Darkling tickets
About Darkling
Linnea Berthelsen (Stranger Things) makes her UK stage debut in this ferocious solo play based on the real events of the Bhopal Gas Disaster, also known as India’s Chernobyl.
"I walk home. The skyline is changed. The skeleton is fast becoming a huge metal creature. They have built a behemoth here."
Bhopal. India. 1984.
Born under a blue sky in a city of lakes, a girl grows up in the shadow of a giant factory offering promises of a better life.
Then comes the night that tears everything apart.
Lyrical and damning, this epic story of a life ravaged by ecological disaster is written by Titas Halder (Foal, Finborough) and directed by Olivier Award winner Matthew Xia (Tambo & Bones, ATC / Stratford East).
Audio Described:
- Thursday, 15th October, 7.30pm
Run time
1hr. 30min. No Interval.
Venue
Categories
Age
Ages 14+.
Start date
5th September, 2026
End date
24th October, 2026
Outstanding monologue from a talented actress. Maybe the early scenes could be slightly shorter
Historic and Daring. Best show ever!!
Atmospheric. Captivating. Cannot be described.
Darkling cast and creative team
By: Titas Halder
Director: Matthew Xia
Venue
Directions
Location: Fringe/Off West End
Railway station: Shepherd's Bush
Bus numbers: Shepherd's Bush Market Station (Stop R) 207, 260, 283, 607
Upcoming performances
Frequently asked questions
Is Darkling playing in the West End or Off-West End?
Darkling is Off West End.
How long is Darkling on for?
Tickets for Darkling are available through 24 October 2026 — check the calendar for the latest availability.
What are audiences saying about Darkling?
Audiences have given Darkling a Show-Score of 85/100 — Excellent, based on 37 audience reviews. Read audience reviews.
Who is the director of Darkling?
Matthew Xia is the director of Darkling.
Who is the writer of Darkling?
The writer of Darkling is Titas Halder.
How do you get tickets for Darkling?
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What is the running time of Darkling?
Darkling runs for 1hr. 30min. No Interval.
Which theatre is Darkling at?
Darkling is at London's Bush Theatre, which is located at 7 Uxbridge Road, Shepherd's Bush, London, W12 8LJ.
What is the age recommendation for Darkling?
Ages 14+.
How much are tickets for Darkling?
Darkling tickets start at £13.
What is Darkling about?
Born under a blue sky in a city of lakes, a girl grows up with her father and sister. The three of them together, always.
But as she grows, the land begins to change. A giant factory rises over her town. Her mother always wanted more for them - now the girl wants more too.
