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Theatre Shows Closing in May 2026

Dear Jack, Dear Louise

Arcola Theatre | Until 2 May 2026

Written by Kit Withington and directed by Bush Theatre Associate Director Katie Greenall, this is a heartrending exploration of grief told through the perspective of a daughter trying to move on while family secrets rise to the surface. Catch it before it closes mid-month.

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Iphigenia

Arcola Theatre | Until 2 May 2026

Written by Kit Withington and directed by Bush Theatre Associate Director Katie Greenall, this is a heartrending exploration of grief told through the perspective of a daughter trying to move on while family secrets rise to the surface. Catch it before it closes mid-month.

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My Uncle Is Not Pablo Escobar

Brixton House | Until 3 May 2026

Written by Kit Withington and directed by Bush Theatre Associate Director Katie Greenall, this is a heartrending exploration of grief told through the perspective of a daughter trying to move on while family secrets rise to the surface. Catch it before it closes mid-month.

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A Mirrored Monet

Charing Cross Theatre | Until 9 May 2026

Written by Kit Withington and directed by Bush Theatre Associate Director Katie Greenall, this is a heartrending exploration of grief told through the perspective of a daughter trying to move on while family secrets rise to the surface. Catch it before it closes mid-month.

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In The Print

Kings Head Theatre | Until 3 May 2026

Written by Kit Withington and directed by Bush Theatre Associate Director Katie Greenall, this is a heartrending exploration of grief told through the perspective of a daughter trying to move on while family secrets rise to the surface. Catch it before it closes mid-month.

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The Holy Rosenbergs

Menier Chocolate Factory | Until 2 May 2026

Written by Kit Withington and directed by Bush Theatre Associate Director Katie Greenall, this is a heartrending exploration of grief told through the perspective of a daughter trying to move on while family secrets rise to the surface. Catch it before it closes mid-month.

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Two Halves of Guinness

Park Theatre | Until 2 May 2026

Written by Kit Withington and directed by Bush Theatre Associate Director Katie Greenall, this is a heartrending exploration of grief told through the perspective of a daughter trying to move on while family secrets rise to the surface. Catch it before it closes mid-month.

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Lifeline

Southwark Playhouse | Until 2 May 2026

Written by Kit Withington and directed by Bush Theatre Associate Director Katie Greenall, this is a heartrending exploration of grief told through the perspective of a daughter trying to move on while family secrets rise to the surface. Catch it before it closes mid-month.

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Invisible Me

Southwark Playhouse | Until 2 May 2026

Written by Kit Withington and directed by Bush Theatre Associate Director Katie Greenall, this is a heartrending exploration of grief told through the perspective of a daughter trying to move on while family secrets rise to the surface. Catch it before it closes mid-month.

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The Authenticator

National Theatre | Until 9 May 2026

Written by Kit Withington and directed by Bush Theatre Associate Director Katie Greenall, this is a heartrending exploration of grief told through the perspective of a daughter trying to move on while family secrets rise to the surface. Catch it before it closes mid-month.

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A Doll’s House

Bush Theatre, Shepherd’s Bush | Until 16 May 2026

Written by Kit Withington and directed by Bush Theatre Associate Director Katie Greenall, this is a heartrending exploration of grief told through the perspective of a daughter trying to move on while family secrets rise to the surface. Catch it before it closes mid-month.

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Heart Wall

Bush Theatre, Shepherd’s Bush | Until 16 May 2026

Written by Kit Withington and directed by Bush Theatre Associate Director Katie Greenall, this is a heartrending exploration of grief told through the perspective of a daughter trying to move on while family secrets rise to the surface. Catch it before it closes mid-month.

Please Please Me

Kiln Theatre, Kilburn | Until 23 May 2026

The electrifying story of The Beatles’ meteoric rise told through the eyes of their beloved manager Brian Epstein — the unsung, gay “Fifth Beatle.” Starring Calam Lynch, this is one of the most talked-about off-West End productions of the spring.

FLYBY — A New Musical

Southwark Playhouse Borough | Until 16 May 2026

A heartbreaking new musical about love, loss, and space travel. Engineer Daniel leaves his old love Emily behind to embark on a mysterious journey, told through flashbacks and space logs. Written by Theo Jamieson — tender, original, and not to be missed before it closes.

Between the River and the Sea

Royal Court Theatre | Until 9 May 2026

Isabella Sedlak and Yousef Sweid’s powerful new play is in its final days this month. Catch it before it closes on 9 May.

One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest

The Old Vic | Until 23 May 2026

Aaron Pierre and Giles Terera lead Clint Dyer’s bold new adaptation of Ken Kesey’s iconic novel. Already winning rave reviews, this powerful reimagining reframes the story of systemic oppression for modern audiences. Don’t miss it in its final weeks.

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