My Neighbour Totoro Tickets

Having children is expensive! But taking them to the theatre doesn’t have to be. It might feel like family theatre tickets are just too much of a stretch, but that’s not the case. We have plenty of deals, discounts and offers to provide you with affordable family theatre fun all year round. The West End has some of the best children’s shows, family entertainment, and theatre shows for teens so whatever your family is into, whatever their age, we have something for you. Don’t miss out on these incredible productions just because you didn’t continue reading to find the cheapest family theatre tickets in London. Discounted family theatre Think you can’t see some of the biggest shows in the West End because of the price tag? You’ll be happy to know that we have some huge savings on some of London’s most popular shows making it affordable family theatre for all. MAMMA MIA! Who hasn’t roped their kids into a full performance of Dancing Queen in the kitchen? MAMMA MIA! is one of the most family-friendly theatre shows in London, and it’s also one of the cheapest family theatre tickets in London, too. Take the whole family to a Greek island as you join Sophie and Sky for their nearing nuptials. But Sophie’s wedding isn’t complete without her dad. Unfortunately for her, she doesn’t know who he is. So she roots around in her mum Donna’s past and invites the three most-likely candidates in the hopes of finding out which one should walk her down the aisle. Fun, energetic and full of ABBA hits, MAMMA MIA! is the ideal show for all ages. And you can save up to 49% on ticket prices, making it one of the most affordable family theatre shows in the West End. Tickets start at just £19. My Neighbour Totoro Sprinkle a little magic into your theatre experience with tickets to My Neighbour Totoro. This stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s most iconic film is a great way to introduce your little ones to theatre. Join sisters Satsuki and Mei as they embark on the summer of their lives! Having to move to a remote home after their mum is hospitalised, the pair struggle to keep themselves entertained. Luckily, playful sprites and forest creatures step in to show them the magic deep in their new home. Full of puppets and wonder, it’s the perfect West End show for children. My Neighbour Totoro won six Olivier Awards and five What’s On Stage Awards, so surely tickets are pricy? You could not be further from the truth. With up to 33% off, you can get discounted family theatre tickets from just £19 each.

The Royal Shakespeare Company, in collaboration with Joe Hisaishi, Nippon TV and Improbable, has announced a final extension for the multi-award-winning stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s My Neighbour Totoro. The production will now run in the West End until 10 January 2027, after which it will conclude its acclaimed London run.

RSC’s My Neighbour Totoro returns after a record-breaking run at the Barbican. Enjoy this coming of age tale, celebrating childlike wonder and imagination, following the journey of two sisters into the countryside. Who plays Totoro in My Neighbour Totoro? Rather than being played by a single actor, Totoro is brought to life by a team of skilled puppeteers, using extraordinary puppets designed by award-winning puppeteer Basil Twist and created by Jim Henson's Creature Shop, with additional puppetry work by Mervyn Millar of Significant Object. Puppeteers of the Totoro puppets include Eero Chen Liu, Gun Suen and Sango Tajima.  Who plays Mei in My Neighbour Totoro? Victoria Chen plays Mei. Her credits include Aladdin (Perth Theatre), The Night Before Christmas (Polka Theatre) and As You Like It (Orange Tree).  Who plays Satsuki in My Neighbour Totoro? Helen Chong Jones plays Satsuki. Some of her previous credits include The Dumping Ground (BBC Tracey Beaker spin off), Gerry and Sewell (Aldwych Theatre) and Hundred Feet Tall (The Old Vic). 

Jump on the Catbus, My Neighbour Totoro is journeying all the way to August 2026! The critically acclaimed stage adaptation of the Studio Ghibli cult classic, has announced its West End extension, and has released brand-new puppet photography to celebrate.  The enchanting show first opened at the Barbican back in 2022, where it picked up six Olivier Awards, the most than any other show that year. It then transferred to the Gillian Lynne Theatre in 2025, where it will now play until 30 August 2026. Kenichi Yoda of Nippon TV and Studio Ghibli said “seeing the show enter its third London year is a heartfelt wish come true,” hoping the magic continues to be shared “with loved ones.”

The lights dim at the Gillian Lynne Theatre and the 3D recreation of the film’s iconic opening credits - which has stood still on stage since the sold-out crowd filtered in - comes to life. The letters bounce, and picture book style insects - with the help of an army of puppeteers - scuttle over the title card. My Neighbour Totoro’s spell of pure wonder has begun. This isn’t just a show - it’s an experience, a celebration of childhood imagination and the quiet magic of the everyday. Back for its second West End run after two critically acclaimed seasons at the Barbican, this adaptation of the Studio Ghibli classic is a breathtaking blend of puppetry, music, and nature brought to life. The story follows young sisters Satsuki (Ami Okumura Jones) and Mei (Victoria Chen) as they move from the city to the countryside with their father, adjusting to a new life while their mother recovers in hospital. What begins as an exploration of their new home soon becomes something more extraordinary as they encounter soot sprites, mischievous forest spirits, and, of course, the giant, enigmatic Totoro. The beauty of My Neighbour Totoro is not in an overly complex narrative, but in the pure joy of childlike wonder, where nature and magic intertwine effortlessly. Nature itself is a character in this production - trees, crafted from cloth and wood, stretch skyward, while seeds and shoots burst from the ground in dazzling displays of life and renewal. Musicians are nestled among twilight trees, offering a jubilant and whimsical soundscape throughout, and show that we - as much as we distance ourselves from it at times - are part of this delicate ecosystem. Paper butterflies flutter, cornfields grow before our eyes, and even the simplest of everyday moments become breathtakingly poetic. 

The Mogul Music Hall is the first theatre known to stand on the site of the theatre we now know as the Gillian Lynne Theatre. Between 1919 and 1965 the venue was named The Winter Gardens and after major renovations became the New London Theatre in 1973. The Gillian Lynne Theatre was home to Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cats which was the longest running musical in West End history when the show closed in 2002. In 2018 the decision was made to rename the theatre to The Gillian Lynne Theatre, after the groundbreaking choreographer, making it the first London Theatre to ever be named after a woman. What are the best seats at the Gillian Lynne Theatre? The theatre's thrust stage protrudes into the auditorium meaning that the seats are on three sides surrounding the stage over the two levels of the Stalls and Dress Circle. Due to this layout some of the seats do offer a side view to the stage but all seats ensure that patrons are close to the action wherever they choose to sit. Gillian Lynne Theatre seating plan

In November, London's West End comes to life with the perfect sprinkle of magic. With the festive season around the corner and fireworks filling the night sky, we welcome flying snowmen, tales of redemption, and anything to keep our tummies warm! We all know that November is one of the cosiest months of the year, so grab your favourite mug, fill it with hot chocolate (extra marshmallows, please), and take a look at our list of shows opening in London in November. While you’re at it, give yourself an early gift by looking at our list of Christmas shows!

Executive Producer Joe Hisaishi, in partnership with the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) has revealed the full cast for the highly acclaimed stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli's beloved My Neighbor Totoro. Set to make a limited return to The Barbican, My Neighbour Totoro will run from November 21, 2023, to March 23, 2024. This coming-of-age story teaches us about the beauty of childhood imagination and its transformative power. Join sisters Satsuki and Mei on what is about to be the most magical summer of their lives.

Autumn sunshine and crimson leaves, crisp night air and bonfire smoke, misty streets and pink skies that shimmer with purple - Autumn is a beautiful (and theatrical) season in the calendar year, and with the addition of these eight must-see plays, the pumpkin-spiced season just got a whole lot more dramatic! The trees may be bare of their leaves, but theatreland is flourishing with a host of new delights. Whether you seek comfort in a classic this Autumn or want a second chance to see a critically acclaimed off-West End show, there's something for everyone. So, grab the warmest scarf in your wardrobe and some sweet treats to munch on, as we take a look at what's on offer this Autumn.

Get ready to unleash your inner spirit with the Royal Shakespeare Company’s highly anticipated return of My Neighbour Totoro. This stunning stage production based on Hayao Miyazaki's beloved animated film will take you straight to the heart of a mystical forest filled with wonder! My Neighbour Totoro will be playing at London’s Barbican for a limited 18-week run starting November 21st and tickets are now on sale.  Winner of not one, not two, but five WhatsOnStage Awards and nominated for an incredible nine Olivier Awards, My Neighbour Totoro has been hailed as an enchanting, genre-defying modern classic. Let’s adventure with Totoro, book your tickets now before they disappear like little spirits!