The Car Man tickets
About The Car Man
Matthew Bourne’s award-winning The Car Man is back! Loosely based on Bizet’s ever-popular opera, The Car Man has one of the most thrilling and instantly recognisable scores in New Adventures’ repertoire.
The familiar 19th Century Spanish cigarette factory becomes a greasy 1950s garage-diner in the American Mid-West where the dreams and passions of a small-town are shattered by the arrival of a handsome and enigmatic stranger. Fuelled by heat and desire, the inhabitants are driven into an unstoppable spiral of greed, lust, betrayal and revenge.
Matthew Bourne’s vivid storytelling combines with one of the most passionately dramatic scores ever written, with music by Terry Davies featuring Rodion Shchedrin’s Carmen Suite (after Bizet’s Carmen), to create a dance thriller like no other.
The Car Man will ignite your senses and leave you breathless.
Run time
1hr 55 min. Incl. 1 Interval.
Venue
Categories
Age
Age 12+. Children under 5 are not permitted into the theatre
Start date
28th July, 2026
End date
29th August, 2026
“Sultry, sensational dance theatre that leaves audiences buzzing”
Matthew Bourne's Scorching Dance Masterpiece
Audiences are absolutely captivated by this sultry, sensational production that combines inventive choreography with passionate storytelling. Matthew Bourne's genius shines through every moment, with ...
What It Feels Like
- Hot and sultry
- Electrifying
- Deeply absorbing
You’ll Love This If…
- You enjoy passionate, inventive choreography
- You appreciate sexy, dramatic storytelling through dance
- You love being swept up in thrilling theatrical spectacle
A sexy afternoon. Grab a ticket to be in awe of the agility and sensuality of the ensemble
Incredible dancing, and clever choreography. Amazing set and the use of it choreographically, as well as lighting and costume. Story conveyed well even if no speaking . Loved it .
Fabulous, thrilling and inventive.
Venue
Directions
Location: Fringe/Off West End
Railway station: King's Cross St Pancras
Bus numbers: Rosebery Avenue 19, 38, 341. Upper Street 4, 43, 56, 153. Pentonville Road 30, 205, 214, 394, 476
Night bus numbers: Rosebery Avenue N19, N38, N41, 341. Upper Street 43. Pentonville Road 205, 214, N73
Car park: Bowling Green Lane (8mins)
Directions from tube: Angel Station (5mins) Take Upper St towards the City Road crossroads. Continue straight and turn right into Rosebery Avenue, where the theatre is 100m down on the right.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Car Man about?
Matthew Bourne’s award-winning The Car Man is back! Loosely based on Bizet’s ever-popular opera, The Car Man has one of the most thrilling and instantly recognisable scores in New Adventures’ repertoire.
What is the running time of The Car Man?
The Car Man runs for 1hr 55 min. Incl. 1 Interval.
Which theatre is The Car Man at?
The Car Man is at London's Sadler's Wells, which is located at Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4TN.
How much are tickets for The Car Man?
The Car Man tickets start at £18.
What is the age recommendation for The Car Man?
Age 12+. Children under 5 are not permitted into the theatre
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