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THE
STORY
STORY
My Neighbour Totoro
Theatre
Barbican Centre
Duration
150 minutes
Age Restrictions
6+ years
Based on the celebrated 1988 animated feature film, My Neighbour Totoro is a classic coming-of-age story, with a little bit of magic thrown in for good measure. It tells the tale of Mei – a young girl thrust into difficult circumstances, who soon finds herself transported to an enchanted land filled with spirits and sprites. It’s an inspiring tale of friendship, showing its audience how important our friends can be when searching for comfort in difficult times.
My Neighbour Totoro previously ran at the Barbican in 2022, when it broke box-office records for the most ticket sales ever achieved in the space of one day. It has only grown in popularity since that point, so if you don’t want to miss out, then we advise getting your tickets as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!
Read MoreAfter its initial run, it became one of the most awarded theatrical productions of all time, sweeping the Oliviers at this year’s ceremony. This included the highly prestigious Best Entertainment or Comedy Play Award, as well as numerous creative awards.
The play has enjoyed critical acclaim for its extensive use of puppetry, with puppeteer Basil Twist having received a WhatsOnStage award for his outstanding work. Bringing to life a variety of both farm animals and otherworldly creatures, the puppetry is truly a sight to behold. My Neighbour Totoro has also received praise for its dazzling musical score by Joe Hisaishi, who similarly composed the original film. Performed by a live band, there are mesmerising scenes of musical storytelling, further adding to the magic.
INFO
Info
My Neighbour Totoro Tickets
Choose your seats via our live booking platform. Once payment is completed, you will receive an email confirmation with your booking reference number and eTickets.
Upon arrival at the venue, display the eTickets on your phone or show the box office a printed ticket.
Which Theatre
Barbican Centre at Silk Street, London, GB EC2Y 8DS.
Any Questions
If you have questions about your ticket purchase, contact our customer services team at 020 3670 8887
Good to Know
Strobe lighting is used several times during the performance.
Age Recommendation
For ages six and above.
Can I Video or Take Photos?
The use of camera and sound recording equipment is strictly prohibited.
CAST
CREATIVE
CREATIVE
Creatives
Tom Morton-Smith – Adapter
Phelim McDermott – Director
Tom Pye – Production Designer
Puppetry – Basil Twist
Kimie Nakano – Costume Designer
Jessica Hung Han Yun – Lighting Designer
Will Stuart – Orchestrator and Arranger
Tony Gayle – Sound Designer
You-Ri Yamanaka – Movement
Finn Ross – Video Designer
Andrea Scott – Video Designer
Pippa Hill – Dramaturg
Hannah Miller – Casting Director
Griselda Yorke – Exectutive Producer
Joe Hisaishi – Executive Producer
