My Neighbour Totoro

Gillian Lynne Theatre
Available until 29 March 2026

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Book My Neighbour Totoro tickets for one of the best West End shows in London

The worldwide award-winning theatre production of Hayao Miyazaki's My Neighbour Totoro is live in London! 

  • Dates: 8th March 2025 - 2nd November 2025
  • Age Guidance: 4+
  • Duration: 2 hours 40 minutes (inc. interval)
  • Venue: Gillian Lynne Theatre, London, WC2B 5PW

In collaboration with Improbable and Nippon TV, the five-star, ground-breaking 'triumph' (The Telegraph) production is set to storm the stage of London's West End in 2025.

"Awe-inspiring," - Time Out

Don't miss out on the award-winning, family-friendly Totoro show

Following two rapturously received sell-out shows at London's Barbican theatre, the stage production of the celebrated 1988 animated feature film is heading to the Gillian Lynne Theatre!

  • Find your spirit with the return of the sell-out spectacular, My Neighbour Totoro
  • A story of two sisters who move to the countryside with their father during postwar Japan
  • After exploring the local land, they delve into the neighbouring forest and find mythical creatures far beyond their imagination
  • See the magnificent theatre sets, the most beautiful backdrop for a stunning story
  • Watch award-winning performances with unforgettable costumes
  • Experience a truly inspiring stage production that will entertain all ages 
  • Produced by The Royal Shakespeare Company, the show is spectacularly breathtaking
  • Written by Tom Morton-Smith (Oppenheimer) and directed by Phelim McDermott, the original story takes an enchanting and emotional twist
  • With music composition from Totoro's original composer, Joe Hisaishi 
  • Experience an enchanting coming-of-age story that explores the magical fantasy world of childhood

"A tender and remarkably beautiful show" - Financial Times

Don't miss out on the theatrical event of 2025! With the record-breaking, award-winning Totoro play running for 34 weeks, this limited-time West End show is an unmissable experience!

Location
166 Drury Lane,
London,
WC2B 5PW
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How to find us

Address: Gillian Lynne Theatre, 166 Drury Lane, Holborn, London, WC2B 5PW

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By Tube:

  • Holborn: Five minutes away
  • Covent Garden: Five minutes away

Parking:

  • 24hr Chinatown Car Park: 20 Newport Place, WC2H 7PR
  • Get your ticket validated at the Gillian Lynne Theatre for 50% off parking
Facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Cloakroom
  • Bar
  • Toilets
  • Shop
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transport accessible
More Info
Is the Gillian Lynne Theatre in London wheelchair accessible?

Yes! The Gillian Lynne Theatre provides wheelchair accessible options:

  • There is a step-free access at the main entrance.
  • Assistance dogs are warmly welcome into the theatre.
  • There is a lift near the stage door to enable access.
  • In the stalls, there are two removeable seats that can accommodate wheelchairs.
  • An at-seat service is available for those who are unable to access the bars.
  • There are also two accessible toilets in the venue.
Is there an age recommendation for My Neighbour Totoro at the Gillian Lynne Theatre in London?

My Neighbour Totoro live in London has an age recommendation of 6+.

  • Children under the age of 4 will not be permitted into the theatre.
  • All persons ages 16 or under must be accompanied by an adult and may not sit on their own in the theatre.
  • All persons entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a valid ticket.
Can I bring food and drink to the Gillian Lynne Theatre in London?
  • Food and drink is allowed into the auditorium, but they must be stored in plastic containers.
  • Hot food and glass are prohibited in the auditorium.
  • Drinks purchased from the bar must be transferred into plastic cups before being taken inside the auditorium.
  • The bar serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and small snacks are available to buy.
What is the duration of My Neighbour Totoro at Gillian Lynne Theatre in London?

My Neighbour Totoro live in London has a running time of 2hrs 40mins. There will also be an interval during the performance.

What else is on at the Gillian Lynne Theatre?

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