The Afronauts
'As long as a man can dream, he can push the limits of what’s possible.' Zambia, 1964: the space race has a new contender.
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The Afronauts at The Royal Court Theatre (SW1W 8AS London), 6 dates from 14 to 21 November 2026, from £28.80. Tickets available.
Checked on 14 October 2026.
Overview
'As long as a man can dream, he can push the limits of what’s possible.'Zambia, 1964: the space race has a new contender.
As the world’s great powers set their sights on the moon, a schoolteacher gathers a group of misfit dreamers and trains them for lift-off.
The true(ish) story of the Zambian Space Program, and a nation’s defiant dream to reach for the stars. A world premiere from Sky Arts Award-winning playwright Ryan Calais Cameron (For Black Boys, Retrograde).
'The Afronauts is a love letter to the dreamers history forgot. It’s about what happens when imagination becomes a form of resistance, and how the fight for freedom isn’t just political, it’s cosmic.'Ryan Calais Cameron
Captioned:
Tuesday 8th December 7:30pm
Audio-described:
Saturday 5th December 1:30pm
Chilled Performance:
Saturday 19th December 1:30pm
Getting there
The Royal Court Theatre
The Royal Court Theatre hosts concerts and shows in London.
- Address
- Sloane Square, SW1W 8AS London
- Time
Tickets & pricing
Tickets available
Book tickets| Category | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Box office | from £28.80 | as listed by the ticket seller |
Accessibility & rules
- Audience
- All audiences
- Format
- In person
Poster
6 dates
| Date | Theatre | Availability | Price | Book now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Court Theatre | Tickets available | from £28.80 | Book now | |
| The Royal Court Theatre | Tickets available | from £28.80 | Book now | |
| The Royal Court Theatre | Tickets available | from £28.80 | Book now | |
| The Royal Court Theatre | Tickets available | from £28.80 | Book now | |
| The Royal Court Theatre | Tickets available | from £28.80 | Book now | |
| The Royal Court Theatre | Tickets available | from £28.80 | Book now |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does The Afronauts take place?
The Afronauts takes place at The Royal Court Theatre (SW1W 8AS London).
When does The Afronauts take place?
The Afronauts has 6 dates in London. Next scheduled date: Sat, 14 Nov 2026, 18:30.
How much longer is The Afronauts running?
6 performances of The Afronauts are still scheduled at The Royal Court Theatre, the last one on 21 Nov. Dates can be added if the run is extended.
What time does The Afronauts start?
The Afronauts starts at 18:30 on 14 November 2026 at The Royal Court Theatre. Doors usually open earlier; the exact time is on the ticket.
How much are tickets for The Afronauts?
Tickets for The Afronauts start from £28.80, as listed by the ticket seller. Indicative price, to be confirmed on the official box office.
Are tickets still available for The Afronauts?
Tickets were available to book on the official box office at the last check.
How do I get to The Royal Court Theatre?
The Royal Court Theatre is located at Sloane Square, SW1W 8AS London. Public transport is recommended; full directions are on the venue page.
How do I book tickets for The Afronauts?
Tickets can be booked on the official box office, accessible from TicketMundi: https://ticketmundi.com/gb/go/tickets?event=tour-the-afronauts.
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