A powerful stage adaptation of Christy Lefteri’s bestselling novel about a Syrian couple’s journey to find safety, dealing with themes of war and migration.
If you have been looking for something different to see at the Theatre Royal Brighton this month, the stage adaptation of The Beekeeper of Aleppo is arriving in town from Tuesday, 9 June, through to Saturday, 13 June 2026. Based on the novel by Christy Lefteri, the story follows Nuri, a beekeeper, and his wife Afra, an artist, as they navigate the difficult journey from Syria to the UK. It is a production brought to the stage by Martin Dodd for UK Productions Ltd, in association with Nottingham Playhouse, and it deals with themes like trauma, loss, and the realities of forced migration.
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The creative team behind this adaptation includes Nesrin Alrefaai and Matthew Spangler, with direction by Anthony Almeida, building on the original direction by Miranda Cromwell. On stage, you will see Adam Sina playing Nuri and Farah Saffari as Afra, supported by a cast that includes Joseph Long, Aram Mardourian, Alia Lahlou, Princess Khumalo, Dona Atallah, Mohsen Ghaffari, and Helena Massoud. The play runs for approximately two hours, including an interval, which is worth keeping in mind if you are planning your evening.
Regarding the schedule, the theatre is hosting regular evening performances at 19:30 from Tuesday to Saturday. If you prefer a daytime show, there are matinee performances available on both Wednesday and Saturday at 14:30. The venue is located on New Road, and the staff generally suggest arriving about 20 to 30 minutes before the curtain rises to get settled. Ticket prices start from around ÂŁ15.00 to ÂŁ23.95, depending on the seat and booking options.
Because the play covers sensitive topics such as war, violence, bereavement, the loss of a child, sexual abuse, mental health, and migration, it is recommended for audiences aged 13 and over. It is a heavy subject matter, so it is worth considering that before booking. If you are familiar with the book, this production aims to bring that same narrative to the stage, focusing on the personal experiences of the characters as they move through their journey.
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