Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny
Enjoy an unforgettable trip to Mahagonny, where everything has a price...
Starting Monday, 16 February 2026
About the Show
Consumerism meets hedonism in ENO’s alluring new production of Kurt Weill and Bertolt Brecht’s rarely performed and frighteningly relevant tale of satisfaction at any price.
nter the City of Mahagonny, where the pleasure is all yours – if you’re willing to pay for it. Lose yourself in a desert boomtown built on the foundations of greed and moral corruption.
Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny tells the story of three criminals on the run who find Mahagonny, a city of gold. In a place where absolutely anything goes, everything is permitted and the rules are, there are no rules. The question is, who will get out alive?
Weill’s musical style in Mahagonny combines opera with the popular music of the time, ragtime and jazz. He mixes the standard orchestra with the banjo and bass guitar, creating a unique yet recognisable sound with the Alabama Song which was later recorded by artists including David Bowie and The Doors. Weill’s distinctive melodies form a delicious contrast to libretto written by the playwright Bertolt Brecht. Enjoy an unforgettable trip to the City of Mahagonny.
Key Details
Age Restriction
Children under the age of 15 will not be admitted.Run time
2hrs 30minsImportant Notice
No Under 15's – unless specifically stated otherwise Children under the age of 16 must be seated with an adult/someone over 18. The adult cannot be sitting separately. Our cloakroom fee is £2 per item, whether it’s a bag or a coat. We can accommodate small bags, coats, and other small items. We class a small bag as standard rucksack size or smaller or a standard handbag. Our cloakroom opens 75 minutes before the performance. It remains open for 30 minutes following the show Latecomers - if you are late, you will be able to view the performance on a TV monitor whilst our staff wait for an appropriate point in the performance to allow you to enter the auditorium and take your seat. Our staff will try to do this as early as they can within the performance but this isn’t always possible and in some cases you may be asked to wait until the interval.Venue Address
Nearest Tube Station
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the runtime of Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny?
The runtime for Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny at London Coliseum is 2hrs 30mins.
What theatre is Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny playing at?
Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny is playing at London Coliseum, the address is 33 St Martin's Lane, London,WC2N 4ES.
How to get to Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny?
The closest tube station to Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny is Leicester Square and the closest train station is Charing Cross.
When is Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny is playing until?
Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny is booking until Friday, 20 February 2026 at the London Coliseum.
What is the age restriction for Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny?
For Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny the age recommendation is as follow: Children under the age of 15 will not be admitted..
How much does tickets for Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny cost?
Tickets for Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny start from £26.
Where can I buy tickets for Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny?
You can buy tickets for Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny on this page, by clicking on the "Find the best seat" button above.