Plays

My Neighbour Totoro Tickets

Name: My Neighbour Totoro
Start: 2026-03-21T14:00:00
End: 2026-03-21T16:40:00
Location: Gillian Lynne Theatre

Stage performance of My Neighbour Totoro with Totoro and Catbus characters in West End.

Furry creature on stage at My Neighbour Totoro West End show, surrounded by plants.

Child actor in pink dress during My Neighbour Totoro stage performance, West End.

Stage scene from My Neighbour Totoro show in West End with Totoro and child.

Duration

2 hr 40 min

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

4.9/5

(398)

Alejandro

Jan 2026

Verified booking

5 stars wow, just wow! Took my girl to see My Neighbour Totoro and it was pure magic from start to finish. The puppets are incredible, those little soot sprites scurrying around, the massive fluffy Totoro that makes you want to hug him, and the Catbus zooming across the stage had everyone grinning like kids. The music is beautiful and the whole thing feels so gentle and heartwarming, especially the bits with the sisters dealing with their mum being ill. It really captures that Studio Ghibli wonder without feeling forced. My girlfriend was glued the whole time, and even I got a bit emotional in the quiet moments. One of the best things I’ve seen in London, if you love the film or just want something joyful and special, go see it! Totally worth it.

Robert

Jan 2026

Verified booking

What a truly beautiful show! When booking I was excited to see how they would bring this lovely story to a live action/puppetry version. Without giving too much away, my mind was blown! This is a must-see for adults and children alike. The cast are amazing, Totoro and his friends will take your breath away, and the puppeteers must be congratulated for their amazing expertise. It's a spellbinding production that will stay with me for a very long time.

Margarida

Feb 2026

Verified booking

I was a fan of the movie to begin with but this completely blew me away. I believe it's a story everyone can take something from, regardless of age. The stage production far surpassed my expectations and they were already quite high after seeing Spirited Away. A story about two girls going through a hard and dark period and the first spirit who helps them keep fear from taking over, with so many funny moments in between, it was an absolute joy to watch!

Melanie

Feb 2026

Verified booking

The performance is fantastic. The characters are very imaginative and lovingly designed. The stage sets are magnificent. The actors are very convincing, and the people who move the characters do a great job. The singer and the orchestra are also top-notch. All in all, it is a successful performance for young and old alike.

Satoko

Mar 2026

Verified booking

I had already seen the movie TOTORO several times . And first time for the musical . The stage direction was amazing to excite the audience . I was thinking every moment , what should next appear ? Expressing the forest spirits was so beautiful and mysterious . You can remember your childhood with tears of emotion !

Haci

Dec 2025

Verified booking

Absolutely magical from start to finish! The My Neighbor Totoro theatre production was breathtaking — the stage design, costumes, music, and acting captured the spirit of the film perfectly while adding something truly special of its own. The atmosphere was cozy, emotional, and full of wonder. I smiled the entire time and even teared up a little. A must-see for any Studio Ghibli fan — or anyone who loves beautiful storytelling.

“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 >

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Satoko
Mar 2026
Verified booking
I had already seen the movie TOTORO several times . And first time for the musical . The stage direction was amazing to excite the audience . I was thinking every moment , what should next appear ? Expressing the forest spirits was so beautiful and mysterious . You can remember your childhood with tears of emotion !
Mark
Mar 2026
Verified booking
Really cute performance and some amazing effects. I don't want to spoil it for anyone, but some of the scenes are just incredible. I was smiling throughout the entire performance, bar a couple that were a bit emotional.
Aluce-carolyn
Mar 2026
Verified booking
The play was fantastic. Very cute and designed with great attention to detail. The stage design was also extraordinary and the actors completely swept us away.
Shib
Mar 2026
Verified booking
Tremendous effort by the Team and such lovely props make it life-like. We experienced nothing less than another beautiful version of Miyazaki's creations without diluting the original.
Juliano
Mar 2026
Verified booking
One of the best adaptations I've ever seen. I love the original version, and seeing it live was a wonderful experience, I really recommend it!

Show details

Genre: Play

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

Audience: Suitable for 6+

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.