Shadowlands

What is Shadowlands about?

Shadowlands tells the moving true story of C.S. Lewis, the celebrated Oxford don and creator of The Chronicles of Narnia, whose orderly academic life is transformed by the arrival of Joy Davidman, a spirited American poet. What begins as a meeting of minds blossoms into an extraordinary love story that challenges everything Lewis has written about pain, faith and the meaning of life.

When Joy is diagnosed with a terminal illness, their bond is tested in ways neither could have imagined. Written by William Nicholson (Gladiator) and adapted from his BAFTA Award-winning TV movie, Shadowlands is a tender, witty and devastating exploration of how love can illuminate even life's darkest moments. Book Shadowlands tickets for this West End transfer of the acclaimed Chichester Festival Theatre production!

Why should I book Shadowlands tickets in London?

BAFTA, Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Hugh Bonneville (Downton Abbey, Paddington) reprises his widely praised performance as C.S. Lewis, with acclaimed American TV and stage star Maggie Siff (Mad Men, Sons of Anarchy, Billions) as Joy Davidman. Critics hailed Bonneville as "almost unbearably vivid" (The Guardian) in a production described as "entertaining, funny, deeply touching."

Shadowlands won the Evening Standard Award for Best Play on its original West End run and the Tony Award on Broadway. The 1993 film adaptation starring Anthony Hopkins and Debra Winger won the BAFTA Award for Outstanding British Film. Don't miss this strictly limited 11-week season at the Aldwych Theatre!

Is Shadowlands similar to other London plays?

Fans of intelligent, moving drama may also enjoy other acclaimed productions in the West End.