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THE WINNER OF THE 2008 EVENING STANDARD AWARD FOR BEST MUSICAL RETURNS

★ ★ ★ ★
'If you want to see a theatre at maximum throttle, head to the Young Vic.'
The Daily Telegraph

After a sell-out run in 2008, this unique award-winning musical makes a triumphant return for 14 performances. Share 24 hours in the life of a 1940's New York City tenement on a hot summer's day with an eighty-strong cast, full choir and orchestra.

A glorious blend of Broadway musical and American opera, Street Scene won the first ever Tony Award for Weill, confirming him as one of the 20th century's most original and popular composers. His score features scintillating show tunes, operatic arias, jazz, the blues and spirituals. Adapted by Elmer Rice from his Pulitzer Prize-winning play, with lyrics by the great poet of Harlem Langston Hughes.

Featuring the BBC Concert Orchestra conducted by Keith Lockhart (15 – 20 Sept) and Southbank Sinfonia Touring conducted by Tim Murray (22 Sept – 1 Oct).

‘An extraordinary musical.' 
Evening Standard

‘A show of such passion and power… a show that deserves to be seen.' 
The Guardian

Performances

7:30pm (7pm 20 Sept)
Wednesday & Saturday matinees (28 Sept, 1 Oct): 2:30pm
Saturday matinee 24 Sept: 2pm

Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes (including an interval)

Tickets

Tickets: £10, £17.50, £25, £29.50
Previews: (15 - 18 Sept) £10 & £17.50

A limited number of discounts are available for each performance. Early booking is advised.

Tour dates

25 & 26 Sep Theater an der Wien, Vienna
4 Oct The Anvil, Basingstoke
7 – 8 Oct Edinburgh Festival Theatre
11 – 12 Oct The Riverfront Theatre, Newport
14 & 15 Oct Hull Truck Theatre

Food & drink

The Cut Bar & Restaurant at the Young Vic serves an inspired mix of classic and original play-themed dishes create an exciting menu from fresh, free-range and organic ingredients. 

Visit The Cut Bar's website.