Stephen Ward the 1960s–set musical about the Profumo affair will close at the end of this month.
The show which received its world première in December has music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, book and lyrics by playwright Christopher Hampton and lyrics by Don Black. It is directed by Richard Eyre.
Alexander Hanson plays the title role with Charlotte Spencer as Christine Keeler and Charlotte Blackledge as Mandy Rice Davies.
Robert Fox, producer, said: “I am very proud of the show and our wonderful Company. Andrew has never been afraid to embrace difficult and challenging subject matters and Ward’s strong and compelling story highlights a serious miscarriage of justice.
"The piece set out to explore his fascinating life as a piece of serious theatre which has now been told to a new generation. The strong critical reviews commend what I think is possibly Andrew’s best score in years, paired with some of the finest writing and lyrics Don and Christopher have ever delivered.
"I am very sad to see the show close in London but firmly believe this piece will be seen by many audiences in the future.”
Stephen Ward plays London's Aldwych Theatre and is booking to 29 March. For further information and booking visit the Stephen Ward web site.