West End Musical
Paddington The Musical Tickets
The bear from Peru arrives on the West End stage.
The Story
Paddington The Musical — London
Savoy Theatre, Strand, London
Paddington books sold
worldwide since 1958
He arrived at Paddington Station with nothing but a battered suitcase, a jar of marmalade, and a label around his neck that read: "Please look after this bear. Thank you." Michael Bond's small bear from Peru has been one of Britain's most loved characters since 1958 — and now, for the first time ever, Paddington's story comes to life on the West End stage.
The world premiere of Paddington The Musical brings together an extraordinary creative team: music and lyrics by McFly's Tom Fletcher, a book by Olivier Award-winner Jessica Swale, and direction by Luke Sheppard, the force behind & Juliet and Starlight Express. The result is a show as warm, funny, and quietly moving as the books themselves — and a theatrical event that has already become one of the most talked-about openings of the decade.
"This is Paddington as you've never seen him before, brought to life by a team celebrating all of the magic and wonder of live theatre."
After a long journey from darkest Peru, Paddington arrives in London alone, in search of the explorer who once promised him a home. A chance encounter with the Brown family leads to a new life in Windsor Gardens — and a series of comic mishaps that only Paddington could cause. But not everyone in London is pleased to see him. Millicent Clyde, curator of the Natural History Museum's taxidermy collection, has long been searching for one final specimen: a Peruvian bear.
At its heart, this is a story about belonging — about what it means to be welcomed somewhere new, and what a family will risk for the people it loves. It is funny and warm and daft in all the right ways, and it contains the kind of theatrical moments — not least Paddington himself, brought to life through extraordinary puppetry — that audiences will talk about long after the final curtain.
Sonia Friedman Productions, StudioCanal and Eliza Lumley Productions have created a show that honours everything Michael Bond put into his books: the optimism, the good manners, the gentle chaos, and above all, the conviction that kindness always wins in the end.
Notable Songs
I've Arrived The Rhythm of London The Explorer and the Bear Pretty Little Dead Things Don't Touch That One Page at a Time One of UsPress Reviews
A theatrical triumph — warm, funny and genuinely moving. Paddington himself is a showstopper.The Guardian
Pure magic. Tom Fletcher's score is irresistible and Luke Sheppard's production is a joy from start to finish.The Times
The West End's most charming new musical. Paddington will steal your heart all over again.Evening Standard
A perfect family night out — hilarious, heartfelt, and utterly delightful.Time Out
Paddington The Musical Tickets
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Savoy Court, Strand
London, WC2R 0ET
Including an interval
Children under 3 not admitted
available after purchase
loud noises and
pyrotechnics throughout
sound recording equipment
is strictly prohibited
On arrival: display your eTickets on your phone or show the box office a printed ticket. We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before the performance begins. Booster seats are available for younger children on a first-come, first-served basis.
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