Musicals

Starlight Express Tickets

Performers in futuristic costumes on roller skates in Starlight Express show.

Performers in futuristic costumes on stage during Starlight Express show.

Performer in futuristic costume during Starlight Express show.

Performers in colorful costumes on stage during Starlight Express show.

Duration

2 hr 20 min

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Starlight Express is back after two decades to kick up a storm at the purpose-built Starlight Auditorium at Troubadour Wembley Park Theater.

4.8/5(449)

Susan R

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Absolutely brilliant. I first saw this show about 40years ago and it is still fabulous. Atmosphere is amazing. Ever character were just as brilliant as each other. They all made the show ! Costumes were fabulous. Funny moments, jolly moments and sad moments. A great show to see. Highly recommmend and would go again for a 3rd time ! My daughter thougt it was just as brilliant as I did.

Mitchell P

Group

Verified booking

4 days ago

The overall experience is just more fun than most musicals can manage. The races, 'crashes', and scooter tricks kept everyone enthralled. The cast seemed to be having a great time too, with several giving my daughter fist bumps while they took pauses on the tracks near our seats.

Robert N

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

We arrived late and were treated with great courtesy and sympathy. Ten minutes into the performance we were shown quickly to our seats and felt as though we hadn't missed a thing. The show was electric and spellbinding both for a six-year-old and her 72 year-old grandfather.

Andrew M

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

A magical adventure! Put aside all preconceived notions of what a performance should be and relish the delight of a sight and sound spectacle that goes beyond imagination. We loved this show, even my teenage son who's not easily impressed.

Jennifer C

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

The costumes, singing, storyline and fast pace were brilliant. We loved the skating and forgot they were actually on wheels most of the time. A truly entertaining show.

Seitter T

Group

Verified booking

Last week

The actors' passion was amazing. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience! We would do it again in a heartbeat. The staff is also very friendly.

Andrew Lloyd Webber's Starlight Express is returning with a fresh take from director Luke Sheppard (& Juliet, The Little Big Things). In Webber's Tony and Olivier-nominated masterpiece, trains come alive in a high-octane race for glory. Enjoy favorites like Pumping Iron and Only He (or Only You), alongside some exciting updates – including a feminist twist on a beloved song. This revival of Starlight Express holds a deeper meaning for Lloyd Webber, a heartfelt tribute to his late son whose childhood love of trains sparked the show's creation. Don't miss this chance to experience a timeless classic reimagined for a new generation!

The story

Rusty, a brave steam engine, finds himself locked in a high-stakes competition against Greaseball, a ruthless diesel spewing fumes of arrogance, and Electra, a sleek electric powerhouse. Their ultimate prize? The coveted affection of Pearl, a glamorous observation car. But amidst the screech of metal wheels and the roar of engines, a deeper question lingers: can a love story survive in a world obsessed with speed and victory? Will Rusty defy the odds and capture Pearl's heart? Book your tickets to Starlight Express in London and discover the answer for yourself.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Andrew M
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
A magical adventure! Put aside all preconceived notions of what a performance should be and relish the delight of a sight and sound spectacle that goes beyond imagination. We loved this show, even my teenage son who's not easily impressed.
Riley N
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Wow, just WOW! Fantastic arena, incredible performers, a thoroughly enjoyable experience! Also the accessibility team were brilliant too
Kevin M
Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
I had read the reviews - performers racing around tracks around and amongst the audience. It sounded unbelievable - I had to see it. I arrived at the Theatre to soak in the atmosphere and to see the auditorium (plus find my seat) to be told that we could not enter until 20 - 30 minutes before the performance started. The doors opened and the staff were briliant in getting everyone to their seats and all Safety announcements made. Once it started I was mesmorised by the skills of the actors doing what they did on skates and the speeds around the tracks - especially the two 'marshalls' on their scooters - and they sang. I have been asked if the show met my expectations, my respose was 'far exceeded them. I would love to go again and sit in a different part of the auditorium for a different experience but the show, very sadly, finishes soon. To anyone who is in doubt, if you can GO - you will will thoroughly enjoy the show.
Susan R
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Absolutely brilliant. I first saw this show about 40years ago and it is still fabulous. Atmosphere is amazing. Ever character were just as brilliant as each other. They all made the show ! Costumes were fabulous. Funny moments, jolly moments and sad moments. A great show to see. Highly recommmend and would go again for a 3rd time ! My daughter thougt it was just as brilliant as I did.
Mitchell P
Group
Verified booking
4 days ago
The overall experience is just more fun than most musicals can manage. The races, 'crashes', and scooter tricks kept everyone enthralled. The cast seemed to be having a great time too, with several giving my daughter fist bumps while they took pauses on the tracks near our seats.

Show Details

Genre: Musical

Audience: Suitable for 3+

Theater Name: Troubadour Wembley Park Theater

Theater Capacity: 2,000

Theater Facilities: Accessible toilets, bar, restaurant, shop, water fountain, cloakroom, wheelchair accessible, hearing assistance, guide dogs allowed, baby changing facilities

Dress Code: Smart casual

Cast & crew

Leading roles: Gavin Adams as Rusty, Jade Marvin as Momma, Olivia Ringrose as Greaseball, Asher Forth as Electra, Sophie Naglik as Pearl, Georgia Pemberton as Dinah, Ollie Augustin as Volta, Evan Taylor Benyacar as Killerwatt, Cletus Chan as Silver Bullet, Iwan James as Golden Eagle

Director: Luke Sheppard

Music: Andrew Lloyd Webber

Lyrics: Richard Stilgoe

Set Designer: Tim Hatley

Costume Designer: Gabriella Slade

Lighting Designer: Howard Hudson

Additional Tips

Most theaters are air-conditioned year-round, so it can get a bit chilly. Bring a light jacket just in case.

Children aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Children under 3 will not be admitted.

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