The Ghost Of White Hart Lane

About The Ghost of White Hart Lane

The Ghost of White Hart Lane is a play at 6 Walker's Court, London, centred on Spurs and Scotland star John White. It traces his journey from humble beginnings just outside Edinburgh to football fame, and tells the story of his death in July 1964, aged 27, after being struck by lightning. The play also follows his son, Rob White, who was five months old when his father died.

Commissioned in 2024 to mark 60 years since John White’s death, the play premiered at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in July 2024, the first live play ever performed there. It later had a one-month run with sell-out shows at Underbelly Edinburgh Fringe in 2024 and Jackson's Lane, Highgate in 2025. It is based on The Ghost of White Hart Lane, the Sunday Times bestseller by Rob White and Julie Welch.

The play explores grief, life growing up without a father and male mental health, while also including John White’s cheeky humour.

Running time: 70 minutes.

Before you book

This show is suitable for ages 12 and above. If a customer requires the assistance of a personal assistant or carer, a complimentary companion ticket is available and can be booked in person, by email or over the phone.

No exchanges or refunds are available after purchase.

Venue

6 Walker's Court, London.