Name: Raising Gays: A Concert Reading
Start: 2026-07-05T17:00:00+00:00
Location: Garrick Theatre

In the small Somerset town of Little Malden, a group of parents meet in a support group for those raising queer children. When they find themselves unexpectedly organising a parents’ float for the town’s first ever Pride parade, they must confront their own beliefs, biases and fears in their determination to show up for their kids.
Written by Micha Mirto and Jordan Paul Clarke, Raising Gays is a brand new musical about those parents frantically googling pronouns, Pride flags and purple hair dye in a well-meaning - but often misjudged - endeavour to support their children.
The stakes could not be higher. There’s no manual and a hundred different ways to mess it all up. Brimming with humour and heart - and completely gorgeous tunes - Raising Gays is a musical for everyone who’s ever had a kid (or a parent).
With a phenomenal cast of Damian Humbley, Sarah Ingram, Melanie La Barrie, Michael Matus, Joanna Riding and Sydney Sainté this is a script-in hand concert reading, with piano. Join us during London Pride weekend for our very first public sharing of this exciting new show - come along, we want to hear what you think!
📍 Venue Description: The Garrick Theatre was designed by Walter Emden, with CJ Phipps brought in as a consultant to help with the planning on the difficult site, which included an underground river.
On 24th October 1995 the Royal National Theatre's multi-award winning production of **JB Priestley's** An Inspector Calls opened at The Garrick, having played successful seasons at the Royal National Theatre's Lyttelton and Olivier theatres as well as the [Aldwych Theatre](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/venue/aldwych-theatre-london) and a season on Broadway.
### **Where Is Garrick Theatre?**
The Garrick Theatre is located at 2 Charing Cross Road, London WC2H 0HH, in the City of Westminster. It sits in the heart of London’s West End, near Leicester Square.
### **Garrick Theatre Nearest Tube Station**
The nearest tube stations to the Garrick Theatre are:
Leicester Square (Northern and Piccadilly Lines) – a 2-minute walk
Charing Cross (Northern and Bakerloo Lines) – a 5-minute walk
Covent Garden (Piccadilly Circle Line) – a 6-minute walk
### **Garrick Theatre Nearest Train Station**
The closest National Rail station to the Garrick Theatre is Charing Cross, located just a short 3-minute walk away. From the station, cross the road in front of the building and turn left onto Duncannon Street. Continue straight along St Martin’s Place until you reach Charing Cross Road — the theatre will be on your right.
### **Buses To Garrick Theatre**
Several day and night buses stop near the Garrick Theatre:
**Day routes:** 3, 6, 9, 12, 13, 15, 23, 24, 29, 30, 91, 139.
**Night buses**: N5, N20, N29, N41, N279; (Strand) 6, 23, 139, N9, N11, N13, N15, N21, N26, N44, N47
**Nearest stops:**
The nearest bus stops to the Garrick Theatre are on Charing Cross Road and in Trafalgar Square. In particular, the Haymarket / Charles II Street (P) stop is just a 2-minute walk from the theatre.
### **Garrick Theatre Seating Plan**
There are 732 seats at the Garrick Theatre, these are split across three levels: the Stalls, Dress Circle and Grand Circle. For a detailed guide on the Garrick Seating Plan, including best seats, [click here](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/news/garrick-best-seats-and-seating-plan).
### **Garrick Theatre Accessibility**
The Garrick Theatre is wheelchair accessible with a portable ramp put out to assist users. This is in the Dress Circle, which is at street level.
### **Garrick Theatre Safety Policy**
The theatre has up to date safety regulations which includes regular and thorough cleaning of high touch surfaces before and after performances. Items such as sharp objects, laser and outside food and beverages are not permitted in the theatre.
### **Garrick Theatre Dress Code**
There is no strict dress code at the Garrick Theatre. Casual attire is welcome, but many guests choose to dress smart casual. For special events or premieres, attendees may opt for more formal clothing. Regardless of style, comfort is key.
🌟 Be part of history at Raising Gays: A Concert Reading, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ The prestigious Garrick Theatre in London, EN sets the stage for an unforgettable experience on July 5th, 2026 at 05:00 PM. ✨ They are bringing together the finest elements of entertainment and innovation to create moments that will take your breath away. From the moment you arrive, you'll be immersed in an atmosphere of wonder and excitement. 🎯 This carefully planned event ensures every guest experiences something truly special. ✨ With tickets available at 25.00 GBP, your journey awaits. 🎊 Early booking is recommended for this must-attend event of the season!