Radiohead's 'Hamlet Hail to the Thief' to Open in London
Originally published Jun 10, 2026
By Naman Ramachandran · Variety
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Key points
- A theatrical production combining Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' and Radiohead's 'Hail to the Thief' will open at London's Barbican Theatre on October 31.
- The show previously sold out at the Royal Shakespeare Company and Aviva Studios before its London premiere.
- The production features 'Alien: Earth' star Samuel Blenkin in a leading role.
A unique fusion of Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' and Radiohead's 2003 album 'Hail to the Thief' will debut at London's Barbican Theatre on October 31, running through January 23, 2027. The production previously sold out at the Royal Shakespeare Company and Aviva Studios. The show features 'Alien: Earth' star Samuel Blenkin in a prominent role. This marks the London premiere of the theatrical production, which has already garnered significant attention and acclaim.
Read the original story: Variety — by Naman Ramachandran