



The Lehman Trilogy
The Lehman Trilogy
The National Theatre and Neal Street Productions’ The Lehman Trilogy makes a triumphant return to London following an acclaimed season in Los Angeles and a highly lauded run on Broadway, winning 5 Tony Awards® including Best Play. Directed by Academy Award®, Tony Award® and Golden Globe winner Sam Mendes, The Lehman Trilogy features a cast of three playing the Lehman brothers, their sons and grandsons, in an extraordinary feat of story-telling told in three parts on a single evening. Hailed by The New York Times as 'a genuinely epic production', The Lehman Trilogy is the story of a family and a company that changed the world.
Starring Michael Balogun playing Emanuel Lehman, Hadley Fraser playing Mayer Lehman, and Nigel Lindsay playing Henry Lehman.
On a cold September morning in 1844, a young man from Bavaria stands on a New York dockside dreaming of a new life in the new world. He is joined by his two brothers, and an American epic begins. 163 years later, the firm they establish – Lehman Brothers - spectacularly collapses into bankruptcy, triggering the largest financial crisis in history.
- Duration
3hrs 20mins, including two intervals.
- Good To Know
Latecomers will not be permitted entry until the first interval.
Captioned performances Monday 20th February and Saturday 18th March
Additional Details & FAQ
- Access Information
For access information please call the box office on 020 3925 2998
- Cancellation Policy
No refund or exchanges are available after purchase.
- Suitable For Children
None (children under four cannot be admitted)
This production features instances of flashing lights and some video effects that may cause dizziness. There will be instances of total
darkness (lasting 15 seconds) and gunshot sound effects.The production contains moments and themes that some people may find distressing. This includes the non-graphic depiction of a suicide and mentions of suicide. There is also infrequent mention of death, war and slavery.
- Where Do I Go
Gillian Lynne Theatre, Drury Lane
Reviews
JPW
May 21, 2023
Fabulous. No other word for it.
Shauna
May 21, 2023
What an amazing performance. The script , the directorial vision encapsulated in the tightly woven interchange of three actors in an innovative set design. Bravo!
Ber54
May 19, 2023
Enjoyed every moment of this production.
Tina Whiting
May 7, 2023
So well done. Very enjoyable, learned so much. Actors were fantastic. Whole production was brilliant.
David Dean
May 5, 2023
A great set. Loved the rotating stage and skilful use of packing boxes. How the three actors who are on stage the whole time cope with all those lines is amazing. Not a dull moment. We went to a matinee so I assume the three were back on the stage for another three hours later that day. Astonishing
K hanna
May 4, 2023
The Play kept my attention for the whole 3 hours and 15 minutes. The three actors moved seamlessly and fascinatingly between characters. I also learnt somethings I didn’t know
Anon
Apr 29, 2023
Such a thought provoking play, raises many questions about capitalism, society, nepotism, and much more
No thank you
Apr 27, 2023
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Caroline James
Apr 24, 2023
This play is brilliant and I am so pleased I was lucky enough to get tickets on such a short run. The acting by all the cast was excellent and the script superb.
Val
Apr 22, 2023
The actors were yelling so much at certain points that it became kind of disturbing. A story should be told calmly at most times. Voices should be raised where appropriate. There were at least 5 scenes where I was thinking; why is this person yelling their lungs out when telling this? Lehman brothers must have been through tough times, ups and downs etc. The acting tries to be funny and over the top at times but does a poor job of actually depicting the story of Lehmans. Also, I think it would add more color if we can get more people to play the sons, the wife etc. I don't see this as a piece of beautiful theatre show but see it more of a standup comedy combined with revolving glass office.
Valerie
Apr 21, 2023
Excellent in every way - acting, stage design, direction, writing
Robert Duirs
Apr 20, 2023
The venue consists of a stupendous array, indeed a warren, of bars and entertainment spots - though little sign of a theatre (no signage) and no lifts. Once inside, the theatre area is very well appointed and comfortable. The play itself was, for me, the most boring production I have ever seen in over 57 years of theatre-going - though brilliantly performed.
CS
Apr 20, 2023
Absolutely incredible epic effort by all three performers. Light hearted, admirable and easily led to picture the whole set up as The Lehman Brothers made their life in America. Such huge speaking parts, very clever staging - and without a doubt a must see performance. Many congratulations all round.
Sara Rose
Apr 19, 2023
Enjoyed learning the story of the generational views of business. Hope we can all go back in time and make it about community.
Jane Jellinek
Apr 14, 2023
Beautifully staged wonderfully acted Perceptively drawn
Klara
Apr 14, 2023
Excellent performance and well written screenplay
Naturabella
Apr 12, 2023
Amazing and captivating show. The actors were phenomenal. Followed the events clearly and was thoroughly entertaining.
Josie
Apr 9, 2023
Really enjoyed the play but experience was marred by obstructed view.
Carl Prince
Apr 8, 2023
Regrettably from the box office never emailed me my tickets. Unfortunately I didn't realise this until I was walking to the theatre. Because there is no contact telephone number I was unable to speak to someone regarding this issue and as a result was told I would have to miss the first act. We didn't bother staying as it was pointless. As a result have not seen the show and are £170 out of pocket with a waste of an evening behind us. Would not book through from the box office again.
John
Apr 5, 2023
One of the best productions I have experienced. Wonderful performances, set design, transitions, music, and script. What a theatre experience should be.
SUE ALLAN\
Apr 5, 2023
SHOULD HAVE READ THE PROG BEFORE THE PERFORMANCE AND NOTEDIT STARTED AT 7 NOT 7.30!!
KGD
Mar 29, 2023
The theatre Gillian Lynne was very good, nice comfortable seats. The three actors who played the Lehman Bros performance was excellent. and the story of their happy and tragic lives - was so nicely told thro the narration of the drama performance.
Lesley
Mar 29, 2023
We thought the acting and the staging was very clever. The first part seemed to be a bit slow. My partner was not happy with the men playing all the parts, inc. women, babies etc., but I thought it was clever. He would have liked to have seen more actors. I did not know the history of the Lehman Brothers and it put the demise of the bank into perspective
Dr Richard Sibthorpe
Mar 28, 2023
Great performance - loved it
Nish
Mar 27, 2023
A fantastic and amazing biography of the rise and fall of the Lehman brothers and business.
JB
Mar 26, 2023
This is theatre at its best. A tour de force by the three actors. The play engaged one’s attention from start to finish. The ‘scenery’ was sparse but worked well and the changing backdrop innovative and clever. A hugely enjoyable performance.
Verra Mawhinney
Mar 25, 2023
Incredible play. The acting was sublime and the production brilliant. Engaging and totally compelling. Absolute must see.
Jude Ford
Mar 24, 2023
We saw Lehman Trilogy on Broadway a few years ago and were delighted.This version was every bit as wonderful. Bravo!
Kavita
Mar 21, 2023
This was very clever with one set and many characters. Story was interesting although some of it could have been told in a shortened version. Amazing actors and the insight into where it all began.
Philip
Mar 19, 2023
We thoroughly enjoyed TLT yesterday but found it a little long and felt the first Act could have been slightly shorter. Nevertheless brilliantly acted and a very clever production.
marcelo coelho
Mar 11, 2023
This is a sentimental and shallow history of a family of bankers, perhaps instructive in the first act (when the first Lehmans traded cotton in the 1840s), but cannot explain anything about the 1929 and 2008 crises in the following acts. The text authors simply don't seem to know what they are talking about. As a play, it has no real antagonism between the characters, no discussion of ideas, no criticism. The idea. if there is one, is to sing a 'kaddish' for the old good bankers and speculators of the last two centuries, now substituted by computers. It is a musical --only problem, it is without songs. Good actors, though. Very imaginative direction, for a poor and overextended play.
Jessica
Mar 9, 2023
Creative and witty interpretation brought to life by brilliant performances and inspired set
Hugo
Mar 7, 2023
Actors were really good, story was not a story and the performance had more antisemitic elements in it. Agree with the Guardian critic.
Liz
Mar 4, 2023
Superb! I hung on every word…clever script and amazing acting. The set and the actors movement within it was also dynamic and held one’s attention. Also huge thank you to Holly who took us upstairs via the lift and helped us get drinks…a fab ‘concierge’!’
Oz
Mar 4, 2023
Enjoyed every moment despite my jet lag!!!
M
Mar 3, 2023
Wonderful play!
Koukla
Mar 1, 2023
What a play! Satisfaction on all levels, visually and intellectually. Dazzling performance from these three actors playing so many different characters. I had read the book in its original Italian edition. This is a very faithful rendition of the book’s spirit. Bravissimo and thank you
Suzannah
Feb 25, 2023
What a performance with these 3. Powerful and funny. A good history lesson for me
Armando & Pilar
Feb 12, 2023
It was monumental and an extraordinary account of history lessons!
Liz Cummins
Feb 12, 2023
Entertaining and informative. The three and a half hour play sped by and I truly applaud the talented three-man cast. It was also a fascinating insight into the stock market, which I've never understood.
Jo
Jan 25, 2023
An interesting and thought provoking play about immigrants and the snowball effect of what starts off as resourceful enterprise and snowballs into a self destructive pursuit of wealth encouraged by the American Dream with capitalist values being king. It shows adeptly how these values in the end supersede all else . The Acting is simply superb
Jo
Jan 25, 2023
An interesting and thought provoking play about immigrants and the snowball effect of what starts off as resourceful enterprise and snowballs into a self destructive pursuit of wealth encouraged by the American Dream with capitalist values being king. It shows adeptly how these values in the end supersede all else . The Acting is simply superb