First look at 45 Years

News 17 Jun 2026

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See Gabriel Byrne, Geraldine James and Gillian Bevan in the new production images for 45 Years. This world premiere adaptation of Andrew Haigh’s critically acclaimed 2015 film is an achingly tense, intimate and moving dance to the music of time.

Now playing in the Minerva Theatre only until 11 July. Tickets are limited, book now. 

An older woman wearing a blue shirt is stood with her arms crossed. She looks out in front of her with a contented smile.
Geraldine James as Kate in 45 Years at Chichester Festival Theatre
An older man is stood with his arms folded and a dismayed expression. He wears corduroy trousers, a blue check shirt and a gilet.
Gabriel Byrne as Geoff in 45 Years at Chichester Festival Theatre
A man and a woman slow dance, looking into each others eyes with tenderness. The woman wears a blue shirt, the man wears a blue checked shirt and a gilet.
Gabriel Byrne as Geoff and Geraldine James as Kate in 45 Years at Chichester Festival Theatre
Three actors are stood on a minimal set. The floor is a large carpeted square, above them is a smaller square, glowing blue, suspended from the ceiling. At the front of the stage, a man and woman are stood close together looking out as the man points to something in the distance. Behind them, another woman looks on.
Gillian Bevan, Gabriel Byrne and Geraldine James in 45 Years at Chichester Festival Theatre
An older man and woman are stood in an embrace. She looks out with a contemplative expression, while his face is covered by hers. They are both wearing formal black clothing. A blue light from above creates atmosphere.
Gabriel Byrne as Geoff and Geraldine James as Kate in 45 Years at Chichester Festival Theatre
A man and woman are on a minimal set. The floor is a large carpeted square, above them is a smaller square suspended from the ceiling. She stands, facing towards him, as he sits in a chair with a book in his hands.
Gabriel Byrne as Geoff and Geraldine James as Kate in 45 Years at Chichester Festival Theatre

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