Dead Man Walking
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Dead Man Walking returns for its 25th anniversary, bringing a true story of justice, mercy, and moral conflict brought to life with a powerful original score.
- Five-time Tony-winning librettist Terrence McNally teams up with composer Jake Heggie in this operatic retelling of Sister Helen Prejean’s bestselling death row memoir.
- Set inside a U.S. prison, Dead Man Walking was first adapted into an Oscar-winning film and now ranks as the most widely staged opera of the 21st century, with 70+ productions globally.
- Catch one of this century’s greatest new operas as Olivier-nominated Christine Rice and renowned baritone Michael Mayes lead the cast, celebrating 25 years of Dead Man Walking at the London Coliseum.
The story
Joseph De Rocher is on death row for the murder of two teenagers. Sister Helen Prejean agrees to offer him spiritual support as his execution approaches. As she learns his story and listens to the pain of the victims’ families, she struggles with her faith and understanding of justice. In a space filled with grief, guilt, and fear, she must decide what forgiveness means and whether she can offer it to a man many see as unforgivable. Experience this powerful journey unfold live in the Dead Man Walking opera at the London Coliseum.
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Show details
Categories: Opera, True Story, English National Opera, Drama
Audience: Suitable for 18+ yrs
Theater name: London Coliseum
Find the best seats in the house with the London Coliseum seating plan
Theater facilities: bar, gift shop, cloakroom, restrooms, lounge, bag check, air conditioning
Theater accessibility: wheelchair accessible, wheelchair spaces available, assistive listening devices, guide dogs allowed, hearing assistance, access performances, ramp, accessible restrooms, accessible elevator, audio description, access hosts, step-free access, sign language interpreters
Dress code: Smart casual
Cast & crew
- Leading roles: Michael Mayes as Joseph De Rocher, Christine Rice as Sister Helen Prejean, Sarah Connolly as Mrs Patrick De Rocher, Madeline Boreham as Sister Rose, Ronald Samm as Father Grenville, Olivia Rose Tringham as Sister Catherine, Amy Holyland as Sister Lillianne
- Book: Sister Helen Prejean
- Director: Annilese Miskimmon
- Music & lyrics: Jakie Heggie
- Librettist: Terrence McNally
- Set designer: Alex Eales
- Costume designer: Evie Gurney
- Lighting designer: D.M. Wood
- Movement & intimacy director: Imogen Knight
- Conductor: Kerem Hasan
Additional info
- This show is suitable for ages 18 and above.
- Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!
- This show is performed in English with surtitles.
- Content warning: The show contains strong language and depictions of death, murder, and sexual violence.
- Most theatres are air-conditioned year-round, so it can get a bit chilly. Bring a light jacket just in case.
You will receive an email with your Dead Man Walking voucher. No need to print. Please carry a valid Photo Id for identification.
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