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The Promise, Trafalgar Studios

1942. In war-ravaged Leningrad, three orphans are thrown together by history. In the years following the siege allegiances shift, love falters and their vow of solidarity is stretched to its limits.

Aleksei Arbuzov's classic play, in this new version by Penelope Skinner, is a heartrending portrayal of youthful hope forged in war and tested by time.... Read more >>

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The Promise Overview

The Promise
by Aleksei Arbuzov
translated by Ariadne Nicolaeff
in a new version by Penelope Skinner

Aleksei Arbuzov's classic play, in this new version by Penelope Skinner, is a heartrending portrayal of youthful hope forged in war and tested by time.

Cast: Max Bennett, Gwilym Lee, Joanna Vanderham

Director Alex Sims
Designer Mike Britton
Lighting Designer Malcolm Rippeth
Sound Designer Emma Laxton

The Promise Access

Booking Information

Access Booking line: 0844 871 7677

Access Performances

Audio Description
None scheduled
Sign Language Interpreted
None scheduled
Captioned
None scheduled
SUR Titles
None scheduled

Venue Access Information

Trafalgar Studios 1 & 2 are accessible for Wheelchair Users. The main entrance to the theatre is on Whitehall. The Foyer, Foyer Bar and Box Office are on street level.

For Studio 1 you can enter the foyer step free, take the lift to the lower level then a stair lift brings you to the front of the auditorium. The Wheelchair Spaces are in the front row and are clear view.

For Studio 2 access is step free into the foyer, take the lift to the lower level then there is level access into the auditorium. The Wheelchair space is again in the front row & clear view.

If Wheelchair Patrons would rather transfer into a seat then the wheelchair can be stored during the performance and brought back to you at the end of the show.
The infrared hearing loops now work in Rows B-G in Studio 1 (best reception in more central seats); in Studio 2 best reception is in A5-8, B6-9 C7-10 or D7-8. Devices are at the Box Office, £10 deposit is required. There are two devices available: Induction Loop Necklace Suitable for persons wearing a hearing aid, the induction loop necklace is worn around the neck. Whilst wearing the necklace switch your hearing aid to the 'T' setting and the sound is amplified. The necklace has an adjustable volume control. Headset This device amplifies sound through earpieces similar to regular headphones. Suitable for persons without a hearing aid.
Guide Dogs are permitted in the auditorium or can be looked after by staff during the show.
The disabled toilet is on the lower level in the Studio Bar and can be reached by Wheelchair Users from the foyer and from both auditoriums.

Trafalgar Studios Information

Trafalgar Studios

If you're driving into the West End to see a show, take advantage of Q-Park's Theatreland Parking Scheme saving 50% off off-street car parking charges for up to 24 hours. To qualify, simply present your Q-Park car park ticket for validation at our box office and the car park machine will automatically charge you half price. Our nearest Q-Park car park is Trafalgar and the next nearest is Chinatown.
See the Access page for information
Enjoy one of Trafalgar Studio's great bars.
A cloakroom is available at this venue.

Trafalgar Studios
14 Whitehall
London
SW1A 2DY
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Directions

By bus: 3 11 12 24 53 77a 88 91 139 159 453

Closest Tube:

Charing Cross and Embankment (Northern and Bakerloo)

Contact Information

Book online: Use the links below

Telephone Booking: 0844 871 7627

Customer Service: 0844 871 7627

Groups Bookings: 0844 871 7644

Access Bookings: 0844 871 7677

Stage Door / Admin:* 0207 321 5400
*please note it is not possible to assist
with bookings on this number

The Promise Seating Plan

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The Promise Group Bookings

Booking Information

Group Booking enquiry form

Email: groups@theambassadors.com
Groups Booking line: 0844 871 7644

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