Every love story has a final chapter
Alfie and Julie’s love story has been one of music, laughter, and heartache. On one early morning in June, they must write their ending.
Clive Owen (Closer) is Alfie and Saskia Reeves (Slow Horses) is Julie in this touching and funny play of a life well lived.
Following the critically acclaimed Beginning and Middle, End is the final play in David Eldridge’s trilogy exploring love and relationships. Lyric Hammersmith Theatre Artistic Director Rachel O’Riordan (Romeo and Julie) directs.
For assisted performances, please book directly through the National Theatre.
13th November, 2025
20th December, 2025
By: David Eldridge
Director: Rachel O’Riordan
Cast list: Clive Owen, Saskia Reeves
Sets: Gary McCann
Costumes: Gary McCann
Lighting: Sally Ferguson
Sound: Donato Wharton
Location: National
Railway station: Waterloo
Bus numbers: 1, 4, 26, 59, 68, 76, 139, 168, 171, 172, 176, 188, 243, 341, 521, X68
Car park: National Theatre basement, accessed from Upper Ground Opening times: 6am to 12 midnight (Mon – Fri) and 7am to 12 midnight (Sat and Sun)
Directions from tube: The National Theatre is on the South Bank, just minutes from Covent Garden, the West End and Waterloo. The main entrance is on the riverside walkway.
Alfie and Julie’s love story has been one of music, laughter, and heartache. On one early morning in June, they must write their ending.
End is at London's Dorfman Theatre, which is located at National Theatre, South Bank, London, SE1 9PX.
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