Based on the short novel Rita Hayworth and the Shawshank Redemption by Stephen King, this iconic story inspired the ever popular film and is adapted by Owen O'Neil and Dave Johns, and directed by Peter Sheridan. Andy Dufresne is convicted of murdering his wife and his lover and is sent to the notorious Shawshank Prison to serve two life sentences. Stripped of his life, family and freedom, Andy is forced to endure a spirit-crushing routine. But with his quiet strength and inner courage, there is one thing that Andy never loses - and that is hope. 

Important information -
This show has an age recommendation of 15+ owing to strong language, nudity and other adult themes.

Running time - 2¼ hours

Theatre information

Wyndham's Theatre

Address - Charing Cross Road , , London , WC2H 0DA

Nearest Tube - Leicester Square

Seating layout - The theatre is split into four tiers, the Stalls (nearest the stage, at stage level), the Royal Circle (overhanging the stalls), the Upper Circle (overhanging the Royal Circle) and finally at the very top the Balcony.