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The acclaimed historical drama film Hamnet is in the midst of a strong awards season run, and fans of the film will have a chance to see its live theatrical counterpart here in San Francisco this spring.
Tickets are already available to see Hamnet at SF’s Toni Rembe Theater from April 22nd to Mary 24th, 2026.
Here’s a closer look.
Hamnet USA Tour 2026
The Royal Shakespeare Company and Neal Street Productions are co-producing the U.S. Hamnet tour, which will play in Chicago from Feb. 10th to March 8th, Washington, D.C. from March 17th to April 12th, and San Francisco from April 22nd to May 24th.
In San Francisco, fans can now purchase tickets online to see Hamnet at the Toni Rembe Theater. Single tickets range from $25 to $130.
The stage adaptation of Hamnet enjoyed a successful run in Stratford-upon-Avon and London’s West End in 2023. Ajani Cabey, who played Hamnet in the 2023 production, will reprise his role as Hamnet for the U.S. tour.
🌐 Website and tickets: American Conservatory Theater
The story of Hamnet and film adaptation
The film and stage adaptations of Hamnet are based on Maggie O’Farrell’s 2020 novel of the same name. The story focuses on the lives of William Shakespeare and his wife Agnes (Anne) Hathaway, in the wake of the death of their 11-year-old son, Hamnet. Shakespeare eventually channels the pain of this loss into writing Hamlet.
Even if you’re not familiar with the story of Hamnet, it’s likely on your radar right now as the 2025 film adaptation is currently receiving widespread acclaim. Directed by Chloé Zhao and starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, the film has already received major awards for “Best Motion Picture – Drama” and “Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama” for Buckley at the Golden Globes. Buckley also won the Critics’ Choice Award for Best Actress.
🌐 Showtimes: Find local showtimes for the Hamnet film here