The Beekeeper of Aleppo

Nuri is a beekeeper, his wife, Afra, an artist. They live a simple life, rich in family and friends, in the beautiful Syrian city of Aleppo - until the unthinkable happens. When all they care for is destroyed by war, they are forced to escape. On their terrifying journey, they must face the pain of their own unbearable loss alongside incredible danger. Above all, they must journey to find each other again. This compassionate and beautiful play is a story o f connection - between friends, families, and strangers. 

Winner of the Aspen Words Award, Runner up for the Dayton Literary Peace Prize, and one of The Times top three bestselling books of 2020, Christy Lefteri’s best-selling novel has its world premiere in a brand new adaptation by Nesrin Alrefaai, and Matthew Spangler who adapted The Kite Runner. The production is directed by Olivier Award winning Miranda Cromwell (Death of a Salesman – Young Vic, Piccadilly Theatre, and Broadway).

From the producers behind the hugely successful West End and Broadway stage adaptation of The Kite Runner.

In the midst of war, he found love 

In the midst of tragedy, he found hope.

Running times are as follows - Act 1: 1hr, Interval: 20 mins, Act 2: 1hr

Join us for a very special opening night of The Beekeeper of Aleppo that includes a post-show Q&A with the Director, Miranda Cromwell, Associate Director Nadia Emam and the co-writer and cultural consultant, Nesrin Alrefaai. Get under the skin of the play and hear directly from the creatives involved in bringing this best-selling novel from page to stage. All included in your ticket price for Tuesday 2nd May only.