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Climbers scaling a vertical ice wall in the Touching The Void experience, London.
Climbers on a rock face in London theater production of Touching The Void.
Climbers scaling a vertical ice wall in the Touching The Void experience, London.
Climbers scaling a vertical ice wall in the Touching The Void experience, London.

Witness a tale of despair that is one for the ages, as Joe Simpson and Simon Yates attempt to escape alive from their perilous situation. Touching the Void has everything from moral anguish and incredible fortitude, as the characters battle the odds and survive. Tom Morris has created an utterly gripping production with plenty of action and combined with David Greig’s ingenious writing style, it makes for a heart-rending performance.

Why Watch Touching The Void

A memoir written by mountaineer Joe Simpson in 1985, Touching the Void recounts his disastrous and nearly fatal, albeit successful scaling of the Siula Grande in the Peruvian Andes. The book has gone to sell more than a million copies and has been translated to over 20 languages. The book was turned into a documentary fifteen years later and won the Best British Film award at the 2003 BAFTAs. The book was adapted to the stage by David Greig, and wonderfully captures the harrowing experience of the two climbers.

Greig’s writing is impeccable, and the play is gripping throughout, and the audience is guaranteed to be on the edge of their seats. Incredibly, he also finds humour amidst the horror. The lighting design by Chris Davey and set design has been praised for its ability to embody the dangers of mountaineering very well. The director, Tom Morris, who is also the Artistic director of the Bristol Old Vic, adds his unique style to the show, and the morbid atmosphere creates such tension that the audience might forget to breathe!

The Story

Joe Simpson and Simon Yates have successfully scaled the Siula Grande peak in the South American Andes. They have ascended the previously unclimbed West Face of the mountain. While descending, Simpson slips down a cliff and lands awkwardly, breaking his right leg. The climb had already been delayed as a result of bad weather, and they had run out of fuel to melt the ice for drinking water. Daylight is fading quickly and bad weather is rapidly closing in on them, as they attempt to descend to the glacier that is located nearly 3000 feet below.

The pair decide to tie two 150-feet long ropes together to make a 300 feet long rope, with the hope of lowering Simpson down the North Ridge. The knot, however, would not be able to pass through the belay plate that is used to lower oneself. With the storm worsening, the two mountaineers are unable to hear or communicate with each other. Yates is faced with a dilemma, and he must make an incredibly difficult decision to save their lives. Follow Simpson and Yates as they attempt to emerge from this agonizing and perilous situation. Will both Simpson and Yates emerge victorious in this physical and mental battle against the odds?

Good for

Fans of Thrillers | Lovers of Memoirs | First Time West End Goers

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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Show Details

Show Timings

Monday - Saturday 7:30 PM
Wednesday & Satuday 3:00 PM

Duration
2 hours and 25 minutes, with 1 intermission

Author
Joe Simpson

Directed by
Tom Norris

Choreographed by
Sasha Milavic Davies

Songs by
Jon Nicholls

Design by
Ti Green

Know Before You Go

Audience
To be confirmed

Available Facilities
In-house bar

Seating
The Duke of York's Theatre has a seating capacity of 640.

Outside Food
Strictly prohibited. If you'd like to grab a meal before or after the show, check out our guide to the 30 Best Restaurants in West End.

Dress Code
Smart and casual wear is recommended. Keep in mind, the theatre is air conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly.

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