Plays

My Neighbour Totoro

Name: My Neighbour Totoro
Start: 2026-07-18T14:00:00
End: 2026-07-18T16:40:00
Location: Gillian Lynne Theatre

Duration

2 hrs 40 mins

Age Limit

Strictly for 4+ yrs

The Olivier Award-winning adaptation of the Studio Ghibli film is back at Gillian Lynne Theatre for the holiday season!

“Wow is too small a word!” (Broadway World). The “jaw-dropping” (Metro) multi-award-winning My Neighbour Totoro has found its new home in the West End and is now booking until August 2026.

Find your spirit with this "profoundly magical experience" (Elle) and winner of six Olivier awards, as the five-star, widely acclaimed adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s animated feature film appears on stage at the Gillian Lynne Theatre.

With “blockbuster awe-inspiring puppets” (Time Out) from Puppetry Director & Designer Basil Twist and Puppetry Associate Mervyn Millar (War Horse), My Neighbour Totoro is brought to you by the Royal Shakespeare Company and Executive Producer Joe Hisaishi, in collaboration with Improbable and Nippon TV, and adapted by Tom Morton-Smith (Oppenheimer) with direction from Phelim McDermott.

Discover this "huge, healing hug of a show" (The Stage) and book your My Neighbour Totoro London tickets now!

The story

Join sisters Satsuki and Mei as they move to their curious new home in the countryside. Exploring their unfamiliar surroundings, they soon encounter a world of spirits, spritesand magical creatures. Maybe it was all a dream? Or perhaps they really are now friends with the giant, ancient protector of the forest named 'Totoro' and his friend the 'Catbus'.

My Neighbour Totoro: Look into the first performance images >

4.9/5(743)

Sara P

Group

예약 확인

4일 전

This is THE most magical show I have ever seen. If you are wondering if you should buy tickets, don't wonder, buy them. This show is beautiful, full of heart and has the most incredible stage design I have ever seen. All performances are wonderful and I was hooked from the opening scene. In a world that can be so difficult, here you will find pure escapism.

Rachel T

Solo

예약 확인

2026년 6월

The set was incredible. I had seen a taped recording of a stage production of Spirited Away but it is another thing entirely to see it in person! The pit was also incredible, some really skilled folks there. I wouldn't recommend sitting in a row higher than R in the Stalls, because the top of the set gets cut off from view. A child sitting in those seats may be able to see it, but I and other adults around me had to duck at times.

Elif T

Couple

예약 확인

2026년 6월

As a huge Totoro fan, I absolutely loved this show. It felt truly magical from beginning to end. The musicians were fantastic, the actors made the story feel so real, and the puppetry was incredible. Seeing Totoro come to life on stage was an unforgettable experience. I left with a big smile on my face and would recommend it to any Totoro fan.

“Wow is too small a word!” (Broadway World). The “jaw-dropping” (Metro) multi-award-winning My Neighbour Totoro has found its new home in the West End and is now booking until August 2026.

Find your spirit with this "profoundly magical experience" (Elle) and winner of six Olivier awards, as the five-star, widely acclaimed adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s animated feature film appears on stage at the Gillian Lynne Theatre.

With “blockbuster awe-inspiring puppets” (Time Out) from Puppetry Director & Designer Basil Twist and Puppetry Associate Mervyn Millar (War Horse), My Neighbour Totoro is brought to you by the Royal Shakespeare Company and Executive Producer Joe Hisaishi, in collaboration with Improbable and Nippon TV, and adapted by Tom Morton-Smith (Oppenheimer) with direction from Phelim McDermott.

Discover this "huge, healing hug of a show" (The Stage) and book your My Neighbour Totoro London tickets now!

The story

Join sisters Satsuki and Mei as they move to their curious new home in the countryside. Exploring their unfamiliar surroundings, they soon encounter a world of spirits, spritesand magical creatures. Maybe it was all a dream? Or perhaps they really are now friends with the giant, ancient protector of the forest named 'Totoro' and his friend the 'Catbus'.

My Neighbour Totoro: Look into the first performance images >

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George J
Group
예약 확인
지난주
Very good attitude from staff, though London was hot and humid. Our seats were in C29,28,27, Gillian Lynn theatre. Nice surroundings. Play at very good atamatronics, things moved about without being intrusive. I prefer musicals the lone singer was good. Actors were good, but no real standout stars. My children really enjoyed it though. They would see it again!
Sara P
Group
예약 확인
4일 전
This is THE most magical show I have ever seen. If you are wondering if you should buy tickets, don't wonder, buy them. This show is beautiful, full of heart and has the most incredible stage design I have ever seen. All performances are wonderful and I was hooked from the opening scene. In a world that can be so difficult, here you will find pure escapism.
Vicente H
Couple
예약 확인
2026년 6월
The live bunkaru puppetry was just astounding to watch. The girls playing Mei and Satsuki were so energetic to watch onstage, and Joe Hisashi's iconic score was just serene to listen to and watch being played by the live orchestra. Even these words aren't enough to experience the joy of this live extravaganza for all!
Erin U
Couple
예약 확인
지난주
Totoro was amazing!! Everything about it was fantastic. The puppets. The actors. The scenery. ALL OF IT. I am a huge fan of the movie so I was so curious as to how they were going to g to bring it to a stage. They succeeded with flying colors. I hope it comes to the US. IT WAS MAGICAL.
Jacqueline D
Solo
예약 확인
3주 전
It was amazing, like I was looking the movie. I think that was a place not just for kids but also for adults. I went alone, but I didn't feel that way. The actors are really good, the band was amazing and the singer was exceptional. I want to go back to that day

Show details

Genre: Play

Duration: 2 hours 40 minutes (including a 20-minute interval)

Audience: Suitable for 6+; Children below the age of 4 years will not be admitted into the theater.

Theatre Name: Gillian Lynne Theatre

Theatre Facilities: Bar, cloakroom, restrooms, food and beverage allowance, gift shops, water fountain.

Dress Code: Smart casual

Cast and creatives

Leading roles: Victoria Chen as Mei, Ami Okumura Jones as Satsuki, Dai Tabuchi as Tatsuo, Jacqueline Tate as Granny Ōgaki, Ai Ninomiya as Singer (Kaze no Koe)

Director: Phelim McDermott

Adaptor / English Lyrics: Tom Morton-Smith

Composer & Executive Producer: Joe Hisaishi

Production Designer: Tom Pye

Costume Designer: Kimie Nakano

Puppetry Designer: Basil Twist

Additional info

Suggested age for this show is 6+, but younger guests are welcome. The show will be quite long, quite loud in parts, and possibly scary for some younger children at times. Children need to occupy their own seats at all times throughout the performance. This production is not suitable for children under 4 years of age (including babes in arms).

Keep in mind, the theater is air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly. Bring along a light jacket if needed.