It’s Dublin, 1982, and sixteen year old Conor can’t catch a break. His parents are fighting, his brother won’t leave the house and he’s not fitting in at his new Catholic school.
Enter Raphina, a mysterious girl who’s too cool for school and on the lookout for a modelling job. In an effort to impress, Conor hires her to star in a music video for his band. Only problem is he doesn’t have a band. Yet.
With a score that embraces the new wave sounds of the 80s, Sing Street is an ode to the thrill of young love and a celebration of the power of music to lift us up.
Tony Award winners Enda Walsh (Once) and Rebecca Taichman (Indecent), with music from Gary Clark (Danny Wilson), bring John Carney’s beloved coming-of-age film to the UK stage for the first time in this brand new production, following sell-out runs in Boston and New York.
“Sing Street will give you joy!”
New York Magazine on New York Theatre Workshop’s 2019 production
📍 Venue Description:
The Lyric Theatre, aka the Lyric Hammersmith, is a popular performance venue in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham.
<h2>Welcome to the Lyric Hammersmith!</h2>
Famous for its ground-breaking original productions, the theatre comprises two primary spaces for performance. They include the 19th-century Main House, which was rebuilt from the original design by Frank Matcham and now stages the house's main productions, and the 120-seat Studio, set aside for smaller shows by emerging companies. The Lyric Hammersmith also hosts Sunday Night Comedy, as well as Lyric Music and Lyric Children regularly.
In 1888, the venue was once a music hall on Bradmore Grove, Hammersmith. Its success led to reconstruction and expansion of the hall on the same location twice, in 1890 and '95 respectively. The latter was the work of the famous English architect Frank Matcham. It reopened as The New Lyric Opera House with the renowned actress Lillie Langtry's inauguration speech.
In 1966, a powerful campaign saved the building from demolition. Instead, the auditorium was taken apart and reinstalled within a new-age structure on the present site, just a few steps from the previous location in Bradmore Grove. The house reopened in 1979.
<h2>In the Last Decade</h2>
Sean Holmes joined the Lyric Hammersmith in 2009. He reintroduced Panto and several remarkable productions to the venue, such as Sarah Kane's Secret Theatre Project: 'Blasted', 'Three Kingdoms', 'The Seagull Saved', and 'Ghost Stories'. The theatre also won the Olivier Award for Outstanding Achievement in an Affiliate Theatre in 2011 for Sarah Kane's 'Blasted'.
The theatre underwent an extensive redevelopment programme in recent years. Rick Mather Architects' new design included modern facilities for the local community and young people - The Reuben Foundation Wing – a cultural and educational space. The theatre reopened with a production of Bugsy Malone by Sean Holmes, which received immense spectator and critical acclaim.
<h3>The Amazing Past Few Years at The Lyric Theatre</h3>
At the 2016 RICS Awards, the theatre received nominations in the categories of "tourism & leisure" and "community benefit". In 2018, the Frank Matcham Main House underwent renovation after forty years since its origin, which saw the redecoration of the plasterwork. The Studio Theatre also underwent rewiring and refurbishment to provide a flexible, fully lit LED space.
Rachel O'Riordan is the Lyric Hammersmith's current artistic director after joining in 2019, while Sian Alexander is its executive director. The first season under Rachel's direction began in September. The first show was an adaptation of 'A Doll's House' by Tanika Gupta.
The Lyric Hammersmith strives to create works that provoke, entertain, is diverse, unique, and immediately immerses the audiences. It is the largest creative space in West London, where various arts organisations collaborate to offer opportunities to young Londoners and deliver outstanding productions.
🌟 Journey into wonder at Sing Street, where extraordinary experiences await around every corner! 🏛️ Set against the backdrop of Lyric Hammersmith in dynamic London, EN, this event promises to exceed all expectations. 📅 Join us on July 9th, 2025 at 07:30 PM for a celebration that combines innovation, entertainment, and community spirit in perfect harmony. ✨ There will be an atmosphere where memories are made and stories come alive, ensuring every guest experiences something truly remarkable. 🎟️ Secure your spot with tickets at 13.00 GBP. 🎊 This is more than just an event; it's a journey into the extraordinary!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Lyric Hammersmith, Lyric Square, King St, Lyric Hammersmith, London, United Kingdom
