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This production is recommended for ages 12+
Performance dates
12 September - 6 December 2025
Run time: 1 hr 45mins
No interval
Directed by Olivier Award-winner Conor McPherson, and starring Brendan Gleeson in his West End debut, The Weir returns to the capital. Playing at the Harold Pinter Theatre for a strictly limited season, book your official tickets to the multi award-winning play today!
In Brendan’s isolated pub on the west coast of Ireland, four men are gathering for a session, where their boasts are matched by their pints. The arrival of a stranger in their midst – a woman– spurs them to impress her with their story-telling. They are stories of souls past and of spirits very much present. But one story is more chilling and more real than any of them could have foreseen.
The Weir is a testament to the need for human connection, the possibility of hope, and the enduring power of storytelling.
For those looking to experience a deeply atmospheric tale in the heart of London, "The Weir" offers an unforgettable theatrical event. Nestled among the celebrated plays of the city, this haunting production weaves supernatural storytelling into a gripping narrative. Discover how you can make the most of your theatre visit with cheap West End tickets to some of the city's most captivating shows. Whether you’re a local or visiting, London's theatre scene promises something special for every enthusiast.
Important Information: There is no entry for latecomers and no readmittance if leaving the auditorium after the show has started. Run time 1 hour 45 minutes with no interval.
Note: Contains smoking on stage. The production is not able to guarantee the appearance of any specific actor due to illness or unforeseen circumstances.
Set in a rural Irish pub, The Weir explores the quiet, mysterious rhythms of everyday life as a group of locals share stories over a few drinks. What begins as casual conversation gradually reveals personal histories, secrets, and the weight of unspoken grief. This production stars Brendan Gleeson in his West End debut.
Written by Conor McPherson, this intimate play draws the audience into a world where humour and melancholy coexist, offering a deeply human glimpse into the bonds, fears, and longings that connect a small community.
The Weir premiered at the Royal Court Theatre in 1997, earning widespread critical acclaim and multiple awards. Its subsequent productions have enchanted audiences worldwide, including celebrated runs in London’s West End and on Broadway. The play’s subtle storytelling and evocative atmosphere invite viewers to step quietly into a world where the ordinary becomes hauntingly extraordinary.
22 Sep, 2025 | By Hay Brunsdon
It’s no secret that Ireland is a nation of storytellers. From my personal favourites, Van Morrison, Erin Quinn from Derry Girls, and Frank McCourt of Angela’s Ashes, to the OGs James Joyce, Oscar Wilde, Bram Stoker, and Samuel Beckett, spinning a yarn is practically part of the DNA. Conor McPherson sits firmly in that tradition, and his 1997 play The Weir—which scooped both the Olivier and Evening Standard Awards for Best New Play—shows exactly why.
The setting is a small, windswept pub in northwest Ireland – seemingly isolated from the outside world – the kind of place where the fire crackles against the howling wind outside and you half expect your pint glass to rattle from the gusts. At first it’s all weather talk, fishwife gossip about land sales, and the comforting routine of “just a small one” (or sometimes a “large small one”). Behind the bar is Brendan, pouring pints for locals Jack the mechanic and Jimmy. Into this comes Finbar, the flamboyant property man who’s essentially bought up half the village, strutting in with ‘Ninja Turtle’ karate chops and high kicks to introduce Valerie, a “blow-in” up from Dublin. She’s the outsider, and her presence nudges the men into showing off with their tall tales — first light, then eerie, then deeply personal.
20 Sep, 2025 | By Hay Brunsdon
Brendan Gleeson is one of Ireland’s most respected actors, who has a knack for playing characters that feel both larger-than-life and completely real! Now, he’s stepping into the London spotlight with his first-ever West End role in Conor McPherson’s celebrated play The Weir.
11 Sep, 2025 | By Hay Brunsdon
With St. Patrick’s Day fast approaching, The Weir is currently one of the hottest tickets in town. Written by Irish playwright Conor McPherson, The Weir transferred to the West End’s Wyndham’s Theatre following a sold-out run at the Donmar Warehouse.
14 Mar, 2014 | By London Theatre Direct
Following a hugely successful, sold-out run at the Donmar, Conor McPherson’s 1997 play The Weir has transferred to the West End’s Wyndham's Theatre. Despite moving to a larger venue, Josie Rourke’s production has held onto its intimacy.
14 Feb, 2014 | By London Theatre Direct
Following the critically acclaimed sell-out run at the Donmar Warehouse, The Weir to Wyndham's Theatre for twelve weeks only.
25 Oct, 2013 | By London Theatre Direct
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