PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL to premiere at Savoy Theatre in West End

It has been announced that PADDINGTON The Musical will receive its world premiere this Autumn, opening at London’s Savoy Theatre on 1 November.

Adapted from the much-loved books written by Michael Bond, and the award-winning films by STUDIOCANAL, the production will feature music and lyrics by Tom Fletcher, a book by Jessica Swale, and direction by Luke Sheppard.

Tom Fletcher said: “It’s an honour to be entrusted to bring the story of Paddington to life on stage with the very best of creative collaborators in Jessica, Luke, and our producers Sonia and Eliza. This unique and special bear is at the very heart of our nation, and I’m aware of the awesome responsibility we all have in taking on his story. It’s beyond exciting, and an absolute dream come true – we look forward to welcoming you to join us at the Savoy this Autumn.”

Director Luke Sheppard said: “Discovering how to bring Paddington’s story to the stage continues to be an enormous privilege - with Jessica Swale and Tom Fletcher, it’s been thrilling to see this show grow into something very special, packing an incredible new score and a heart wrenching script into a marmalade filled suitcase. This is Paddington as you’ve never seen him before, bought to life by a team celebrating all of the magic and wonder of live theatre. Alongside our producers Sonia Friedman and Eliza Lumley, who look after this bear with the greatest care, we’ve been dreaming up big things for Paddington and can’t wait to welcome him to this iconic venue later this year.”

Full cast, creative team and performance schedule will be announced shortly.

Tickets go on sale to the public on 15 May, with further info on PADDINGTON the Musical here.