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The Railway Children in London
It’s your last chance to see this stunning adaptation of E. Nesbit’s classic novel The Railway Children at LONDON’S KING’S CROSS THEATRE!
Set in a purpose built 1,000 seat venue with a vintage foyer, this breath-taking show features a stage built around a real train track and a glistening 60-tonne locomotive that will steam into the theatre throughout the Christmas holiday period!
Steeped in nostalgia and charm, treat your family to the adventure of a lifetime, and join Bobbie, Peter and Phyllis as they tell the story of how they became The Railway Children!
Don’t miss your chance to see ‘One of London Theatre’s all time classics’ (Metro) before the final farewell on 8th January 2017.
BOOK NOW FOR CHRISTMAS!
Directed by Damian Cruden, the Artistic Director of York Theatre Royal, with design by Joanna Scotcher, lighting by Richard G. Jones, music by Christopher Madin and sound by Craig Vear, Mike Kenny’s adaptation of The Railway Children was first produced by York Theatre Royal at the National Railway Museum, York, where it enjoyed two sell-out and critically acclaimed seasons in 2008 and 2009. The production then opened at Waterloo Station in the former Eurostar terminal in July 2010, where it again played two critically acclaimed sell-out seasons and won the 2011 Olivier Award for Best Entertainment, before opening in Toronto in 2011 in a temporary theatre built at the base of CN Tower in Roundhouse Park.
The Railway Children tells the story of Bobbie, Peter and Phyllis, three children whose lives change dramatically when their father is mysteriously taken away. They move from London to a cottage in rural Yorkshire with their mother, where they befriend the local railway porter, Perks, and embark on a magical journey of discovery, friendship and adventure. But the mystery remains – where is Father, and is he ever coming back?
2016 marks the 110th anniversary of the publication of Edith Nesbit’s much loved classic children’s book The Railway Children, which has subsequently been adapted for the stage and screen, most famously in the 1970 film version directed by Lionel Jeffries and starring Jenny Agutter, Bernard Cribbins, Dinah Sheridan and Sally Thomsett.
The production is presented in London by Tristan Baker & Charlie Parsons for Runaway Entertainment, Oliver Royds for BOS Productions and Sue Scott Davison, in association with York Theatre Royal and the National Railway Museum.
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The Railway Children Ticket Information
- Booking until:
Sunday, 8 January 2017
- Running time:
2 hours 10 minutes
- Age restrictions
Children must be over 2 years old to come to the railway children and no babes in arms are permitted on site
- Cancellations & Refunds
Once booked, tickets to The Railway Children are usually non exchangeable and non refundable as per our terms & conditions. In practice, however, we will do our best to accommodate your request as long as we are notified at least 48 hours before the performance. Please contact us for more information.
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- Recommended for:
- Families (99%)
Latest customer reviews
All reviews are from customers who have been invited to leave a review just after seeing The Railway Children.
Please note the reviews below are from an old production of The Railway Children.
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Amazing from start to finishThe show was amazing each and every one that put the show together..but loved Phyllis she was adorable ... my 14 year old daughter who is taking drama ... enjoyed it I always thought she like musical .. but now I realized she is moving towards plays.. from now one we two will be going to the theatre more often.. lovely day out for mother and daughter x
C Reviewed on 11 December 2016 by Claudette
United Kingdom
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Theatre Night with a Difference8 of us pre-booked, excellent seats 3 rows back, clear views, easy access with my Mum who cannot walk well. Bar/Snacks area very authentic and quick service. Show was so close to us, so visible and brilliant Actor interaction with Audience. Amazing when the Steam Train comes in, brilliant. No dislikes, shame there were several empty seats.
L Reviewed on 01 December 2016 by Liz
United Kingdom
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Great for the familyAn amazing experience, don't want to give too much away, but the way the stages move and some of the effects, such as the tunnel were simple but very effective. In all a great family experience, one we would highly recommend.
C Reviewed on 21 November 2016 by Christopher
United Kingdom
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A good memoryFor those of us brought up on the film this was a nostalgic throwback
P Reviewed on 14 November 2016 by P
United Kingdom
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Excelent family fun with the odd bit of adult humourI Reviewed on 29 October 2016 by Ian
United Kingdom
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Engaging escapismLovely story, engaging acting.
R Reviewed on 18 October 2016 by Richard
United Kingdom
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show with a big surprise.Great show, the train made it extra special.
D Reviewed on 18 October 2016 by D
United Kingdom
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Enjoyable afternoon at the railwaysThe Railway children is a very sweet show with very good main actors. It has an endearing story line and I could not help but shed a few tears. You get so drawn into the story
K Reviewed on 09 October 2016 by Karin
United Kingdom
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good play all in allgood play all in all, nice atmosphere, well done special effects and the steam train a real masterpiece! Peaty that there were no songs at all in this show, as we were expecting a musical.... but we were wrongly advised in this respect. The plot is good for kids up to max 12, beyond that age the novel's 19th century moral and romantic stereotypes of the Brit society is too predictable and possibly boring. But this is due to the novel, not to the show's direction. Actors were all excellent, especially the young ones. Peaty that real kids were not given a more prominent role. Last but not least, the show booklet at 3£ is too expensive for what it offers - only CVs and publicity, not even a summary of the plot....
A Reviewed on 12 September 2016 by Arianna
Belgium
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Railway Children - Full Steam AheadThis is not your average theatre, but a converted railway station of sorts however; this is in no way a negative aspect as you get a superb view of the performance from each and every seat. Central to the performance is the railway line which accommodates a full size steam locomotive. The sets are ingeniously delivered and the lighting and sound provides a unique vision of this beloved classic. This is a must see show for adults and children alike.
S Reviewed on 12 September 2016 by Scott
United Kingdom
2015
Review of The Railway Children at King's Cross Theatre
by Phil Willmott | Thursday, July 16 2015, 15:51
What a glorious thing this production is. It's taken me a few years to get round to see it, I always seemed to be busy each time it relaunched but I'm so pleased I caught this cast change in the show's especially created space just behind Kings Cross.
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