A Raisin in the Sun Tickets
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Don’t miss Lorraine Hansberry’s groundbreaking multi-award-winning play, A Raisin in the Sun, at Lyric Hammersmith Theatre. A Book A Raisin in the Sun tickets on TodayTix.
See the tale that has captivated audiences since its 1959 Broadway debut. The play tells the story of a black family living in Chicago. After their father dies, his life insurance could be life-changing for the family. However, everyone has differing opinions on how to use the money. The play, which was nominated for four 1960 Tony Awards, explores themes of racism, housing discrimination, and assimilation.
A Raisin in the Sun is a play with an exceptional cast starring Joséphine-Fransilja Brookman (A Pigment of Your Imagination), Cash Holland (A Streetcar Named Desire), Solomon Israel (Jitney), Jonah Russell (Arms and the Man), Doreene Blackstock (Sex Education), Gilbert Kyem Jnr (The Milkmans Purpose), and Kenneth Omole (Barber Shop Chronicles).
Run time
2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
Venue
Categories
Age
Ages 14+.
Start date
8th October, 2024
End date
2nd November, 2024
Venue
Directions
Location: Fringe/Off West End
Railway station: West Brompton
Bus numbers: 190, 266, 267, 391, H91
Night bus numbers: N9, N11
More information about A Raisin in the Sun
The title of A Raisin in the Sun comes from Langston Hughes's poem, Harlem. From the first time this play was staged, it broke barriers as Lorraine Hansberry was the first black woman playwright to have a play produced on Broadway, and director Lloyd Richards was the first black director of a Broadway play.
Since its premiere, it's been staged numerous times, including its West End debut on 4 August 1959. The play was also adapted into a musical titled Raisin that ran on Broadway from October 1973 to December 1975. The story has also been adapted for television, film, and radio, including the 2016 BBC Radio Play version of A Raisin in the Sun.
A Raisin in the Sun in London has an excellent creative team, including Tinuke Craig (The Color Purple), lighting designer Joshua Pharo (Cinderella), costume designer Maybelle Laye (A Strange Loop), wigs hair and make-up designer Dominique Hamilton (A Strange Loop), set designer Cécile Trémolières (The Monstrous Heart), composer and sound designer Max Pappenheim (Blackout Songs), and fight and intimacy director Haruka Kuroda (Life After Life).
What to watch for
- In 1959, the New York Drama Critics' Circle named A Raisin in the Sun the year's best play.
- Time Out listed this play as number eight on their 50 Best Plays of All Time list.
- In the 1950s, A Raisin in the Sun was considered a risky investment because all but one character was black. Because of this, it took producer Philip Rose 18 months to raise the funds to launch the show.
- The original Broadway cast starred in a 1961 film version of A Raisin in the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
What is A Raisin in the Sun about?
The groundbreaking smash hit drama, A Raisin in the Sun, by Lorraine Hansberry, returns to the London stage at Lyric Hammersmith Theatre. This play tells the story of a black family in Chicago moving to a new neighbourhood following the loss of their father.
How do you get tickets for A Raisin in the Sun?
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Which theatre is A Raisin in the Sun at?
A Raisin in the Sun is at London's Lyric Hammersmith, which is located at King Street, Lyric Square, London, W6 0QL.
What is the age recommendation for A Raisin in the Sun?
Ages 14+.
What is the running time of A Raisin in the Sun?
A Raisin in the Sun runs for 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
Who wrote A Raisin in the Sun?
This play is by Lorraine Hansberry.
Who directed A Raisin in the Sun?
Tunuke Craig directs the show.
Is A Raisin in the Sun appropriate for kids?
A Raisin in the Sun is ideal for children ages 14 and above as it includes strong language, sexual content, reference to abortion, and themes and scenes related to racism.
Is A Raisin in the Sun good?
Sixty-five years after its Broadway premiere, A Raisin in the Sun is a beloved play with themes that resonate with audiences. With a gripping story including moments of drama and humour, as well as a talented cast and creative team, this isn’t a play you want to miss.
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