Book The Boy at the Back of the Class tickets and experience this heart-warming, best‑selling story live on stage
The smash-hit, joyful play based on the best-selling novel returns with a powerful celebration of friendship, kindness and compassion. Told through a child’s eyes, this uplifting production follows the arrival of Ahmet - a quiet new boy in class - and the extraordinary plan his classmates create to help reunite him with his family.
- Dates: 7th – 12th April 2026
- Age Restrictions: Recommended for ages 7+ | Under‑12s must be accompanied by an adult
- Duration: 2hrs 10mins (includes interval)
- Venue: Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank Centre, Belvedere Rd, London SE1 8XX
“A lovely, warm‑hearted celebration of courage and friendship” – The Guardian
“There used to be an empty chair at the back of the class…”
When Ahmet arrives at school, he doesn’t speak, smile or join in - and he certainly doesn’t like sweets. But when his classmates discover that he is a refugee who has escaped a war‑torn country, they create “The Greatest Idea in the World”: an unforgettable plan to help reunite him with his family.
Balancing humour and heart, The Boy at the Back of the Class is a reminder of the power of courage, empathy and the importance of helping others find a place to call home.
Book The Boy at the Back of the Class tickets today and experience this uplifting, compassionate story live at the Southbank Centre. Tickets delivered instantly via email & SMS.