The Weir Tickets
About The Weir
Don’t miss Oscar, BAFTA, Golden Globe-nominated, and Emmy-winning actor Brendan Gleeson (The Banshees of Inisherin, Harry Potter, Paddington 2) making his West End debut in the beloved drama, The Weir. Book The Weir tickets on TodayTix.
Alongside Gleeson, the exceptional cast includes Owen McDonnell, Seán McGinley, Kate Phillips, and Tom Vaughan-Lawlor.
Together, they tell a gripping story that expertly blends human emotion and the supernatural. It all begins on a windswept night when a group of four men spend an evening at their local remote pub. When a newcomer, Valerie, joins them, they seek to impress her with their stories, but soon secrets and deeply personal stories are revealed.
There is no entry for latecomers and no readmittance if leaving the auditorium after the show has started.
Audio Described:
- Saturday, 18th October, 2:30pm
Captioned:
- Saturday, 25th October, 2:30pm
Run time
1hr 45min. No Interval.
Categories
Age
Ages 12+.
Start date
12th September, 2025
End date
6th December, 2025
The Weir cast and creative team
By: Conor McPherson
Director: Conor McPherson
Cast list: Brendan Gleeson as Jack, Owen McDonnell as Brendan, Seán McGinley as Jim, Kate Phillips as Valerie and Tom Vaughan-Lawlor as Finbar
Venue
Directions
Location: West End
Railway station: Charing Cross
Bus numbers: (Haymarket) 3, 6, 12, 13, 19, 23, 38, 88, 139; (Piccadilly Circus) 14, 22, 94
Night bus numbers: (Haymarket) 6, 12, 23, 139, 88, N3, N13, N18, N19, N38, N97, N136, N550, N551; (Piccadilly Circus) 14, 94, N22
Car park: Leicester Square, Whitcomb Street (1min)
Directions from tube: (3mins) Take Coventry Street up to Oxendon Road; the theatre is 100 metres along on the right.
More information about The Weir
The Weir in London is by Conor McPherson (Girl from the North Country, The Brightening Air, The Hunger Games on Stage). This play was first staged in 1997, and almost 30 years later, it’s become a beloved piece of theatre. For the first time ever, McPherson is going to also be the one directing this play.
“I couldn’t be happier to be working with this brilliant cast. It’s always exciting embarking on a new production but to revisit The Weir in the company of these particularly accomplished artists feels like a singular privilege and I look forward to sharing this story with audiences in Dublin and London very soon,” McPherson said.
The Weir is a play that has been staged countless times since its premiere.
The New York Stage Review said of the most recent Irish Repertory staging, "The current revival is so successful that audiences sold on it will undoubtedly look forward to a next return.”
What to watch for
- McPherson drew inspiration for this play from stories that his grandfather recounted.
- Michael Billington, a critic for The Guardian, listed The Weir in his 2015 book ‘The 101 Greatest Plays: From Antiquity to the Present.’
- The Weir earned an Olivier Award in 1999 for Best New Play.
- In a poll conducted by the Royal National Theatre, London, The Weir was voted to be one of the most significant plays of the 20th century.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Weir about?
Don’t miss Oscar, BAFTA, Golden Globe-nominated, and Emmy-winning actor Brendan Gleeson (The Banshees of Inisherin, Harry Potter, Paddington 2) making his West End debut in the beloved drama, The Weir. This is a play that highlights the power of storytelling and shows the need for human connection.
How do you get tickets for The Weir?
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What is the running time of The Weir?
The Weir runs for 1hr 45min. No Interval.
Which theatre is The Weir at?
The Weir is at London's Harold Pinter Theatre, which is located at 6 Panton Street, London, SW1Y 4DN.
What is the age recommendation for The Weir?
Ages 12+.
How much are tickets for The Weir?
The Weir tickets start at £28.
Who wrote The Weir?
Conor McPherson wrote the play.
Who directed The Weir?
Conor McPherson directs the show.
Is The Weir appropriate for kids?
This play is ideal for those ages 12 and above.
Is The Weir good?
The Weir is a beloved, award-winning play that remains as captivating today as it was during its premiere almost 30 years ago. This new staging marks McPherson’s first time directing the show, and it stars Oscar, BAFTA, Golden Globe-nominated, and Emmy-winning actor Brendan Gleeson (The Banshees of Inisherin, Harry Potter, Paddington 2), making his West End debut.
