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Is a political revolution coming? Will the Labour party collapse? Can the kingdom stay united?

It's 1974. And Westminster is about to go to war with itself. Set in the engine rooms of the House of Commons, James Graham's This House dives deep into the secret world of the Whips who roll up their sleeves and go to often farcical lengths to influence an unruly chorus of MPs within the Mother of all Parliaments.

In an era of chaos, both hilarious and shocking, fist fights break out in the parliamentary bars, high-stake tricks and games are played, while sick or dying MPs are carried through the lobby to register their crucial votes as the government hangs by a thread. 

Premiered to universal acclaim at the National Theatre in 2012, This House written by James Graham (The Vote, Privacy) and directed by Headlong Artistic Director Jeremy Herrin (People, Places and Things, Wolf Hall), gives us a timely, moving and often amusing insight into the workings of British politics.

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  • Booking until:

    Saturday,25 February 2017

  • Running time:

    2 hours 55 minutes

  • Age restrictions

    Suitable for ages 14+

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This House reviews

4.7 out of 5 based on 35 reviews

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Please note the reviews below are from an old production of This House.

insightful, satirical, pointed, funny

worth seeing for sure a bit long especially part one part two rattled along and had more to it

Reviewed on 21 February 2017 by , London, United Kingdom

Grippingly real

This is an awesome show that appealed equally to Mum and Dad who were interested in politics at the time the play was originally set, and to our teenager who found it relevant to today. If you can fit in a trip to the Houses of Parliament on the same day (as we did) its a perfect pairing. Top notch acting, staging and lighting. Don't be put off by the dates the play was set in - it is uncanny how contemporary the play feels.

Reviewed on 18 February 2017 by , Guildford, United Kingdom

Absolutely fascinating!

Reviewed on 16 February 2017 by , Leighton Buzzard, United Kingdom

Political comedy at its best

The show was off this world, a fabulous story and cast set in the mid to late 70s of British politics. It opens your eyes to how parliament works and the relationships within. A must see for political students. Professional cast well rehursed, good timing.

Reviewed on 13 February 2017 by , Huddersfield, United Kingdom

Marvellous political insight

Reviewed on 12 February 2017 by , London, United Kingdom

Witty, brilliant political theatre and suprisingly aspects!

Reviewed on 10 February 2017 by , Slaugham, United Kingdom

Excellent

Reviewed on 06 February 2017 by

Excellent insight into the shady corridors of power

Reviewed on 05 February 2017 by , Manchester, United Kingdom

Brilliant Production

We thoroughly enjoyed the show. Having lived through the period it certainly resonated with us. A brilliant production.

Reviewed on 01 February 2017 by , Basildon, United Kingdom

Good for politics lovers

Reviewed on 29 January 2017 by , London, United Kingdom

Whipping Pressures!!

It was ideally for those who have a political knowledge of the period and followed the dramatic events leading up to 1979......far to much swearing which was unnecessary Humphrey Atkins were wrongly cast and should have been the other way round!....follow with the Maastricht whipping which was also very dramatic!!!

Reviewed on 22 January 2017 by , Ilkley, United Kingdom

Fantastic

Reviewed on 14 January 2017 by , Minneapolis, United States

Entertaining and very topical

Very interesting particularly for those of us old enough to remember the politics of the 1970s! A good laugh and also moving. Would definitely recommend!

Reviewed on 14 January 2017 by , Menai Bridge, United Kingdom

Political, enlightening and very entertaining!

Brilliant! Of especial interest to anyone who was around in the UK in the seventies or who is interested in how Parliament works!! Witty and entertaining. Superb acting. A good command of the English language is helpful.

Reviewed on 05 January 2017 by , Loughton, United Kingdom

excellent show

Reviewed on 05 January 2017 by , Broxbourne, United Kingdom

Worth watching

At a time when disillusionment with politics and politicians is rife, this marvellous piece of theatre says exactly why it is important, now more than ever before, for the general public to engage with politics. Because when they don't, rogues take over the political system in their name. Well crafted, with strong performances, and a memorable ending.

Reviewed on 03 January 2017 by , Westbury, United Kingdom

Took me back in time!

The three day working week, Heath v Wilson. Jeremy Steele and the Lib/Lab pact. This is a fast paced and unusual look at the behind the scenes activity of a hung Parliament. the five years when layout held onto a tiny majority through the hard work of the whips. Staye away if politics is boring for you, but anyone with an interest in the stresses of governing, or fans of west Wing will be riveted by this excellently written, funny, sad, and nostalgic look back at the UK of the Seventies.

Reviewed on 31 December 2016 by , London, United Kingdom

Great show ruined by awful seats

Our seats in the Grand Circle were not sold as restricted view, but were marked restricted view by the theatre. I am requesting a full refund. These were the worst seats I have ever had. We could see only a small proportion of the stage and missed most of the action. The website is totally misleading, giving a completely false impression of the layout of the Grand Circle. Do not trust it. A ruined evening.

Reviewed on 30 December 2016 by , Sevenoaks, United Kingdom

Excellent Show

Well worth a visit.

Reviewed on 29 December 2016 by , Chester, United Kingdom

A masterpiece !

Reviewed on 16 December 2016 by , Reims, France

Thought provoking

A fantastic insight into our piticsk system and it's very querky traditions.

Reviewed on 11 December 2016 by , Crawley, United Kingdom

Very enjoyable show

A very good show if you are a historian or can remember the context of the play and have some knowledge of the workings of parliament. The acting was very slick and I particularly liked the use of members of the audience as observers on stage. It was a nice touch that they were served drinks from the on-stage bar at the interval. There are so many musicals on in the West End at present that it is good to go to a play, and a very good one.

Reviewed on 09 December 2016 by , Potters Bar, United Kingdom

Brilliant Satire !!!

This play is a must-see. Fast paced with an excellent script and first class acting combine to make this an unforgettable production. Beg, steal or borrow a ticket !

Reviewed on 08 December 2016 by , London, United Kingdom

average

Reviewed on 07 December 2016 by , London, United Kingdom

Brilliant!

Reviewed on 06 December 2016 by , London, United Kingdom

The 70s seems a world away

Interesting recapitulation of British politics in the years preceding the advent of Thatcher. With many tourists in the house, I feared some would see this caricature of class war as still relevant... I hope it isn't! Older members of the audience could be heard identifying the figures - St John Stevas, Heseltine, Joe Ashton, Reg Prentice - and episodes depicted, but not important if you don't know them, still a good (and sobering) reminder of how brutal politics (and daily life) was in the early 70s.

Reviewed on 04 December 2016 by , London Uk, United Kingdom

interesting, amusing, recognisable

Reviewed on 25 November 2016 by , Alresford, United Kingdom