My Neighbour Totoro

About My Neighbour Totoro

My Neighbour Totoro at the Gillian Lynne Theatre in London’s West End is the stage production of Studio Ghibli’s 1988 animated film. It follows sisters Satsuki and Mei through one extraordinary summer, exploring childhood imagination and a changing family life.

The production is brought to the stage by the Royal Shakespeare Company, in collaboration with Improbable and Nippon TV, with executive producer Joe Hisaishi and adaptation by Tom Morton-Smith. It is the winner of six Olivier Awards and has returned after its earlier run.

Described as a record-breaking production, it combines theatre, puppetry and live music in a staging that has been widely recognised for its scale and craftsmanship.

Key facts: Running time 2 hours 40 minutes, including a 20 minute interval.

Before you book

Age recommendation is 6+. The production is not suitable for children under 6 years of age, including babes in arms. Children under 4 years of age, including babes in arms, will not be admitted to the auditorium. Children must occupy their own seat at all times and be able to sit unaided.

All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over, who must be seated with them throughout the visit. All persons entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a valid ticket. Single seats cannot be left in a row when booking.

Younger guests are welcome at relaxed performances, although the production remains not suitable for under 4s. The show features puppets, including some large-scale puppets that interact in audience space, themes of an ill parent in hospital, live music, and sound effects that can be loud at times and possibly scary for some younger children.

Venue

Gillian Lynne Theatre
166 Drury Lane, London, United Kingdom

For access information, please call 020 7242 9802.