Cloud 9
National Theatre
2 November 2026 — 13 January 2027
NT rep: 19.30 & 14.15
About the show
A modern classic from one of Britain’s most influential playwrights
In Victorian Africa, where Clive is a colonial administrator and patriarch, his wife, son and servant struggle to be what’s expected of them.
When the family turn up a hundred years later in 70s London, what can they make of themselves in a world where empire lingers and freedom calls?
With its audacious theatricality and razor-sharp wit, Caryl Churchill’s (Top Girls) landmark work continues to challenge how we think about gender, power and the legacies of empire.
Dominic Cooke (Mrs Warren’s Profession) directs a bold new production that brings fresh urgency to this daring and satirical classic.
Book official tickets for Cloud 9, a modern classic by Caryl Churchill. Playing in the Lyttelton Theatre at the National Theatre in London, from Monday 2 November 2026 to Wednesday 13 January 2027.
For groups of 10 or more Adults, the following discount rates can be applied to the seat prices below:
10-19 people: £6 off
20+ people: £10 off and one free ticket for the group leader
Group Rates
UK State schools: Group tickets at £12 each, plus one teacher at the same price for every 9 pupils.
UK Independent schools: Group tickets at £14 each, plus one teacher at the same price for every 9 pupils.
10+ students aged 19-25 from UK Universities or Higher Education: £17 each plus 1 teacher at the same price, for every 9 students.
Non-UK-based schools or education groups 10+ aged 25 for younger in any form of education £27 or £32 each plus 1 teacher at the same price, for every 9 students.
Available Monday – Thursday
Workshops
A classical acting workshop, exploring how actors work with text as you work towards staging scenes from the play.
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Your Visit
Address:
Lyttelton Theatre, National Theatre, South Bank, London SE1 9PX
Map link:
Age recommendation:
Age tbc
Running time:
tbc
Additional Guidance:
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Getting there:
All groups should arrive 30 minutes before the start of the performance.
Nearest Tube: Waterloo, Southwark, Charing Cross
Nearest Station: London Waterloo, London Waterloo East, London Charing Cross
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Coach Parking: Pick-up and drop-off points are available nearby. Coach drivers should visit TFL for more information regarding parking.
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