Billy Crudup and Denise Gough Will Premiere at The Harold Pinter Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2025


The World Premiere of the play HIGH NOON, starring Emmy and Tony Award-winner Billy Crudup as Will Kane and Olivier Award-winner Denise Gough as Amy Fowler, opens in December.

Video: Jeff Goldblum Stars In Dodie's Video for ‘I Feel Bad For You, Dave’
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 19, 2025


dodie has debuted the video for her new single ‘I Feel Bad For You, Dave,’ featuring a cameo by Wicked star Jeff Goldblum. The song is the second to be taken from her second album. Check out the video now!

THE HUNGER GAMES: ON STAGE Finds Full Company
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2025


The full company for the first-ever stage adaptation of Suzanne Collins’s internationally acclaimed book The Hunger Games and Lionsgate’s hit motion picture of the same name has been revealed.

Counting Up the Tony Awards Already Won by the 2025 Nominees
by Nicole Rosky - May 24, 2025


We took a look at which 2025 Tony nominees have won at least a Tony or two (or eight!) - amongst them, they've gathered a total 77 awards. Check out who'll be looking to add even more hardware to their Tony shelf at this year's ceremony.

Jeff Goldblum Releases Jazz Album Featuring Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande & More
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 25, 2025


Jeff Goldblum, who stars as The Wizard in the two-part adaptation of Wicked, has set the release of a new album, featuring musical selections performed by Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Scarlett Johansson and more. Listen to it now!

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by Josh Sharpe - Mar 27, 2025


Refracted Theatre Company has shared its 2025 season, including Dream Hou$e, written by Eliana Pipes and directed by Laura Alcalá Baker, and Role Call, Refracted’s series of free, community reading series.

Meet the Cast of STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW, Now on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2025


Performances are now underway for the Broadway production of Stranger Things: The First Shadow. The production began performances Friday, March 28, 2025 and officially opened Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at Broadway’s Marquis Theatre. Meet the cast!

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by Drew Eberhard - Mar 14, 2025


This evening, or rather last evening, during their “Final Preview,” I was once again regaled to my seat with baited breath as I waited for the lights to fall on McDonagh’s masterpiece and, forthrightly, my favorite play, The Pillowman.

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by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2025


Martin McDonagh's The Pillowman is on stage through April 6 at the Straz Center, where Jobsite is resident theater company. Learn more about the show here!

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by Joshua Wright - Feb 26, 2025


The first-ever live stage adaptation of Suzanne Collins’ internationally acclaimed worldwide box office phenomenon THE HUNGER GAMES has teased a new announcement, coming tomorrow. The stage adaptation has previously announced a UK run in Autumn 2024 which never materialized.

Edward Albee's THE GOAT Reboots The 'From A To Zoo' Staged Reading Series in Teaneck
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2025


In association with The Estate of Edward Albee, Black Box will present a staged reading of Edward Albee's THE GOAT (2002) this month. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!

Photos: Brie Larson, Stockard Channing, and More in ELEKTRA
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2024


All new photos have been released from the rehearsal room of ELEKTRA, the UK Premiere production of the translation by award winning poet Anne Carson of Sophokles’s play. Check out the photos here!

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2024


The the full cast has been revealed for ELEKTRA, the UK Premiere production of the translation by award winning poet Anne Carson of Sophokles’s electrifying play. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Stockard Channing, Marième Diouf, and More Join Brie Larson in ELEKTRA
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2024


Further casting has been announced for ELEKTRA, the UK Premiere production of the translation by award winning poet Anne Carson of Sophokles’s play. Learn more about who will star alongside Brie Larson.

Beloved Holiday Tradition A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns To ACT
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 3, 2024


ACT Contemporary Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for the 49th year of the beloved theatrical classic, A Christmas Carol. Originally adapted for the stage in 1976 by ACT founder Gregory Falls, this season's production will see the return of Seattle actor Darragh Kennan in the iconic role of Ebenezer Scrooge.

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by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2024


The theatre and television industries gathered on Thursday, October 10 to celebrate 12-time Tony Award-winning producer Robert L. Boyett as he received the honor of a caricature on the hallowed walls of Sardi’s Restaurant. See photos from the event!

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2024


Robert L. Boyett, one of Broadway’s most prolific and beloved producers and a creator, writer, and producer of some of the best loved television programs of all time, will receive the honor of a caricature on the wall of Sardi’s Restaurant. Learn more about Boyett's career!

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by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2024


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by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2024


Monica Kobayashi, an overachiever juggling her role as a ballet dancer, finance consultant, and more, struggles to secure an artist visa while facing immense societal and familial pressure from her more-than-typical Asian parents.

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by Sidney Paterra - Jun 14, 2024


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The Pillowman FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long has The Pillowman been running on the West End?
The Pillowman opened at the Duke of York's Theatre on Monday Jun 12, 2023 and has now been running for 2 months.

The Pillowman History

Other Productions of The Pillowman

2005   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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2020   West End West End Production
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2023   West End
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