Bacchae Tickets
About Bacchae
Don't miss the world premiere of the freshly reimagined Greek classic Bacchae at the National Theatre. Book Bacchae tickets on TodayTix.
See the talented cast led by James McArdle (Mare of Easttown), Clare Perkins (EastEnders), Ukweli Roach (Blindspot), and Sharon Small (The Inspector Lynley Mysteries). The cast also includes Melanie-Joyce Bermudez, Ebony Clarke, Natasha Gooden, Sam Jenkins-Shaw, Kate Ivory Jordan, Arethajay McEwen, Fi Silverthorn, Simon Startin, Jessey Stol, Roman Asde, Elèna Gyasi, Reuben Johnson, Tyreke Leslie, Natasha Magigi, Ellie McKay, Ellie-May Sheridan, Anna Russell-Martin, and Amanda Wilkin.
Together, they tell the story of Euripides' classic tragedy in a whole new way. The Bacchae aren't about to let the men have all the fun, and all of Thebes needs to prepare for these stage-storming women. At the same time, their god Dionysos is participating in his family's Olympics, and he strives to show he is much more than just the god of rhyme, wine, and fun. This groundbreaking new production expertly balances rhyme, spoken word, movement, and music to transport audiences to Thebes.
Venue
Categories
Age
Ages 14+.
Start date
13th September, 2025
End date
1st November, 2025
Bacchae cast and creative team
Director: Indhu Rubasingham
Choreography: Kate Prince
Cast list: Melanie-Joyce Bermudez, Kate Ivory Jordan, Arethajay McEwen, Clare Perkins, Ukweli Roach, Fi Silverthorn, Simon Startin, Jessey Stol
Sets: Robert Jones
Costumes: Robert Jones
Lighting: Oliver Fenwick
Sound: Ben and Max Ringham
Venue
Olivier Theatre
Directions
Location: Fringe/Off West End
Railway station: Waterloo
Bus numbers: (Waterloo Road) 1, 4, 26, 59, 68, 76, 139, 168, 171, 172, 176, 188, 243, 341, 521, RV1, X68
Night bus numbers: (Waterloo Road) 139, 176, 188, 243, 341, N1, N68, N76, N171, N343
Car park: National Theatre, Upper Ground (1min)
Directions from tube: (10mins) Follow signs for exits to the South Bank. This should lead you to an underground pedestrian passage called ‘Sutton Walk’ that emerges at the South Bank. Turn right and walk along the river Thames until you see the National Theatre.
More information about Bacchae
Bacchae in London is written by Nima Taleghani (Hearstopper) and directed by Indhu Rubasingham, this is her first show as the new director of the National Theatre.
“I can't wait to get into the rehearsal room and create my first show as Director of The National Theatre, beginning this new chapter,” Rubasingham said. “Nima's energetic retelling of Euripides' ancient tragedy is an exhilarating debut play,that will fill the amphitheatre of the Olivier with spoken word and rhyme. Bacchae will be a riot of words, music and movement."
Bacchae is a play with an excellent creative team, which includes set and costume design by Robert Jones, choreography by Kate Prince, lighting design by Oliver Fenwick, composition by DJ Walde, sound design by Ben and Max Ringham, and fight direction by Kate Waters.
What to watch for
- This production will be recorded for a future streaming release through National Theatre at Home.
- Following its National Theatre run, Bacchae will be adapted by Taleghani before it tours secondary schools and colleges under the direction of Hannah Hauer-King.
- This Greek tragedy inspired the name of the American punk rock band, Bacchae.
- In 2013, Shakespeare’s Globe staged a musical adaptation of Bacchae written by Ché Walker.
Frequently asked questions
What is Bacchae about?
Don't miss the world premiere of the freshly reimagined Greek classic Bacchae at the National Theatre. James McArdle (Mare of Easttown), Clare Perkins (EastEnders), Ukweli Roach (Blindspot), and Sharon Small (The Inspector Lynley Mysteries) star in this play that tells the story of Euripides' classic tragedy in a whole new way.
How do you get tickets for Bacchae?
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Which theatre is Bacchae at?
Bacchae is at London's Olivier Theatre, which is located at National Theatre, South Bank, London, SE1 9PX.
What is the age recommendation for Bacchae?
Ages 14+.
How much are tickets for Bacchae?
Bacchae tickets start at £29.
Who wrote Bacchae?
Euripides wrote the original play while Nima Taleghani wrote this staging.
Who directed Bacchae?
Indhu Rubasingham directs the show.
Is Bacchae appropriate for kids?
This play is best for children ages 14 and above as it includes some strong language, as well as themes and scenes of a sexual nature, and death and violence.
Is Bacchae good?
Bacchae is an exciting new adaptation of the classic Greek tragedy of the same name. This show balances rhyme, spoken word, movement, and music with a talented cast and creative team.
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