The Lyric Hammersmith is West London’s largest producing theatre, creating the best contemporary theatre and nurturing the next generation of artists.

For more than 120 years, the Lyric has created ground-breaking and acclaimed productions while gaining a national reputation for our work with children and young people. Our commitment to creating tangible pathways into the theatre industry for every young person makes us unique within London’s theatre ecology. Today we are honoured to welcome Ian McKellen, one of the world’s most respected actors, back on our stage where he began his career. The money raised from this performance will support the next generation of young artists from playwrights to actors, from sound designers to directors. Your support will enable us to train, mentor and equip young people aged 18 to 25 from all backgrounds into careers in the performing arts.