
Small Island
Journey from the sun-drenched shores of Jamaica to the cold, grey streets of 1940s London in Small Island, a powerful and intimate portrayal of Andrea Levy’s multi award-winning novel, adapted for the stage by Helen Edmundson. Directed by Matthew Xia, this bold staging offers a fresh perspective on a world shaped by empire and entitlement, caught between belonging and unbelonging, disappointment and hope.
Four unforgettable characters bring this Windrush story to life: Hortense and Gilbert, determined Jamaican migrants in search of belonging and respect; Queenie, an Englishwoman who defies convention; and Bernard, her husband, struggling with change. Together, they discover love across culture, colour and class – and the fragile hope of a shared future.
Spanning decades and continents, this brand-new production draws on the joyful rhythms of calypso and the harsh realities of post-war Britain to explore the emotional truth of our collective history, brought vividly to life through music, striking visuals and a compelling story you will never forget.
Priority Booking for Gold & Silver Friends & Access Register
Opens Tue 23 Sep at 12 noon
Priority Booking for Bronze Friends & 16-25 members:
Opens Thu 25 Sep at 12 noon
Public Booking:
Opens Fri 26 Sep at 12 noon
Venue
Presented by
Birmingham Rep, Leeds Playhouse and Nottingham Playhouse, in association with Actors Touring Company.
Adapted by
Helen Edmundson
Based on the novel by
Andrea Levy
Directed by
Matthew Xia
Price
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Access Performances
Audio Described: Sat 11 April at 1.30pm
A Free Touch Tour is available to book at 12pm before the Audio Described performances.
Captioned: Thu 9 April at 1.30pm and 7pm
Chilled: Sat 11 April at 1.30pm
Running Time
Approximately 3 hours and 5 minutes, including an interval.
Age Guidance
12+
Please note, no under 5s will be allowed into the auditorium.
Content Advice
Please note, this production contains strong language and themes of racism.