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The Gillian Lynne Theatre

There's been entertainment on the site since Elizabethan times, but the present New London Theatre dates back to 1973. The ample modernist building has hosted a variety of productions; Cats opened here in 1981, and stayed for the next 21 years. Since 2009 it's been the home of the National Theatre blockbuster War Horse. There's an underground NCP car park adjacent to the theatre, and the nearest tube stations are Holborn (Piccadilly/Central) and Covent Garden (Piccadilly). There are bus stops nearby for routes 1, 59, 68, 134, 168, 171, 188, 243 and X68.

What's On @ The Gillian Lynne Theatre

My Neighbour Totoro

My Neighbour Totoro

1 May 2025 - 26 Mar 2026

A global premiere as Joe Hisaishi and the RSC bring Studio Ghibli’s enchanting classic coming-of-age film to the stage in a landmark new adaptation in collaboration with Improbable and Nippon TV. Exploring the magical fantasy world of childhood and the transformative power of imagination, My Neighbour Totoro follows one extraordinary summer in the lives of sisters Satsuki and Mei as they are swept up in exciting adventures with their new neighbours – transported to a long-forgotten realm of spirits, sprites, and natural wonder. The celebrated 1988 animated feature film by Hayao Miyazaki (Spirited Away) will be brought to the stage by its original composer Joe Hisaishi in this landmark new adaptation written by playwright Tom Morton-Smith (Oppenheimer). Directed by Phelim McDermott with production design by Tom Pye, costume design by Kimie Nakano, and lighting design by Jessica Hung Han Yun, this ground-breaking production will feature puppetry created by Basil Twist and music from Joe Hisaishi’s iconic score performed live.
Concerts By Candlelight - Meat Loaf

Concerts By Candlelight - Meat Loaf

20 May 2025 - 14 Jul 2025

Join us for an incredible night of Meat Loaf anthems by candlelight! Featuring a live cast of West End singers including stars of the West End production of Bat Out of Hell, accompanied by an incredible live rock band, experience the ultimate tribute to Meat Loaf as you have never heard before. This concert will feature some of the most iconic songs of all time including Anything For Love, Bat Out of Hell, Two Out of Three Aint Bad, Dead Ringer for Love and many more! For Crying Out Loud book your tickets now! This unforgettable experience is guaranteed to make your Rock and Roll Dreams Come Through!
Dead Ringers

Dead Ringers

18 Sept 2025 - 22 Oct 2025

To mark its 25th anniversary, BBC Radio 4’s legendary, multi-award-winning topical satire show takes to the road with a full UK tour for the first time. Starring long-standing cast members Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Lewis MacLeod, and Duncan Wisbey the show will take you on a trip through a quarter century of classic sketches & unrivalled impressions, alongside the razor-sharp topical humour which has become the series’ trademark.

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