Standing at the Sky's Edge
Travel through the most recent British history with a musical that delves into the intertwined lives of occupants in a single Park Hill flat in Sheffield
Key information
Run time
2h 50min
Recommended age
+16 years
Genre
Musical, Drama, West End
About the show
Embark yourself in a captivating musical journey through recent British history events such as Thatcherism or Brexit telling the story of three generations of Sheffield inhabitants.
- 1960 Rose and Harry start anew in the newly constructed “streets in the sky,” chasing their dreams.
- Decades later, Jimmy and his wife Joy, a Liberian refugee, confront societal challenges while striving for happiness in Sheffield.
- The final story unfolds in the 2010s, as middle-class Poppy moves into the fashionable, redeveloped flat block.
- Watch how the characters navigate the political upheavals of their era, which include Thatcherism, the steel industry’s decline, gentrification, and the impact of Brexit.
Prepare for the experience
- Please note that theatre tickets cannot be purchased with other experiences. Should you want to shop around additional experiences, complete your theatre shows purchase first and explore our range of products after.
Children information
- Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by -and sat next- to a paying adult aged at least 18 years old.
- Parents, please, note that this show is recommended for children aged 16 years old and over. Also, expect adult themes and strong language, including some scenes depicting physical violence, alcohol abuse and death.
Accessibility information
- This show includes flashing lights, haze and loud sound effects.
- Please contact us if you require any accessibility information about this theatre.
Ticket restrictions
- Theatre show tickets are non-refundable, non-exchangeable and non-amendable, unfortunately.
Additional information
- Once you select the date and time, hit the ‘View seats’ button to check the availability and price of your preferred seats.
- Your purchase will be timed so you will have 10 minutes to complete it.
- Please note the producers cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist.
The Standing at the Sky’s Edge show’s live date and timeslot availability can be seen upon booking.
- Duration: 2 hours 50 minutes (including intervals).
- Please arrive 30-45 minutes before the event start time to aid with the safe movement of customers around the venue.
- The schedule is subject to change and may be affected by contracts, holidays, illness or events beyond the producers’ control.
Regular operating times at the venue are:
- Tuesday - Saturday: 7:30 pm (also, 2:30 pm on Wednesday and Saturday).
- Sunday: 3:00 pm.
How to get there
- Address: Gillian Lynne Theatre, 166 Drury Lane, London WC2B 5PW, England, United Kingdom.
- Nearest Underground and train station: King’s Cross St Pancras.
Supplier information
This product is sold by VisitBritain Shop and provided by Encore tickets.
