The Car Man
Wed 5 Aug · 20:30
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Matthew Bourne’s award-winning dance thriller reimagines a classic tale of passion and betrayal within a gritty, cinematic landscape. Through a synthesis of visceral choreography and a provocative score, the production explores the volatile tensions of desire and social confinement. This atmospheric revival captures the raw power of live theatre to translate human frailty into sweeping physical expression.
About The Car Man
The Car Man at Sadler’s Wells Theatre is Matthew Bourne’s award-winning dance work, loosely based on Bizet’s opera. It features one of the most recognisable scores in New Adventures’ repertoire and places a small-town story in a 1950s garage-diner in the American Mid-West.
When a handsome and enigmatic stranger arrives, the community is drawn into a story of greed, lust, betrayal and revenge. Matthew Bourne’s storytelling is paired with music by Terry Davies, featuring Rodion Shchedrin’s Carmen Suite after Bizet’s Carmen.
The production is described as a dance thriller, with a focus on heat, desire and escalating tension.
Duration: 1 hour 55 minutes, including one 20 minute interval.
Before you book
This production uses haze and theatrical smoke effects, and includes a gunshot effect. It is recommended for ages 12 and over, and strictly no under 5s are permitted.
No exchanges or refunds are available after purchase.
Venue
Sadler's Wells Theatre
Rosebery Ave, Clerkenwell, London EC1R 4TN
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Frequently asked questions
The Car Man takes place on Wednesday, 5 August 2026 at 20:30.
The Car Man is held at Sadlers Wells Theatre in London (Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4TN).
Tickets for The Car Man are priced at £18. Live prices and availability are shown on Skiddle.
Tickets for The Car Man can be booked via Skiddle using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Price
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Editorial Summary
Matthew Bourne’s award-winning dance thriller reimagines a classic tale of passion and betrayal within a gritty, cinematic landscape. Through a synthesis of visceral choreography and a provocative score, the production explores the volatile tensions of desire and social confinement. This atmospheric revival captures the raw power of live theatre to translate human frailty into sweeping physical expression.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
About The Car Man
The Car Man at Sadler’s Wells Theatre is Matthew Bourne’s award-winning dance work, loosely based on Bizet’s opera. It features one of the most recognisable scores in New Adventures’ repertoire and places a small-town story in a 1950s garage-diner in the American Mid-West.
When a handsome and enigmatic stranger arrives, the community is drawn into a story of greed, lust, betrayal and revenge. Matthew Bourne’s storytelling is paired with music by Terry Davies, featuring Rodion Shchedrin’s Carmen Suite after Bizet’s Carmen.
The production is described as a dance thriller, with a focus on heat, desire and escalating tension.
Duration: 1 hour 55 minutes, including one 20 minute interval.
Before you book
This production uses haze and theatrical smoke effects, and includes a gunshot effect. It is recommended for ages 12 and over, and strictly no under 5s are permitted.
No exchanges or refunds are available after purchase.
Venue
Sadler's Wells Theatre
Rosebery Ave, Clerkenwell, London EC1R 4TN
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is The Car Man?
The Car Man takes place on Wednesday, 5 August 2026 at 20:30.
Where is The Car Man taking place?
The Car Man is held at Sadlers Wells Theatre in London (Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4TN).
How much are tickets for The Car Man?
Tickets for The Car Man are priced at £18. Live prices and availability are shown on Skiddle.
How do I get tickets for The Car Man?
Tickets for The Car Man can be booked via Skiddle using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Sadlers Wells Theatre
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Price
£18
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