Simon’s Story

Simon met Dennis outside Heaven nightclub as an 18-year-old art student in 1983 and moved in with him shortly after. Personally and creatively, Dennis and his Spitalfields home opened a new world of possibilities that allowed Simon’s work to develop in a unique way.

The play is drawn from extensive interviews with Simon’s final partner, Patrick Handscombe. It includes an opportunity to view examples of Simon’s ceramic work.

The play lasts for approximately 60 minutes.

Essential Information

• Please be punctual or early for the play. Latecomers cannot be admitted.
• The play is limited to an audience of eight, which means we cannot accommodate changes or cancellations. Tickets are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged or transferred.
• Please note that there are no toilet facilities at Dennis Severs’ House. We recommend the extensive free cloakrooms at Liverpool Street Station.
• One ticket is valid for one guest only.
• Guests must be 18 years of age or older.
• Content warning – the play contains references to injury and sex.
• Be aware that as part of the performance, the audience walks through the house and climbs a lot of stairs. Due to the age and character of the building – its dim lighting, uneven floors, steep stairs and other hazards – please follow safety instructions from the staff.
• Some spaces in the house are confined and – at times – you may end up in close quarters with your fellow audience members.
• Only handbags and small backpacks are allowed. We will ask you to carry these in your hand or wear them on your front. We do not have space to store luggage or pushchairs.
• Stiletto heels cannot be worn because they damage the fabric of the building.
• A good understanding of spoken English is necessary to enjoy the play to its fullest.

For more information, please read our Terms & Conditions before your visit.