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Trial By Jury & The Zoo
Tickets From £24.25

Venue

London Coliseum

A wildly ridiculous romance

One doomed engagement. Two brilliantly matched comic operas.

Trial By Jury & The Zoo come together in this wildly entertaining pairing. Acting as the prequel and sequel to the same ill fated love story, these rarely performed works are full of wit, absurdity and unexpected twists.

Directed by John Savournin, enjoy a rare glimpse of Sullivan’s early work alongside the first success of one of opera’s most legendary partnerships.

Book your tickets for Trial By Jury & The Zoo live at the London Coliseum in 2027.

The course of true love never did run smooth. Especially in Sullivan’s The Zoo, where we meet a pair of young lovers who, despite hidden identities, secret marriages and mischievous mix-ups, manage to become engaged.

But the story doesn’t end there. In this hilarious pairing of the two operettas, we then head to the courtroom for Trial by Jury, where Angelina is suing former fiancé Edwin for breach of promise. Cue chaos, joyous absurdity and an unexpected twist – courtesy of a romantically-inclined judge.

Closing

12/03/2027

Running Time

1h25, no interval

Genre

Opera

Age & Content

5+ | Children under 5 are not allowed into the auditorium.

Please Note:

The Zoo is a comedy but includes depictions of violence including suicide attempts. Trial by Jury is a comedy but includes depictions of slapstick violence and coercive humour.

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No accessibility performances are currently scheduled for this show.

Frequently asked questions

Trial By Jury & The Zoo is playing at London Coliseum 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.
Trial By Jury & The Zoo come together in this wildly entertaining pairing. Acting as the prequel and sequel to the same ill fated love story.
The running time for Trial By Jury & The Zoo is 1h25, no interval. Duration can occasionally vary slightly by performance, but this is the listed length for the production.
Trial By Jury & The Zoo is recommended for ages 5+ | Children under 5 are not allowed into the auditorium.. 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.
Trial By Jury & The Zoo opens on 4th March 2027 and is currently scheduled to run until 12th March 2027. 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 Trial By Jury & The Zoo 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 Trial By Jury & The Zoo 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.
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