A New Chapter for Paddington: The Musical Arrives in London
Get ready, London theatre lovers—this autumn, a certain marmalade-loving bear will make his stage debut. Paddington The Musical is set to premiere at the historic Savoy Theatre in London’s West End, with previews beginning on 1 November 2025. This world premiere is already one of the most anticipated openings of the year.
The production brings the charm of Michael Bond’s original stories and the success of the STUDIOCANAL films into a brand-new theatrical experience for families, fans, and theatregoers alike.
Meet the Creative Team Behind Paddington’s Stage Debut
At the helm of this production are some of the UK’s most celebrated creative talents:
Music and Lyrics: Tom Fletcher – best known as a founding member of McFly and a bestselling children’s author, Fletcher brings his storytelling flair and catchy songwriting to the stage.
Book: Jessica Swale – Olivier Award-winning playwright of Nell Gwynn and screenwriter of the viral short film Leading Lady Parts.
Direction: Luke Sheppard – acclaimed director behind & Juliet and In The Heights, Sheppard brings Paddington’s journey to life with theatrical flair and inventive staging.
Sonia Friedman Productions, STUDIOCANAL, and Eliza Lumley Productions, in partnership with Universal Music UK, are the powerhouse producers behind this world premiere.
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