Good Night Oscar

The Tony Award winning production, Good Night, Oscar, transfers to London’s West End for a strictly limited seven week run. Playing at the Barbican this summer, Emmy Award-winner Sean Hayes reprises his ‘virtuosic tour de force’ (Entertainment Weekly) performance as Oscar Levant. Don’t sleep on your chance to see Good Night, Oscar. Book your official tickets today.

Set against the high-stakes glamour of late-night television, this critically acclaimed production delves into the whirlwind genius of Oscar Levant—pianist, comedian, and the ultimate talk show wildcard.

It’s 1958, and Jack Paar hosts the hottest late-night talk-show on television. As the cameras roll and the audience waits in eager anticipation, Oscar takes center stage for an unforgettable night of music, wit, and unfiltered truth. But behind the laughter and showmanship lies a deeper, more complex reality. With rapid-fire humour and breathtaking musical moments, Good Night, Oscar explores the price of genius and the fine line between brilliance and turmoil.

Don’t miss this thrilling Barbican production, where one man’s struggle for authenticity collides with the world’s insatiable appetite for entertainment.

Run time: 1hr 40 mins.

Age guidance: 12+

This production contains adult topics, including depictions of mental health conditions, prescribed drug abuse, strong language and the use of fake cigarettes.