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  • Venue Southwark Playhouse Borough, London
  • Performance dates 16 September 2026 - 17 October 2026
  • Running time Approx. 2 hours 20 minutes (including interval)
  • Age guidelines 12+

The world premiere production of Patrick Hamilton’s Twenty Thousand Streets Under the Sky, in a thrilling new stage adaptation.

From Troupe, the creators of the acclaimed stage adaptation of The Forsyte Saga Parts 1 and 2, don’t miss this epic tale set in 1920s London.

Adapted from the classic novel by Patrick Hamilton, famed author of Gaslight, Rope and Hangover Square, Twenty Thousand Streets Under the Sky is darkly humorous and devastating, and a love letter to 1920s Jazz Age London in all its grimy glory.

This stylish and atmospheric world premiere is adapted by Simon Reade (Private Peaceful) and directed by Off-West End Award winner Matthew Iliffe (Bacon).

Twenty Thousand Streets Under the Sky is playing at Southwark Playhouse Borough in London from 16 September to 17 October 2026.

‘But I want you – I must have you.’

London, 1929. In the seedy Midnight Bell pub, barman Bob dreams of becoming a writer, while barmaid Ella dreams of being with Bob. When Bob becomes obsessed with alluring prostitute Jenny Maple, he fritters his life’s savings on trying to rescue her. But there is more to the intriguing Jenny than meets the eye…

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Who are the creative team of Twenty Thousand Streets Under the Sky?

  • Based on the novel by Patrick Hamilton
  • Adapted by Simon Reade
  • Directed by Matthew Iliffe
  • Produced by Troupe

Important Notes

Show Guidance: This production contains depictions of addiction and sexism.

Access performances: Captioned Performance – Wednesday 30 September, 7pm

Venue Information

Southwark Playhouse Borough , 77-85 Newington Causeway, London, SE1 6BD

Nearest Tube or Train: Elephant & Castle (Bakerloo line, Northern line)

Nearest Buses: 35, 40, 133, 136, 333, 343, C10, N35, N133, N343

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Twenty Thousand Streets Under the Sky is playing at the Southwark Playhouse Borough in London
The running time of Twenty Thousand Streets Under the Sky is Approx. 2 hours 20 minutes (including interval)
The age recommendations for Twenty Thousand Streets Under the Sky are: 12+
Yes, Twenty Thousand Streets Under the Sky has matinee performances on the following days: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
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