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Starring: Jack Lowden, James McArdle

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Chariots of Fire in London

Starring:

Jack Lowden, James McArdle

Enjoy this thrilling stage adaptation of Chariots of Fire

The original 1981 film was a massive worldwide hit, winning four Academy Awards including Best Picture. It still holds nineteenth place in the British Film Institute's list of Top 100 British films, and it’s a story that just keeps on giving.

This superb new production takes to the West End stage, including the film’s epic musical score and the song Jerusalem, a tune guaranteed to bring patriotic tears to your eyes! The athletes’ courage brought them glory at the 1924 games and their story continues to inspire people of every age, sports lovers or not, with its raw human beauty, sensitivity and realism. A masterpiece in the making.

Chariots of Fire – The story

It’s a fact-based story set more than eighty years ago, in 1924, the tale of Eric Liddell and Harold Abrahams, two athletes running in the 1924 Olympics. And it’s still one of Britain’s most outstanding sporting achievements, unforgettable and unforgotten.

Harold Abrahams is an English Jew, who runs against prejudice. Scot Eric Liddell, a devout Christian, runs for the glory of God. But they both have to battle against social and political pressures to gain acceptance and win the chance to run at the Games in a true-to-life tale of hope and honour prevailing against considerable odds.

You’ll love it even if you don’t love sport!

Playwright Mike Bartlett has created the stage show and it’s directed by Edward Hall, with production design by Miriam Buether and music by Vangelis and the Tony award winning composer Jason Carr. Expect fantastic period costume designed by Michael Howells, amazing lighting by Rick Fisher and clever choreography by Scott Ambler. Even if you’re not a lover of sport it’s thrilling and emotionally charged stuff.

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Chariots of Fire Ticket Information

Booking until:

Saturday, 5 January 2013
Running time:

2 hours 30 minutes
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Chariots of Fire reviews

4.6 out of 5 60 reviews

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Please note the reviews below are from an old production of Chariots of Fire.

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A Reviewed on 27 January 2013 by Anonymous

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Chariots of Fire.... post olympic blues

The film version was always going to be a hard act to follow but in my view this stage presentation succeeds in all aspects .... solid acting, good lighting and scene changes and good use of music. the stage is cleverly designed with a revolving track that enables a sense of motion but no feeling of chaos or aimless running. The story is true to the film with a few additional pieces of action information. We were sat rather high up in the circle seats which meant that our view was always looking down on the actors so we lost a sense of closeness to the action. The dialogue was generally clear and the production was slick. I particularly enjoyed the blending of modern athletes and their hi tech kit with the old fashioned clothing and equipment. The ending was impressive and i had shivers and a strong emotional response to the power that sport can arouse such as we felt throughout the summer of 2012. well done to all involved in the show/ My teenage daughters certainly enjoyed it.

A Reviewed on 07 January 2013 by Anonymous

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Thoroughly enjoyed the young cast of actors

A Reviewed on 06 January 2013 by Anonymous

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Chariots of Fire - shame about the script

Visually, this show was excellent and really captured the time as well as the legacy. Acting great too. But script over written and at times rather expositional particularly in the first half.

A Reviewed on 06 January 2013 by Anonymous

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Creative staging

Amazing the way a show about running could come to life in a small theatre. Delightful!

A Reviewed on 06 January 2013 by Anonymous

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Wonderful experience

A great show, very cleverly adapted for the theatre with a central circular stage with revolving aspects. Some humour and fun included in what was a really poignant story of values and beliefs . Very well done!!

A Reviewed on 29 December 2012 by Anonymous

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A theatrical treat

In this Olympic year, a show that re-affirms there's more to taking part than simply winning.

A Reviewed on 19 December 2012 by Anonymous

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excellent all round show

A Reviewed on 11 December 2012 by Anonymous

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Athletics 2012

Try to forget the film Chariots of Fire and marvel at the combination of acting, athleticism, music and moving story of this stage adaptation. The play shows how religious background and conviction can motivate people for honorable purposes. Exceptional talent produced admirable people in Liddell and Abrahams. The struggles they faced were magnificently played. The whole cast should be proud of what they present to the audiences.

A Reviewed on 09 December 2012 by Anonymous

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thoroughly enjoyed

Fantastic innovative production, made me laugh and reduced me to tears, Thank you

A Reviewed on 03 December 2012 by Anonymous

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Good story.

A Reviewed on 02 December 2012 by Anonymous

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good show

Lovely production and great story

A Reviewed on 20 November 2012 by Anonymous

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Don't miss it

Fabtastic

A Reviewed on 19 November 2012 by Anonymous

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Better than expected

A Reviewed on 19 November 2012 by Anonymous

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didn't know what to expect when I saw just a circular stage-props etc.worried when i saw the warm ups in 2012 sports gear then it started. back in time we went. the whole concept of movement, improvision and what happened to each person in their life afte

A Reviewed on 15 November 2012 by Anonymous

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didn't know what to expect when I saw just a circular stage-props etc.

A Reviewed on 15 November 2012 by Anonymous

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great nightout

Original stage set up and well-known story

A Reviewed on 10 November 2012 by Anonymous

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An entertaining afternoon show

A Reviewed on 08 November 2012 by Anonymous

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Very clever production!

I was very impressed with the production which managed to convey the impression of the period the characters,and athletics with very simple facilities. The theatre is also a lovely building

A Reviewed on 08 November 2012 by Anonymous

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Dantastic evening which reminded me of my brilliant evening at The Olympics this year when I saw three gold medal won by team GB.

Brilliant evening for all and came out feeling very patriotic!

A Reviewed on 18 October 2012 by Anonymous

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A great night out

I'm always a little suspicious of films that are turned into stage plays but Chariots of Fire is indeed a triumph - sparkling entertainment, excellent actors, brilliant staging. Can't recommend this show highly enough.

A Reviewed on 15 October 2012 by Anonymous

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must see show

A Reviewed on 15 October 2012 by Anonymous

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a wonderful evening

The adaptation was excellent true to the story in the film, staging was inspired. I enjoyed the entertainment at the end of the interval what a talented bunch of actor/musicians. I could have gone for a second visit!

A Reviewed on 09 October 2012 by Anonymous

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Fantastic would recommend highly. Excellent

Excellent show, thoroughly enjoyed it. Great venue, want to see it again.

A Reviewed on 02 October 2012 by Anonymous

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Not quite worked.

Good experience and don,t know how else they could have pulled this off,but you need to know the story of Harold Abrahams and Eric Liddle to get the play, otherwise you are left wondering at times whats going on particularly when they are running. Loads of empty seats too,so not much atmos. Shame .

A Reviewed on 30 September 2012 by Anonymous

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Principles win in the end

Having seen the film years ago with all the camera work giving it atmosphere I wondered how the stage show would compare. I was very pleasantly surprised. Unlike some films with a religious theme in it the characters were not lampooned for their beliefs. The applause at the end showed that others shared my enjoyment.

A Reviewed on 30 September 2012 by Anonymous

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Great Show

Energetic, funny, up to date, and thourghly enjoyable show

A Reviewed on 20 September 2012 by Anonymous

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Enjoyed this show. The actors certainly had to be physically fit in order to be able to do All the running and exercises necessary!!!

A Reviewed on 19 September 2012 by Anonymous

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Theatre, not film!

Borrowed a little too much from the film without the dramatic effect. The running scenes, which are the heart of the film, did not translate that well to theatre which had to make do with parody. A good evening's entertainment without setting the world alight.

A Reviewed on 16 September 2012 by Anonymous

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I took my husband to Chariots of Fire for his birthday. We had seen the film several times - in fact I saw it on the plan only 2 weeks ago. I ccouldn't see how it could be done... and secretly was ready to be let down. It was absolutely fantastic. Ever

We thought it probably helped to have seen the film - or at least to have known the story.

A Reviewed on 13 September 2012 by Anonymous

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I took my husband to Chariots of Fire for his birthday. We had seen the film several times - in fact I saw it on the plane only 2 weeks ago. I couldn't see how it could be done... and secretly was ready to be let down.

A Reviewed on 13 September 2012 by Anonymous

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A Reviewed on 13 September 2012 by Anonymous

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Had a great time

Full of energy and excitement

A Reviewed on 11 September 2012 by Anonymous

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Great Chariots of Fire

A Reviewed on 24 August 2012 by Anonymous

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Best on the Olympic Year

It was better than I expected as the movie was very well done. The stage was interesting, and it works well. I would recommend to my friends and others to go now - very Olympic!

A Reviewed on 17 August 2012 by Anonymous

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Excellence in motion

An individual who held to his religous beliefs, and won

A Reviewed on 15 August 2012 by Anonymous

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Then and now.

This is a very imaginative and clever presentation of a moving true story. I especially liked the topical twists included by musicians and the wardrobe dept. Thought provoking challenges are posed for today's audience, as the story focuses on the motivation of two olympic athletes in 1926.... superbly acted.

A Reviewed on 09 August 2012 by Anonymous

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Chariots of Fire

Absolutely terrific ! The cast deserve a medal !

A Reviewed on 02 August 2012 by Anonymous

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definately worth a visit

A Reviewed on 26 July 2012 by Anonymous

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CoF

A great couple of hours both moving and uplifting

A Reviewed on 22 July 2012 by Anonymous

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Great theatrical experience - pity about the only average acting

The play onits own was only average, but as a theatrical experience, it was excellent. Unfortunately it was sometimes difficult to differentiate between the actors as to who was playing what role. I came away with the thought "with a play like this who needs the uncertainties of London 2012".

A Reviewed on 20 July 2012 by Anonymous

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Inspirational

This show is an inspirational choice for this Olympic year. It was lively, superbly produced and acted. One of the best shows I have seen for a long time. Please give us more of the same.

A Reviewed on 20 July 2012 by Anonymous

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The set is great but it's about 20 minutes too long

A Reviewed on 19 July 2012 by Anonymous

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