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Sunrise for the Blind

Sunrise for the Blind

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The critically acclaimed five-star production, Sunrise for the Blind, penned by Lee Lomas, is set to grace the stage once more at The Cockpit in London, commencing its run on Thursday 27 August 2026. This compelling piece of theatre, which previously enjoyed a sold-out engagement at the Tristan Bates Theatre, delves into the often-turbulent waters of contemporary political discourse and the societal divisions that can arise. Audiences can expect a thought-provoking exploration of these complex themes, delivered with the skill and insight that garnered such praise for its earlier run. Performances are scheduled to begin promptly at 8pm each evening. Tickets are available for purchase at £16.45, with a concessionary rate of £13.36 offered for eligible patrons. This return promises another opportunity to experience a truly exceptional theatrical event.

Six years after a sold out run in the then ‘Tristan Bates Theatre’, Lee Lomas is bringing back his 5 star play Sunrise for the Blind. If the play was relevant in 2019 it’s perhaps even more relevant now with the rise of right wing politics, major push backs against immigration and thousands taking to the streets to fly the English flag - is there a more poignant time for this play to be resurrected? A raw, naturalistic portrayal of life in a bleak North Manchester town centre, the play explores cycles of poverty, racism, and young adulthood. It follows a group of youths and families as their lives intersect around gossip, forbidden relationships, and a tragic escalation of tensions leading to violence. The story delves into lost potential, generational frustration, and the suffocating nature of small-town life. Sunrise for the Blind pulls no punches, a familiar theme of writer, Lee Lomas, it promises to be an eye opening experience with plenty of light to balance out the shade. Writer: Lee Lomas Director: Andrew Darren Elkins Producer: Hülya Corty

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Sunrise for the Blind takes place on Thursday, 27 August 2026 at 21:00. The event runs until Friday, 28 August 2026.

Sunrise for the Blind is held at The Cockpit in London (Gateforth Street, London NW8 8EH).

Tickets for Sunrise for the Blind range from £13.36 to £16.45. Live prices and availability are shown on thecockpit.org.uk.

Tickets for Sunrise for the Blind can be booked via thecockpit.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

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