The Standard of Living
Thu 12 Nov · 14:30
Theatre Royal Haymarket
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The Standard of Living will premiere at the Theatre Royal Haymarket on 12 November 2026. Written by Olivier Award-winning playwright James Graham, the play explores the life of economist John Maynard Keynes and his interactions with notable figures of the Bloomsbury Group. The production features music, dance, and themes of desire and debate.
About The Standard of Living
The Standard of Living at Theatre Royal Haymarket is a brand new world-premiere play by Olivier Award-winning playwright James Graham. Directed by multi award-winner Nicholas Hytner, it tells the story of economist and Bloomsbury Group member John Maynard Keynes, moving between Whitehall and a circle of artists, writers and lovers including Lydia Lopokova, Duncan Grant and Virginia Woolf.
Starring Olivier Award winner Rory Kinnear and Royal Ballet principal Natalia Osipova in her West End debut, the production brings music, dance, desire and debate into the story of a man trying to imagine something better as markets crash and Britain edges towards chaos.
Key facts: Opening at the Theatre Royal Haymarket from 21 September for a strictly limited 12-week season. Suggested for ages 12+.
Before you book
Suggested for ages 12 and over. No exchanges or refunds are available after purchase.
Access bookings are managed via the Theatre Royal Haymarket Digital Access Pass. If a customer has a Nimbus/Access card and the +1 is not for a mobility issue, any price can be selected except Premiums, with one ticket paid at full price and the +1 ticket free, processed as two tickets at half price. Customers who are disabled due to mobility, or who are deaf or visually impaired, are offered stalls seats at £25, excluding Premiums, with numbers monitored by internal allocation. There are four seats held in the centre of Stalls D for visual or hearing issues, another four pairs on the aisles for mobility issues, and two wheelchair spaces.
Venue
Theatre Royal Haymarket
Haymarket, London, London, SW1Y 4HT, United Kingdom
Current cast
Rory Kinnear stars in the production alongside Royal Ballet principal Natalia Osipova, who makes her West End debut in the show. Natalia Osipova will not be appearing at the evening performances on Friday 16 October, Wednesday 21 October and Wednesday 4 November, or at the matinee and evening performances on Thursday 22 October and Thursday 5 November.
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Frequently asked questions
The Standard of Living takes place on Thursday, 12 November 2026 at 14:30.
The Standard of Living is held at Theatre Royal Haymarket in London (18 Suffolk Street, London, SW1Y 4HT).
The forecast for The Standard of Living is Partly cloudy · 8°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Theatre Royal Haymarket can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
The Standard of Living is performing at The Standard of Living.
Tickets for The Standard of Living 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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The Standard of Living is a UK-based theatre group known for their experimental and avant-garde style, often incorporating multimedia elements into their performances. They have toured mid-size UK venues and attracted an audience interested in innovative theatrical experiences. Their work has occasionally garnered attention from the UK's more adventurous theatre-goers.
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The Standard of Living will premiere at the Theatre Royal Haymarket on 12 November 2026. Written by Olivier Award-winning playwright James Graham, the play explores the life of economist John Maynard Keynes and his interactions with notable figures of the Bloomsbury Group. The production features music, dance, and themes of desire and debate.
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About The Standard of Living
The Standard of Living at Theatre Royal Haymarket is a brand new world-premiere play by Olivier Award-winning playwright James Graham. Directed by multi award-winner Nicholas Hytner, it tells the story of economist and Bloomsbury Group member John Maynard Keynes, moving between Whitehall and a circle of artists, writers and lovers including Lydia Lopokova, Duncan Grant and Virginia Woolf.
Starring Olivier Award winner Rory Kinnear and Royal Ballet principal Natalia Osipova in her West End debut, the production brings music, dance, desire and debate into the story of a man trying to imagine something better as markets crash and Britain edges towards chaos.
Key facts: Opening at the Theatre Royal Haymarket from 21 September for a strictly limited 12-week season. Suggested for ages 12+.
Before you book
Suggested for ages 12 and over. No exchanges or refunds are available after purchase.
Access bookings are managed via the Theatre Royal Haymarket Digital Access Pass. If a customer has a Nimbus/Access card and the +1 is not for a mobility issue, any price can be selected except Premiums, with one ticket paid at full price and the +1 ticket free, processed as two tickets at half price. Customers who are disabled due to mobility, or who are deaf or visually impaired, are offered stalls seats at £25, excluding Premiums, with numbers monitored by internal allocation. There are four seats held in the centre of Stalls D for visual or hearing issues, another four pairs on the aisles for mobility issues, and two wheelchair spaces.
Venue
Theatre Royal Haymarket
Haymarket, London, London, SW1Y 4HT, United Kingdom
Current cast
Rory Kinnear stars in the production alongside Royal Ballet principal Natalia Osipova, who makes her West End debut in the show. Natalia Osipova will not be appearing at the evening performances on Friday 16 October, Wednesday 21 October and Wednesday 4 November, or at the matinee and evening performances on Thursday 22 October and Thursday 5 November.
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WhereTheatre Royal Haymarket
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is The Standard of Living?
The Standard of Living takes place on Thursday, 12 November 2026 at 14:30.
Where is The Standard of Living taking place?
The Standard of Living is held at Theatre Royal Haymarket in London (18 Suffolk Street, London, SW1Y 4HT).
What will the weather be like at The Standard of Living?
The forecast for The Standard of Living is Partly cloudy · 8°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near The Standard of Living?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Theatre Royal Haymarket can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Who is performing at The Standard of Living?
The Standard of Living is performing at The Standard of Living.
How do I get tickets for The Standard of Living?
Tickets for The Standard of Living 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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