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Benjamin Button ages backward in a charming Cornish village, with live music and a touching story. Don't miss this award-winning musical's West End debut.
Awarded Best Musical Production at the 2024 Off West End Awards, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button isn't your typical musical. Lauded by WhatsOnStage and Broadway World with 5-star reviews, the musical is based on an original story by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Jethro Compton (Wolf's Blood, The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance) writes and directs, with music from award-winning Darren Clark (These Trees Are Made of Blood, Day of the Living). Clark’s music features lively Celtic folk melodies, perfectly complementing the fantastical elements of the show.
The story
Born with the physical appearance of an old man in a charming Cornish fishing village, Benjamin Button defies the natural order of aging. As the years progress, he inexplicably grows younger by the day. This peculiar condition isolates Benjamin, yearning for connection in a world that perceives him differently. Can he forge a meaningful life as he journeys backward through time? Book tickets for The Curious Case of Benjamin Button musical to find out!
Musical lovers | Date night | Fantasy enthusiasts
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Guests from United States, Belgium, Netherlands and over 17 countries have loved this experienceMelanie
May, 2025Verified booking
The theater was intimate and the staff was attentive! The artists were playing instruments, singing, and dancing it was beautifully done. My children read this original short story for school this year and they loved comparing how they adapted it to make this musical. The atmosphere in the theater was wonderful. I absolutely recommend the experience anyone looking to see a show in London. I took my 10, 12, and 15 year old boys along with their grandparents. Everyone enjoyed the show!
Peter
Aug, 2025Verified booking
Super! Hopefully it will return to the West End someday.
Sebastiaan
Jun, 2025Verified booking
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Show Details
Genre: Musical
Audience: To be confirmed
Opening Date: 10 October 2024
Closing Date: 03 May 2025
Theatre Name: Ambassadors Theatre
Theatre Capacity: 444
Ambassadors Theatre Seating Plan
Theatre Facilities: Restrooms, bar, wheelchair access
Dress Code: Smart casual
Cast & Crew
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Leading Roles: John Dagleish as Benjamin Button, Oonagh Cox as Ebron, Matthew Burns as Morlan
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Book & Lyrics: Jethro Compton
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Music and Lyrics: Darren Clark
Additional Tips
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Keep in mind, most theatres are air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly. Bring along a light jacket if needed.
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This show is suitable for children aged 12 and above.
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Arrive at least 30 minutes before showtime to find your seats and settle in before the performance starts.
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- You will receive an email with your The Curious Case of Benjamin Button voucher. Please display the same on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID.
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