A person wearing an elaborate costume stands against a purple background. On the left it reads 'Tao Of Glass'.
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Tao Of Glass
Tickets From £28

Venue

@sohoplace

An exploration of life, loss and a single question: Where does true inspiration come from?

Composer Philip Glass and performer-director Phelim McDermott (Improbable) have worked together on acclaimed opera productions in London, New York and beyond, and Tao Of Glass is their most personal collaboration yet. Inspired by a dream, this West End premiere marries ten meditations on life, death and Taoist wisdom with ten brand new pieces of music from Glass, presented by McDermott with an ensemble of musicians and puppeteers.

Part-concert, part-performance, Tao Of Glass is a storytelling tapestry, soundtracked by Glass’s mesmerising music and shot through with Improbable’s trademark theatricality.

Closing

12/09/2026

Running Time

2h30, inc. interval

Genre

Concert, Entertainment

Age & Content

12+

Book Tao Of Glass Tickets

To book access tickets:

Sign Language Interpreted

British Sign Language

Sign Language Interpretation provided by Theatresign

15 August 2026

2:30pm

Audio Described Performance

Audio Described

Audio Description provided by VocalEyes

15 August 2026

2:30pm

3 September 2026

7:30pm

Captioned Performance

Captioned

Captioning provided by Stagetext

21 August 2026

7:30pm

Relaxed Performance

Relaxed

29 August 2026

2:30pm

Frequently asked questions

Tao Of Glass is playing at @sohoplace in London. Your ticket selection will show available performance dates and times, and you can book securely online via Official London Theatre. For the smoothest experience, pick a performance from the calendar and book early for popular dates.
Part-concert, part-performance, Tao Of Glass is a storytelling tapestry, soundtracked by Glass’s mesmerising music and shot through with Improbable’s trademark theatricality.
The running time for Tao Of Glass is 2h30, inc. interval. Duration can occasionally vary slightly by performance, but this is the listed length for the production.
Tao Of Glass is recommended for ages 12+. If you’re bringing younger theatregoers, it’s worth considering themes and attention span alongside the age guidance. Some venues also have their own admission policies, so it can help to double-check requirements before you travel.
Tao Of Glass opens on 24th July 2026 and is currently scheduled to run until 12th September 2026. If you’re planning a trip or booking for a specific week, check the performance calendar for dates and availability, as popular performances can sell faster closer to the run.
Tickets for Tao Of Glass go on sale from 7th May 2026. If you’re looking for the widest choice of seats and dates, booking early is usually best - especially for weekends and peak travel periods. Once on sale, you can select a performance and complete your booking online.
You can buy tickets for Tao Of Glass online through Official London Theatre. Choose your preferred performance in the calendar, select seats if available, and complete your purchase securely.
There isn’t a strict dress code for London theatre, so wear whatever you’ll feel comfortable and confident in. Most people go for smart casual - think jeans or trousers with a nice top, a casual dress, or a shirt and trainers. If you’re heading to an evening show, on a date, or celebrating something, you might fancy dressing up a bit more, but it’s completely optional.
Arriving at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time helps keep things smooth and stress-free, giving you plenty of time to collect tickets, go through security, and get settled in your seat before the performance begins.
Book Tickets from £28