The Boy At The Back Of The Class tickets
About The Boy At The Back Of The Class
After delighting audiences across the country, the smash-hit, joyful play based on the best-selling novel is back with a celebration of friendship, kindness and compassion.
There used to be an empty chair at the back of the class, but now a new boy called Ahmet is sitting in it. He’s nine years old (just like me), but he’s very strange. He never talks and never smiles and doesn’t like sweets – not even lemon sherbets, which are my favourite!
After learning that he has fled his own war-torn country, Ahmet’s classmates have ‘The Greatest Idea in the World’ – a magnificent plan to reunite Ahmet with his family.
Told from a child’s perspective, balancing heart and humour, The Boy at the Back of the Class highlights the power of good friends and courage in a world that doesn’t always make sense and reminds us that everyone needs a place to call home.
Based on the book by Onjali Q. Raúf, adapted for the stage by Nick Ahad and directed by Monique Touko. A Children’s Theatre Partnership and Rose Theatre production.
BSL Interpreted:
- Thursday, 9th April, 6.00pm
- Sunday, 12th April, 11.30am
Run time
2hr 10min. Incl. 1 Interval.
Categories
Plays, Family / Kid-friendly, Off West End
Age
Ages 7+. Under-12s must be accompanied by an adult.
Start date
7th April, 2026
End date
12th April, 2026
The Boy At The Back Of The Class cast and creative team
By: Onjali Q. Raúf, Nick Ahad
Director: Monique Touko
Venue
Queen Elizabeth Hall - Southbank Centre
Directions
Location: Fringe/Off West End
Railway station: Waterloo
Bus numbers: 1, 4, 26, 59, 68, 76, 77, 139, 168, 171, 172, 176, 188, 211, 243, 341, 381, 507, 521, RV1, X68
Night bus numbers: N1, N68, N171, N343, N381
Car park: National Theatre car park (330 metres) and APCOA Cornwall Road Car Park (490 metres)
Show schedule
| Day of week | Morning | Matinee | Evening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | - | - | - |
| Tuesday | - | 12:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | - | 12:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | - | 1:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
| Friday | - | 1:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM | 4:00 PM | - |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM | 4:00 PM | - |
Frequently asked questions
What is The Boy At The Back Of The Class about?
Told from a child’s perspective, balancing heart and humour, The Boy at the Back of the Class highlights the power of good friends and courage in a world that doesn’t always make sense and reminds us that everyone needs a place to call home.
What is the length of The Boy At The Back Of The Class?
The Boy At The Back Of The Class is 2hr 10min. Incl. 1 Interval.
Where is The Boy At The Back Of The Class?
Queen Elizabeth Hall - Southbank Centre.
What's the price for The Boy At The Back Of The Class tickets?
The price for tickets to The Boy At The Back Of The Class starts at £20.
How old do children need to be to see The Boy At The Back Of The Class?
Ages 7+. Under-12s must be accompanied by an adult.
How do you buy tickets for The Boy At The Back Of The Class?
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