Plays

My Neighbour Totoro Tickets

Name: My Neighbour Totoro
Start: 2026-05-23T14:00:00
End: 2026-05-23T16:40:00
Location: Gillian Lynne Theatre

Child on Totoro's back in a forest setting during My Neighbour Totoro stage production.

Stage actors on a bicycle in a scene from My Neighbour Totoro production.

Stage performance of My Neighbour Totoro with actors and puppet chickens.

Performers with Totoro puppets in a stage production scene.

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(572)

Andre G

Solo

Verified booking

3 days ago

I had the chance to see the show whilst I was on personal leave in London, and it was such a brilliant experience. The venue itself was fantastic, and the performances were excellent across the board, with the live musicians adding so much to the atmosphere. Seeing the giant mechanical Totoro in person was a real highlight; completely immersive and genuinely unforgettable. A special memory from my time in London.

Yvonne L

Solo

Verified booking

Last week

A wonderful performance full of magic, humor, and heart. The actors brought their roles to life with such passion. The set design was surprising in parts—especially since the orchestra was integrated into it—and overall very impressive. There were simply so many lovely moments, both big and small. Highly recommended for children and adults alike.

Wiktoria D

Group

Verified booking

5 days ago

It was genuinely one of the best plays i have ever seen. The stage was absolutely beautiful and the play was beautifully executed. The main actors made it an unforgettable performance, but the side character actors really rounded everything off and made it truly magical.

Fatemeh A

Couple

Verified booking

Yesterday

The performance was amazing, just the chairs could have been more comfortable. We were in circle C-43-44

Barbara G

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

It was an wonderful moment! My 10 years old daughter, who doesnt speak english, loved it!!! the set design, the live music, the actors.... it was an amazing show that I am recommanding to all my friends visiting London!

Claudia L

Solo

Verified booking

Last week

Everything was perfect - story, actors, music. But the stage work and how they brought Tototro to life was extraordinary - please don´t stop in August as I have to come and watch again with family and friends!!!!

“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.

572 reviews
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What our guests say
Ella H
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The special effects in the set design left a lasting impression. The actors don't sing themselves; instead, a singer performs during the live music.
Brittany R
Solo
Verified booking
5 days ago
The "puppetry" of all the forest sprites and spirits was really amazing. And the set which had the orchestra more or less inba tree house was really beautiful. I wasn't expecting the woman who sang the soundtrack songs - that was a nice touch! Generally a show full of whimsy and magical moments. I do find adult actors acting as a four year old a bit jarring/weird but I understand why that must be done. And I've always felt Totoro was light on plot - but thats more an issue with the source material than this play which was done exceptionally faithfully to the film. Lots to enjoy and definitely a good evening out.
Andre G
Solo
Verified booking
3 days ago
I had the chance to see the show whilst I was on personal leave in London, and it was such a brilliant experience. The venue itself was fantastic, and the performances were excellent across the board, with the live musicians adding so much to the atmosphere. Seeing the giant mechanical Totoro in person was a real highlight; completely immersive and genuinely unforgettable. A special memory from my time in London.
Yvonne L
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
A wonderful performance full of magic, humor, and heart. The actors brought their roles to life with such passion. The set design was surprising in parts—especially since the orchestra was integrated into it—and overall very impressive. There were simply so many lovely moments, both big and small. Highly recommended for children and adults alike.
Wiktoria D
Group
Verified booking
5 days ago
It was genuinely one of the best plays i have ever seen. The stage was absolutely beautiful and the play was beautifully executed. The main actors made it an unforgettable performance, but the side character actors really rounded everything off and made it truly magical.

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

Children under the age of 4 will not be allowed into the theatre. The suggested age for this show is 6+.

The performance is approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes long, features loud noises in parts, and may be scary for some younger children. All children must occupy their own seats at all times.

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