All My Sons
All My Sons returns to the West End in a new production from visionary director Ivo Van Hove (A View from the Bridge, A Little Life), who reunites with Bryan Cranston (Breaking Bad, Network) alongside Marianne Jean-Baptiste (Hard Truths, The Amen Corner) and Paapa Essiedu (I May Destroy You, Death of England: Delroy).
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A life changing experience of the theatre ! Thrilling taut tense - I am sorry other people will miss this now since yesterday was this production’s last day. I was shaking at the end and in floods of tears.
Utterly sensational!
Jackie, 08 Mar 2026
An interesting play This was an interesting play although too long for me and others who were clock watching without an interval .
Some of the lines from one cast member were difficult to hear and there was an understudy which was not announced . This was disappointing as it was a key actor and the tickets were very expensive .
Lorraine, 07 Mar 2026
Expertly acted drama From the dramatic opening until the final bows, this performance is expertly acted. The story is told with a genuine delivery from each character.
Cynthia, 05 Mar 2026
Best play! Wonderful!
Myra, 04 Mar 2026
An Amazing Play and Brilliant Production This was my husband's Birthday gift to me. We took our two sons and their wives. A perfect gift brilliant play an outstanding performance.
Margaret, 28 Feb 2026
Insight to Desire Outstanding show that attempts to explore human behaviour through the lens of its inherent willingness to adhere to decent societal morals vs. satisfying an individual's desire, for personal gain - in this case financial. It's settling (post-WWII USA) reveals the play's underlying thrust as a loose critique of the validity surrounding the concept of the "American Dream".
Michael, 27 Feb 2026
Intense serious drama Modest stage but story and acting was exceptional . You could hear a pin drop
Donald, 26 Feb 2026
Underwhleming The lack of an interval seemed an unnecessary choice given that there is an obvious point where the interval can take place. It led to checking of phones and much fidgeting in the audience around us as the play progressed.
The ending would have been more dramatic without the enactment of the death and the reappearance of the main character at the end of the piece.
The music/sound effects in the seats in the dress circle provided a distraction in the seats in the dress circle. At first it was unclear that they belonged to the play and might have been coming from an adjacent building.
Anthea, 23 Feb 2026
Exceptional theatre experience I wasn’t familiar with the story of All my sons and I’m glad I didn’t look up the text before. Getting to discover the story through this incredible production was such a gift.
As an avid theatre goer, intense family dramas on stage can sometimes feel a little drawn out, tiring even. But this play and it’s production truly had me entranced from beginning to end.
The production design was effective in its simplicity, there was just enough visual contrast to create depth. I marvelled at the beauty of seeing the actors sat on the tree at different levels, giving beautiful visual symmetry.
As for the lighting, I could tell every single adjustment had a dramaturgical objective and it worked really well. I also particularly liked how the use of coloured lights played with our perception of the costumes colours and textures.
The costumes were modern, clothes that would be considered casually fashionable for 2026. It gave me a visual sense of familiarity. I particularly enjoyed how the colours of every character’s outfits complemented each other, once again creating a visual balance.
As for the acting, all I can say is that it was so good, I was completely emotionally invested in the story, in finding out everything that the play would allow me to know about these characters and their lives.
emma, 13 Feb 2026
Outstanding Incredible show with outstanding performances by all the leading performers. Tension builds with a dark twist. You need to remember to breathe for the last 20/25 minutes. Cranston is fantastic.
Samantha, 13 Feb 2026
One of the best plays I’ve ever seen. A great play and strong performances. Our seats had a good line of sight.
Marda, 12 Feb 2026
Powerful Emotional Performances The three lead actors were extraordinary and gave so much to their performances that they appeared emotional exhausted at the end. The story was powerful and the actors delivered powerfully.
Hamish, 07 Feb 2026
Thought provoking and emotional. It’s not for the faint hearted, compelling to watch. The script and delivery we’re excellent.
Andrew, 07 Feb 2026
Very good show This was an interesting play with ann no lot of relevance for 2026.
The acting was superb which made the entire evening.
The one negative is that it did drag a bit in parts - and could have ben shortened by about 20 mins.
Janet, 05 Feb 2026
Powerful theatre at its best! Everything about this production was just right. I have seen this play before and know that it is very demanding of the cast. There was no weak link .The set, sound and lighting all contributed so well to the sense of foreboding and tension.
Amanda, 31 Jan 2026
A Must See! A simply wonderful production. Every cast member gave amazing performances. It was enlightening and inspiring.
Winsome, 21 Jan 2026
Wonderful theatre experience Acting of the highest calibre from all cast members. Bryan Cranston just outstanding. A fantastic interpretation of Arthur Miller’s wonderful play
Peter, 15 Jan 2026
Excellent Acting & Storyline This was a very powerful drama with brilliant actors.
I would recommend it to everyone!!
Daisy, 07 Jan 2026
Fab This is one of the best plays ever written and this is a fine production
Patricia, 06 Jan 2026
Loved 🥰 it I was so excited to see Bryan Cranston live after watching him in Breaking Bad.Beautiful theatre.Love history.Theatre is right next door to Leicester Square Station.Great atmosphere outside.Play written by Arthur Miller.Play certainly makes you think.It’s still very relevant unfortunately human kind hasn’t changed for better.Plot slowly reveals.I was worried that my husband would get bored after 2 and half hours 😂 but he got the message.
Silvana, 31 Dec 2025
One of the best things I have ever seen I cannot recommend this hghly ebough. Make sure you see it!
Adrienne, 31 Dec 2025
Thought provoking The show was brilliantly done , clever and emotive and so sad about inner secrets within a family at the cost of the lives of others
Melanie, 20 Dec 2025
Must see drama Set was kept throughout worked for every screen Actors were clear speaking just so believable
Sharon, 20 Dec 2025
Intensive, emotional performances We thoroughly enjoyed the show tonight, having tried to get tickets one month ago. Well worth the wait and lucky to have booked the seats early. A great performance from all the actors. The show was captivating, witty, intense and emotional. The time passed quickly and the audience was enthralled by the performance. You could hear acpin drop. The lighting, sound effects and music all added to the atmosphere. We would thoroughly recommend this play.
Anne, 18 Dec 2025
Superb acting & staging A modern classic, superbly brought to life by an exceptional ensemble, striking staging, and evocative music — a theatrical experience that lingers in the memory.
Juergen, 15 Dec 2025
Excellent production This is an excellent production of a great play.
Cast brilliant. Thoroughly recommend.
Valerie Anne, 11 Dec 2025
Incredible performance! The theater needs to decrease the volume of the speaker during audio. I soup absolutely recommend seeing All My Sons. As well as going to Wyndham Theater. It’s a once and a lifetime opportunity. But Wyndham theater NEEDS to adjust and lower the volume of their speaks during their audio of their shows. The audio was so loud that it injured my eardrums.
Channce, 23 Nov 2025
Sensational Not to be missed. Excellent acting, amazing story,
Keeps you on edge throughout.
Phidias, 20 Nov 2025