Lyric Hammersmith

General information

The Lyric Hammersmith is one of the UK’s leading producing theatres. Over its hundred and twenty five year history it has been responsible for creating some of the UK’s most adventurous and acclaimed theatrical work. It has also gained a national reputation for its work with and for children and young people. Recent productions include the smash hit Bugsy Malone, Ghost Stories which transferred to the West End and has toured the world and the Olivier award-winning Blasted.

The Lyric’s dual commitment to producing the highest quality contemporary theatre, alongside nurturing the creativity of young people is what makes it unique within the cultural ecology of the UK. It is a local theatre rooted in its community with a national and international reputation for the quality and innovation of its artistic work.

The Lyric recently completed a £20million capital project which is the most significant cultural development to take place in West London for decades. It includes the creation of the Reuben Foundation Wing which houses a wide range of new facilities including dance, recording, film & TV studios, a 54 seat cinema and a digital playspace which will expand the Lyric’s work with young people, emerging and professional artists.