About
Adriana Mater follows a mother raising her son Yonas, who later seeks revenge after learning the truth about his father. It runs at London Coliseum from 28 November to 12 December 2026.
What to expect
Amid a civil war, Adriana becomes pregnant after a violent assault by a soldier and chooses to raise her son, Yonas, while hiding the truth about his father.
- Yonas later learns the truth about his origin.
- He becomes consumed by a desire for revenge.
- Adriana argues that mercy is stronger than murder.
- Can be seen alone or paired with Tosca.
Dates
Questions
When does Adriana Mater start and end?
Adriana Mater runs Saturday, 28 November 2026, 19:00.
Where is Adriana Mater?
Adriana Mater takes place at London Coliseum, St Martin's Ln, London.
How do I book?
Use the ticket link on the listing.
Can I see it without Tosca?
Yes.
The description says Adriana Mater can be experienced as a stand-alone story.
It can also be paired with Tosca.
What happens in the story?
Adriana becomes pregnant after a violent assault by a soldier during a civil war.
She gives birth to her son, Yonas, and raises him while hiding the truth about his father.
Years later, Yonas learns the truth and wants revenge.
Adriana tries to convince him that true strength lies in mercy, not murder.
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Getting there
London Coliseum, St Martin's Ln, WC2N 4ES London, England, GB
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