Paddington musical extends Savoy Theatre run to June 2028
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New cast members began performances on 28 October as *Paddington the Musical* approaches its first anniversary at the Savoy Theatre. The West End run has been extended through 25 June 2028, following a record-tying seven Olivier Awards, including best new musical.
Abbie Purvis and Hassan Taj alternate as Paddington on stage, with Sonny Monaghan providing his voice and controlling the bear’s facial expressions remotely. Based on Michael Bond’s 1958 book and the 2014 film, the show has music and lyrics by Tom Fletcher; Broadway previews are scheduled for 30 March 2027, with a Sydney production due in September 2027.
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In short
- New cast members have begun performing at the Savoy.
- The West End run now continues until 25 June 2028.
- The show is also set for Broadway and Sydney.
How this story developed
- 2 minutes ago The latest account adds that the show also won recognition at the WhatsOnStage Awards and from the Critics’ Circle, and credits Jessica Swale as writer and Luke Sheppard as director.
- 12 minutes ago New performers began appearing in Paddington the Musical on 28 October as its West End run, already extended to June 2028, neared its first anniversary after a record-tying seven Olivier Awards.
Explained simply
Paddington Bear is a children’s character created by British author Michael Bond, first appearing in a 1958 book. The stories follow a polite bear from Peru who lives with the Brown family in London, and have since been adapted for film and stage.
The musical brings the character to life with a performer in a bear costume and remote-controlled puppetry. Its creative team includes songwriter Tom Fletcher, writer Jessica Swale and director Luke Sheppard. The show is part of a wider history of Paddington adaptations, with productions planned for Broadway and Sydney as well as London.
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Originally published by Variety as “‘Paddington the Musical’ Extends West End Run Through 2028 After Olivier Awards Sweep”.