Plays

My Neighbour Totoro Tickets

Name: My Neighbour Totoro
Start: 2026-11-11T19:00:00
End: 2026-11-11T21:40:00
Location: Gillian Lynne Theatre

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

4.9/5(1,067)

Laurence C

Couple

Verified booking

Yesterday

The stage design and props were phenomenal, in particular the giant Totoro model which was fully articulated and piloted by around 5 or 6 stage hands. Incredible performance and according to my wife very true to the original cartoon.

Emily F

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

As a 25 year veteran Theatre teacher in the US, I have directed and attended 100's of shows. What set this experience apart is simply put: hospitality and artistry. First, I arrived 15 minutes late to the theatre, and the staff were so inviting and accommodating and calmly, respectfully walked me to my seat, and this attitude was reflected through the rest of the FOH team. It definitely settled my embarrassment. Second, the sheer creativity and brilliance I saw onstage from all the actors, technicians, musicians, etc. was absolutely breathtaking, magical, and made me feel like a kid again. I actually shed a tear of joy when one of the lead characters said, "Can anyone hear me?"and a child in the audience, without hesitation, exclaimed, "Yes!" To captivate the audience to that degree and make us sigh, laugh, gasp, and hold our breath the entire time is a feat very few shows possess, and I've come back from London inspired and remembering why I love this artform so much!

Thom G

Group

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

The musical was marvelous. Costume, set design and creatures were amazing! Great acting, script, choreography, and musical production. Everything was wonderful and well worth the price and time. Also, what a great theater. It is not beautiful on the outside like the old theaters. However, the inside is spacious, seats are decent size and comfortable, and the acoustics are wonderful.

Carl M

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Great theatre, very comfortable and intimate despite being on the back row. Show used amazing set design. We've seen the animated movie several times so were curious how they would translate this into stage, but they did an incredible job. Brought my daughter to see this from Australia and it made our trip.

Aine M

Group

Verified booking

Last week

This is an absolutely must see show! I knew the title, but didn't know the story or see the film...but WOW! It was pure magic, so much so that we have booked to go again in 5 weeks time. The flights, hotel and tickets are all booked and I'm already counting down the days to see it again. Breathtaking!

Catrine T

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

For those who love the movie,- this is an absolute "must not miss out on". For everyone else,- this is a fabulous evening filled with wonder. A fantastic show both technical and emotional. I loved every minute of it and so did my daughter.

“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
Catrine T
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
For those who love the movie,- this is an absolute "must not miss out on". For everyone else,- this is a fabulous evening filled with wonder. A fantastic show both technical and emotional. I loved every minute of it and so did my daughter.
Laura F
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
It was easy to book our theatre tickets with Headout and they reach out to help you if you need any suggestions or help for your trip. I had a wonderful day out and would use Headout again.
Kara H
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Absolutely lived up to the hype. The puppetry and set design were both glorious. The cat bus scene in particular was beautifully imagined.
Hillary C
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
This was my (family's) only chance to watch a Ghibli Stage Play and it was the most magical experience being able to see it.
Emily F
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
As a 25 year veteran Theatre teacher in the US, I have directed and attended 100's of shows. What set this experience apart is simply put: hospitality and artistry. First, I arrived 15 minutes late to the theatre, and the staff were so inviting and accommodating and calmly, respectfully walked me to my seat, and this attitude was reflected through the rest of the FOH team. It definitely settled my embarrassment. Second, the sheer creativity and brilliance I saw onstage from all the actors, technicians, musicians, etc. was absolutely breathtaking, magical, and made me feel like a kid again. I actually shed a tear of joy when one of the lead characters said, "Can anyone hear me?"and a child in the audience, without hesitation, exclaimed, "Yes!" To captivate the audience to that degree and make us sigh, laugh, gasp, and hold our breath the entire time is a feat very few shows possess, and I've come back from London inspired and remembering why I love this artform so much!

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.