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Arcadia Tickets Tickets

Duration

2 hrs 50 mins with interval

Age Limit

Suitable for 14+ yrs

Arcadia play in London invites you into Tom Stoppard’s masterpiece of passion and intellect, where science, art, and love collide across two centuries at the Duke of York's Theatre.

Arcadia play in London weaves intellect and emotion across two centuries, where scholars and prodigies alike wrestle with love, reason, and the mysteries of the universe.

Written by Tom Stoppard and directed by Carrie Cracknell, this revival rekindles the brilliance of the original 1993 production, which won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Play.

Expect Stoppard’s signature wordplay, sparkling debates about chaos, order, and art, and a sweeping original score by Stuart Earl that deepens the play’s emotional pull.

With evocative design by Alex Eales and lighting by Guy Hoare, Arcadia opens the door to a world where logic and passion meet under one roof.

Arriving at the Duke of York's Theatre, the play is both witty and wistful, a timeless meditation on love, knowledge, and the patterns that bind them. Book your Arcadia London tickets now!

The story

Set in an English country house, Arcadia play in London moves between 1809 and the present day. In the past, a young prodigy explored the mathematics of nature while passion simmered beneath polite society. Centuries later, modern scholars try to decode her discoveries, and their own tangled emotions. Step into a world where love and logic intertwine, proving that knowledge and desire are never far apart.

4.8/5(10)

Marguerite O

Solo

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Thoroughly enjoyed Arcadia. The dialogue was crisp, witty of course and perfectly delivered. Cast timing especially for moments of humor was impeccable. It was great seeing g so many young people in attendance and talking about all the topics raised in the play.

Martin D

Solo

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

The performance was excellent.It was a very hot evening . The Duke of Yorks theatre was airconditioned and very comfortable in the Stalls were I was sitting. The content of the play itself was not always easy to follow. There was some good humour. The actors were excellent. It was my first Tom Stoppard play .Arcadia is said to be one of his best.

Natalia B

Group

Verified booking

Mar 2026

My first encounter with plays of Mr Stoppard was in the early 2000s, when The Coast of Utopia was staged in Moscow where I lived back then. I've come prepared, having read the play and some professional reviews. This time I've come to watch Arcadia - and have not done much homework: I knew what the main ideas were but not much more. So it was mostly my fault that I've got lost very quickly in quick and loud conversations full of jokes and innuendoes. The cast was brilliant but for me they were all trying too hard to outsmart and impress each other, almost as if they kept forgetting that I was there. Only later on I realised that Valentine's monologues were the essential ones to convey the most important ideas and put together the stories of past and present, and also that Tomasina is not just a spoiled little idiot but a bright young scholar. I guess, for me the accents during the play were a bit misleading or missing altogether. The underlying storyline sort of drowned in too many silly jokes at the beginning. However, when I did some reading afterwards, I realised that I had watched a very curious play with a level of depth I couldn't quite appreciate at once. So thank you for the amazing experience: the play has been opening up for me for days after I have seen it. I'll come back for more!

Volodymyr B

Solo

Verified booking

Feb 2026

Tom Stoppard’s Arcadia at the Old Vic is an intellectually exhilarating and emotionally resonant production that captures the play’s delicate balance between wit and melancholy. The staging is elegantly restrained, allowing Stoppard’s language—by turns razor-sharp and deeply humane—to take center stage. The cast navigates the dense mathematical and philosophical exchanges with impressive clarity, while sustaining the undercurrent of longing that binds the past and present timelines together. Particularly striking is how the production renders entropy not merely as a scientific concept, but as a quiet meditation on time, knowledge, and irreversibility. The result is a performance that feels both cerebral and intimate—an evening that rewards close attention and lingers well after the final scene. Oh, and the theater was too hot.

Arcadia play in London weaves intellect and emotion across two centuries, where scholars and prodigies alike wrestle with love, reason, and the mysteries of the universe.

Written by Tom Stoppard and directed by Carrie Cracknell, this revival rekindles the brilliance of the original 1993 production, which won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Play.

Expect Stoppard’s signature wordplay, sparkling debates about chaos, order, and art, and a sweeping original score by Stuart Earl that deepens the play’s emotional pull.

With evocative design by Alex Eales and lighting by Guy Hoare, Arcadia opens the door to a world where logic and passion meet under one roof.

Arriving at the Duke of York's Theatre, the play is both witty and wistful, a timeless meditation on love, knowledge, and the patterns that bind them. Book your Arcadia London tickets now!

The story

Set in an English country house, Arcadia play in London moves between 1809 and the present day. In the past, a young prodigy explored the mathematics of nature while passion simmered beneath polite society. Centuries later, modern scholars try to decode her discoveries, and their own tangled emotions. Step into a world where love and logic intertwine, proving that knowledge and desire are never far apart.

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Martin D
Solo
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The performance was excellent.It was a very hot evening . The Duke of Yorks theatre was airconditioned and very comfortable in the Stalls were I was sitting. The content of the play itself was not always easy to follow. There was some good humour. The actors were excellent. It was my first Tom Stoppard play .Arcadia is said to be one of his best.
Marguerite O
Solo
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Thoroughly enjoyed Arcadia. The dialogue was crisp, witty of course and perfectly delivered. Cast timing especially for moments of humor was impeccable. It was great seeing g so many young people in attendance and talking about all the topics raised in the play.
Dr Ana T
Solo
Verified booking
2 days ago
With such a script.. the actors were great but with such a script it is a must.. loved it from A to Z 😘♥️🤗
Natalia B
Group
Verified booking
Mar 2026
My first encounter with plays of Mr Stoppard was in the early 2000s, when The Coast of Utopia was staged in Moscow where I lived back then. I've come prepared, having read the play and some professional reviews. This time I've come to watch Arcadia - and have not done much homework: I knew what the main ideas were but not much more. So it was mostly my fault that I've got lost very quickly in quick and loud conversations full of jokes and innuendoes. The cast was brilliant but for me they were all trying too hard to outsmart and impress each other, almost as if they kept forgetting that I was there. Only later on I realised that Valentine's monologues were the essential ones to convey the most important ideas and put together the stories of past and present, and also that Tomasina is not just a spoiled little idiot but a bright young scholar. I guess, for me the accents during the play were a bit misleading or missing altogether. The underlying storyline sort of drowned in too many silly jokes at the beginning. However, when I did some reading afterwards, I realised that I had watched a very curious play with a level of depth I couldn't quite appreciate at once. So thank you for the amazing experience: the play has been opening up for me for days after I have seen it. I'll come back for more!
Volodymyr B
Solo
Verified booking
Feb 2026
Tom Stoppard’s Arcadia at the Old Vic is an intellectually exhilarating and emotionally resonant production that captures the play’s delicate balance between wit and melancholy. The staging is elegantly restrained, allowing Stoppard’s language—by turns razor-sharp and deeply humane—to take center stage. The cast navigates the dense mathematical and philosophical exchanges with impressive clarity, while sustaining the undercurrent of longing that binds the past and present timelines together. Particularly striking is how the production renders entropy not merely as a scientific concept, but as a quiet meditation on time, knowledge, and irreversibility. The result is a performance that feels both cerebral and intimate—an evening that rewards close attention and lingers well after the final scene. Oh, and the theater was too hot.

Duration: 2 hr 50 min with interval

Age Limit: Suitable for 14+ yrs

Show Details

Categories: Play, Drama, Olivier winner

Audience: Suitable for 14+ yrs

Theatre Name: Duke of York's Theatre

Seating Plan: Find the best seats in the house with the Duke of York's Theatre seating plan.

Theatre Facilities: Bars, restrooms, cloakroom

Theatre Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, accessible restrooms, access performances, hearing assistance, step-free access, companion seats

Dress Code: Smart casual

Cast & Crew

Writer: Tom Stoppard

Director: Carrie Cracknell

Set Design: Alex Eales

Costume Design: Suzanne Cave

Lighting Design: Guy Hoare

Sound Design: Donato Wharton

Movement: Ira Mandela Siobhan

Composer: Stuart Earl

Additional Info

This show is suitable for ages 14 years and above.

Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!

Access Performances: Captioned, Audio-Described, and BSL-interpreted performances are scheduled throughout the summer run. Please check the specific performance dates during booking to select your preferred assisted performance.

Most theatres are air-conditioned year-round, so it can get a bit chilly. Bring a light jacket just in case.

Frequently Asked Questions About Arcadia

Q: How much do the Arcadia London tickets cost?

A: Prices may change based on your choice of seats and show dates.

Q: Where is Arcadia playing in London?

A: The show is playing for a strictly limited summer season at the Duke of York's Theatre in the West End.

Q: What’s the story about?

A: The Arcadia play in London moves seamlessly between 1809 and the present day, where scholars and dreamers uncover secrets of love, science, and truth across two centuries in a grand English country house.

Q: Is the show suitable for children?

A: The production is recommended for ages 14 years and above due to its intellectual themes and complex dialogue. Trust your own judgment when booking for younger audiences.

Q: Has the play won any major awards?

A: Yes. The original 1993 production of Arcadia won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Play, cementing its place as one of Tom Stoppard’s greatest masterpieces.

Q: What makes the play special?

A: Directed by Carrie Cracknell, the play offers a rare, brilliant blend of science, art, and passion in a witty, deeply human exploration of how knowledge and desire shape us across time.d desire shape us across time.