Hay Fever

Don't miss the West End debut of multi-award-winning actress Christine Baranski, starring alongside stage and screen legend Richard E. Grant, in Hay Fever at Wyndham’s Theatre this autumn.

Secure your tickets to see this new adaptation of Noël Coward’s irresistibly witty comedy, this time directed by the illustrious Emily Burns.

What is Hay Fever about?

Set in an English country house in the 1920s, Hay Fever tells the story of the charmingly eccentric Bliss family and their outlandish behaviour when they each invite a guest to spend the weekend.

Judith, the mother, is a retired stage actress who misses the spotlight and invites a young admirer. Unbeknownst to anyone else, her novelist husband David, and their two grown-up children, Simon and Sorel, have also all invited guests for the weekend.

Drama, witty bantering and arguments ensue. Confused by the ill-mannered behaviour of their hosts, how will the guests react and will the Bliss family even notice?

Why you should see Hay Fever at Wyndham's Theatre

Celebrated playwright, actor and composer Noël Coward wrote Hay Fever in 1924. The play was inspired by a visit to New York, where Coward stayed with the flamboyant playwright, Hartley Manners, and his wife, the actress Laurette Taylor.

Hay Fever debuted at the Ambassador Theatre in London in 1925 to tremendous success. More than a century on, it’s back on the London stage, starring two legendary actors and featuring all the dry wit and comedy of (very bad) manners it’s famous for.

Don’t miss it and get your tickets now, as it’s only showing from 22 September to 12 December 2026.

Who is in the cast?

Multi-award-winning actress Christine Baranski (The Gilded Age, The Good Wife, The Good Fight) is making her West End debut as Judith Bliss.

She’s joined on stage by Academy Award-nominated stage and screen legend Richard E. Grant (Withnail & I, Can You Ever Forgive Me?, The Importance of Being Earnest) in the role of David Bliss.

The rest of the Hay Fever cast is yet to be announced.

How do I book Hay Fever tickets?

You can buy tickets for Hay Fever with Visit London, using the booking button on this page. You will be able to choose your seats using the seating plan and select the best time and date for you to attend the play.

The show is currently booking from 22 September to 12 December 2026.

Where is Hay Fever playing in London?

You can catch Hay Fever at Wyndham’s Theatre on Charing Cross Road (WC2H 0DA), which is conveniently located near Leicester Square and Covent Garden.

How to get there:

• Tube – The nearest Tube station is Leicester Square (Northern and Piccadilly lines), which is just a two-minute walk from the venue. Charing Cross (Northern and Bakerloo lines) and Embankment (District, Circle, Northern and Bakerloo lines) are also a short walk away.
• Bus – The following buses stop nearby: 24, 29, 176, N5, N20, N29 and N279.
• Cycling – There are Santander Cycles docking stations located near Wyndham’s Theatre on William IV Street, Craven Street and St Martin’s Street.

What time are the performances?

Evening performances take place Mondays to Saturdays at 7.30pm.

Matinees take place on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 2.30pm.

What other shows can I see in London?

Discover the twists and turns of The Mousetrap, Agatha Christie’s legendary murder mystery and the world's longest-running play at St Martin’s Theatre. Or for something completely different, step into the magical world of Elphaba in the award-winning Wicked musical at the Apollo Victoria Theatre.