The Car Man Tickets at Sadler's Wells Theatre
Matthew Bourne's Olivier-winning dance thriller returns to Sadler's Wells, mixing sizzling drama, Bizet's music and choreography that packs a punch.
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The Car Man Tickets
The Car Man is Matthew Bourne's sizzling dance theatre thriller, playing at Sadler's Wells Theatre in London. Trading the opera house for a small-town American garage, this Olivier Award-winning production reimagines Bizet's music as a tale of desire, jealousy and betrayal. Book your The Car Man tickets with tickadoo and settle in for one of the most thrilling nights of dance in the city.
About the Show
Set in the sun-baked town of Harmony in 1960s America, The Car Man follows a handsome drifter whose arrival sets off a chain of passion and violence among the locals. There are no spoken words here. The whole story unfolds through Bourne's muscular, cinematic choreography, danced to Bizet's themes reimagined by Rodion Shchedrin. It is gripping, sensual storytelling that keeps you hooked from the first beat to the last.
The Venue
Sadler's Wells Theatre is one of the world's leading dance houses, and the home stage for Matthew Bourne's New Adventures. With clear sightlines and an intimate yet dramatic auditorium, it is the perfect place to feel every twist of this dance thriller up close.
Why Book with tickadoo
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Why you'll love it
- Matthew Bourne's Olivier Award-winning dance theatre thriller
- Playing at Sadler's Wells Theatre, London's leading dance house
- Bizet's music reimagined by Rodion Shchedrin
- A wordless story of passion, betrayal and violence told through dance
- Set in a 1960s American town called Harmony
Good to know
Age suitability
Know before you go
Running time is approximately 1 hour 55 minutes, including one 20-minute interval
Recommended for ages 12+
Playing Sadler's Wells, 28 July to 29 August 2026, as part of a UK tour
Arrive around 30 minutes before the performance
Nearest Tube: Angel (Northern line), about a 5-minute walk. Angel has no step-free access; Farringdon (Elizabeth line and Thameslink) is the nearest step-free alternative
Sadler's Wells has lifts and level access to the auditorium, bars and café, with wheelchair spaces in the stalls
Cancellation policy
These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.
Frequently asked
How much do The Car Man tickets cost?
Prices vary depending on your choice of seats and performance date. You can see live pricing for each performance when you book with tickadoo.
Where is The Car Man playing in London?
The Car Man plays at Sadler''s Wells Theatre in London.
How long does the performance run?
The show runs for around 2 hours and 30 minutes, including one interval.
What is the story about?
Set in a 1960s American town, a drifter''s arrival sparks passion, betrayal and violence among the locals, all told through dance to Bizet''s music.
Is The Car Man suitable for children?
There is no strict age limit, but the production is generally recommended for ages 12 and above due to mature themes.
Who created The Car Man?
The Car Man is choreographed and directed by Matthew Bourne, set to Bizet''s music reimagined by Rodion Shchedrin.
Where you'll be
Sadler's Wells Theatre, Sadler's Wells Theatre, Rosebery Ave, LONDON
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