Set in 1930s London, The Midnight Bell invites audiences into the fog-bound streets of Soho and Fitzrovia, where ordinary lives unfold in extraordinary ways. Each evening, a cast of lonely souls gathers at a humble tavern to share their passions, dreams, and disappointments. Against the backdrop of cheap boarding houses and bustling pubs, they navigate bittersweet tales of longing, betrayal, and redemption.

Inspired by Patrick Hamilton’s evocative novels (Twenty Thousand Streets Under the Sky, Hangover Square), this production captures the raw, authentic experiences of London’s working class, reflecting the author’s deep connection to the city’s pubs and the lives within them.

Acclaimed storyteller Matthew Bourne teams up with an award-winning creative team, including Terry Davies, Lez Brotherston, Paule Constable, and Paul Groothuis. Featuring fourteen of New Adventures’ most gifted performers, The Midnight Bell delves into the shadows of the human heart with intensity and compassion.