The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre in London has announced casting for the world premiere production of Relics.
Directed by Michael Longhurst (Next to Normal, Woman in Mind), and written by Ben Ockrent (Honey, Edmund The Magnificent), Relics is playing at the Lyric Hammersmith from 18 June to 18 July 2026.
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The cast of Relics
The world premiere cast of Relics in London will feature:
- Sally Phillips (Bridget Jones, Miranda, Smack The Pony) as Olivia
- JJ Feild (Jack Ryan, Little Disasters, A Midsummer Night’s Dream) as Jonny
- Charly Clive (Rooster, The Lazarus Project) as Michelle
- Sam Swainsbury (Mum, 2:22 A Ghost Story) as Rob
A darkly comic family drama
Ben Ockrent’s Relics is billed as a darkly comic family drama about the legacies we inherit, the choices we make, and the heartbreaking compromise of growing up.
When four siblings reunite at their recently deceased mother’s home with the intention of divvying up her possessions, a long-buried family secret explodes out into the open – challenging everything they thought they knew about themselves and each other.
“I’m excited to start rehearsing Ben Ockrent’s brilliant new play with this amazing group of actors. I think Ben has mined that primal, excruciatingly recognisable, tendency in us all to regress when forced to return to the family home. And what’s more fun than siblings behaving badly?” – Michael Longhurst (Director)
The wider Relics creative team includes Set & Costume Designer Joanna Scotcher, Lighting Designer Simisola Majekodunmi, Sound Designer Dan Balfour, Casting Director Anna Cooper CDG and Fight Director Bret Yount.
Lyric Hammersmith is producing the show alongside Francesca Moody Productions and Chalk Hills.
Book tickets for Relics at the Lyric Hammersmith in London.
Plan your visit
- Venue: Lyric Hammersmith Theatre, London
- Dates: 18 June to 18 July 2026
- Tickets: Now on sale
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