


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
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 - 29 April 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.
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Venue Information
Fortune TheatreRussell Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2B 5HHCast Includes
Customer Reviews
1154 reviews4.3The seats have very little space. I am not exceptionally tall or fat, but my legs were pressing against the seat in front of us. i checked the other seats in the dress circle , they seemed the same. We sat in row C, seats 6 and 7. The seats cost £34 each. The play itself was good and the acting too.
Such a good show. My 17 year old son sent I really enjoyed it!!!
I was coming to the show as someone who knew very little about the storyline. However, I did know it was a ghost story (the publicity). Theatre was really nice. Not huge. I liked the way the two actors almost walked amongst, and the way the narrative was carried. It builds nicely. I have been fortunate to see around 35 shows since lockdown, and have a further 25 booked. I am usually entertained, and would recommend this production to those deciding on what to see. Good value for money. The actors are superb (the amount of dialogue to learn was amazing). Cleverly staged too!!!
Great story and great acting! Super creepy and captivating
Took my daughter for a day to the theatre as part of a birthday treat , got to the theatre and found they had upgraded our seats which was nice , loved the show.
Acting was very impressive
Incredible show! Only fault is how ridiculously small the women’s toilets are. Smaller than an airplane toilet.
Very good show but not much leg room in the circle upstairs and could do with air as very hot upstairs
Such a good show. This was my 3rd visit.
Very good play. Theatre nice but could do with some TLC.
I’ve seen many plays , some people may enjoy this bit I found it just dull and boring ..... thought it may be bit scary as well .... which it was not ..... would not recommend ... 30 odd years .... how !
Superb acting was brilliant loved it
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