The world premiere of *My Neighbour Totoro* triumphed at the 2023 Olivier Awards, winning six categories out of its nine nominations at the ceremony. It’s a good time for the Studio Ghibli stage adaptation, too, as *My Neighbour Totoro* will open in the West End next year, with performances at the [Gillian Lynne Theatre](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatres/gillian-lynne-theatre) from 8 March.

Based on Hayao Miyazaki’s 1988 Studio Ghibli film, *My Neighbour Totoro* follows Satsuki and Mei,...

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Based on Hayao Miyazaki’s 1988 Studio Ghibli film, *My Neighbour Totoro* will return to London later next year, opening at the Gillian Lynne Theatre.

Next year, the [Royal Shakespeare Company’s](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/stars-on-stage/royal-shakespeare-company) triumphant 2022 stage adaptation of [*My Neighbour Totoro*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/25389-my-neighbour-totoro) heads to the West End's [Gillian Lynne Theatre](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatres/gillian-lynne-theatre) for a third run due to enormous popular demand. The show won six Olivier Awards and broke the Barbican’s box office record for the most tickets...

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Studio Ghibli is a renowned Japanese animation film studio founded in 1985. They are known for creating imaginative movies, including *My Neighbour Totoro* and *Spirited Away*.

A stage adaptation of television comedy *Inside No 9* will arrive in the West End next year. The show opens for a 12-week run at Wyndham's Theatre from 18 January 2025.

The TV show's original writers and performers Steve Pemberton (*The Pillowman*) and Reece Shearsmith (*A Very Expensive Poison*) will star in the West End show, titled *Stage/Fright*, which will blend original material with familiar characters from the series. 

Speaking about the announcement, Pemberton and Shearsmith said:...

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The TV show's original creators Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith will star in the West End adaptation when it opens next year. 

The hit musical comedy *Titanique* has confirmed plans for a West End run later this year. The show is currently performing at Off-Broadway venue the Daryl Roth Theatre.

The musical, which is co-written by Tye Blue, Marla Mindelle, and Constantine Rousouli, has received critical acclaim and multiple awards since its premiere off Broadway at Asylum Theater in 2022.

The parody of James Cameron's Oscar-winning *Titanic* film features a raft of Celine Dion’s iconic songs including “My Heart Will...

'Titanique' confirms planned West End run

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The musical has received critical acclaim and multiple awards since its premiere off Broadway at Asylum Theater in 2022. It is currently at the Daryl Roth Theatre.

The British writer James Graham is on an incredible run at the moment. He just won the Olivier Award for Best New Play for *Dear England*, a fantastic drama about football manager Gareth Southgate, which enticed new audiences into theatre, and the musical *Tammy Faye*, for which he supplied the book, is opening on Broadway this autumn.

He’s also a prolific screenwriter, with recent hits including the crime series *Sherwood* and the dystopian drama *The Way*. Graham has that rare combination of...

Learn more about James Graham’s career ahead of 'Boys from the Blackstuff'

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From plays *Dear England* and *This House* to TV hits like *Sherwood*, Graham is unstoppable – and now his *Boys from the Blackstuff* is coming to the West End.

The bright lights of West End theatres are always appealing, but there are also a number of exciting Off-West End venues in the capital, such as the small but mighty [Bush Theatre](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatres/bush-theatre), which is nestled in west London.

This theatre has always punched above its weight, launching the careers of hugely successful writers such as James Graham and Lucy Kirkwood, as well as actors like Victoria Wood, Alan Rickman, Andrew Scott, and Phoebe...

A complete guide to the Bush Theatre

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Get to know this exciting new-writing venue in west London, which has launched the careers of Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Victoria Wood, among others.

The acclaimed screen and stage actor Ben Whishaw is back in town, starring in the premiere of Margaret Perry’s *[Bluets](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/39930-bluets)* at the Royal Court. The play is an adaptation of Maggie Nelson’s book and follows someone obsessed with the colour blue – taking in artists like Joni Mitchell and Billie Holiday as they navigate a devastating heartbreak.

Whishaw is joined in *Bluets* by *House of the Dragon* star Emma D’Arcy and *The Girl Before*’s Kayla...

Learn more about Ben Whishaw's career ahead of 'Bluets' at the Royal Court

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The James Bond and *Paddington* actor is co-starring in this new adaptation of Maggie Nelson's book *Bluets* with Emma D'Arcy and Kayla Meikle.

It’s another fantastic year for [Shakespeare plays](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/whats-on/shakespeare) in London, and as the weather (finally!) improves, you can start getting those outdoor shows in the diary, as well as all of the brilliant productions in the West End and beyond.

If you’re after a fresh take on the Bard, you’re definitely in luck. Sir Ian McKellen is already wowing audiences, giving his Falstaff a dynamic new spin in Robert Icke's adaptation of *Henry IV*, *[Player...

See modern adaptations and outdoor productions of Shakespeare plays in London

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From Ian McKellen in *Player Kings* to an incredible open-air season at Shakespeare's Globe, there's a wide variety of shows on offer in London.

You just can’t beat family when it comes to riveting drama. Perhaps that’s because no one gets under your skin quite like the people you love and who know you best – and who are bonded to you by blood, like it or not. From Greek tragedy through Shakespearean slanging matches and contemporary clans, shows with family drama at their centre have always ruled our stages.

That’s certainly true of London theatre this year, which features a range of bickering families – from plays like *[Long Day's...

Watch West End family dramas on the London stage

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Enter the homes of these loving but fraught families in West End plays such as *Long Day's Journey Into Night* and musicals like *Back to the Future*.

Get ready for what promises to be the most talked-about play of the year. Hollywood star John Lithgow will play Roald Dahl in a new drama, *[Giant](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/39984-giant)*, which sees the famous author about to release his children’s book *The Witches*, but then rocked by a scandal surrounding anti-Semitic comments he made in an article.

Mark Rosenblatt’s debut play, directed by Nicholas Hytner (artistic director of the Bridge Theatre), also stars Elliot Levey...

Learn more about John Lithgow's career ahead of him playing Roald Dahl in 'Giant'

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The Tony and Emmy-winning Hollywood actor is starring in Mark Rosenblatt’s provocative new play *Giant* at the Royal Court in London this autumn.

Experience world-class magic in the West End. There’s magicians, cabaret acts and tricksters galore in London who all bring their jawdropping acts to the stage. There’s no denying that each of these magic shows in London have a certain star quality. So take your pick from this card deck we’ve shuffled up for your delight. Can we pull the right show out of the top hat?

## [*Mind Mangler: Member of the Tragic Circle*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/27287-mind-mangler-member-of-the-tragic-circle)

In Mischief Theatre's *Magic Goes Wrong,* the cabaret spectacular saw a group of haphazard magicians present their latest tricks in the hopes of raising money. During the show, the mind mangler aimed to read the audience's minds, but everything spiralled out of control. In this spin-off, join the mind mangler as he returns to the stage following a disappointing two-night run at the Luton Holiday Inn conference centre, suite 2b. *Mind Mangler: Member of the Tragic Circle* is at the Garrick Theatre on select Sundays in spring 2023.

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Empty your mind of all thoughts you’d rather keep to yourself! Book tickets for Mischief Theatre’s *Mind Mangler: Member of the Tragic Circle* on London Theatre now.

The Mind Mangler is in the West End for a limited time only, fresh from a run on Broadway and a tour of the UK (there was also a two-night stint at the Luton Holiday Inn, but he’d rather not talk about that). 

Featuring all of Mischief Theatre’s beloved brand of self-deprecating humour and intricately choreographed chaos, the show is performed by Mischief founding members Henry Lewis as the Mind Mangler and Jonathan Sayer as the Stooge. Mischief are the beloved creators of the Olivier Award-winning *The Play That Goes Wrong* (running in the West End since 2014, and also a Broadway and international hit), as well as *Peter Pan Goes Wrong, Magic Goes Wrong, The Comedy About a Bank Robbery,* and *Lights! Camera! Improvise! Mischief Movie Night*. The troupe have been seen several times on the BBC (2019’s *A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong* guest starred Diana Rigg and Derek Jacobi).

Filled with awe-inspiring magic tricks as well as input from the audience, the Mind Mangler reveals the likes, dislikes, quirky habits, and darkest secrets of the strangers who put themselves forward. New York Theatre Guide’s critic was amazed at how Mind Mangler worked out that “One of my fellow audience members has only eight toes, and another accidentally knocked over Stockard Channing at a restaurant”. What will be revealed at your performance?

The Mind Mangler might not always achieve the trick he sets out to do but he’ll certainly accomplish something memorable. Filled with audience interaction, nothing is as it seems, and every show is different!

Book *Mind Mangler: Member of the Tragic Circle* tickets on London Theatre today.

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A mind-reading special from Mischief Theatre (*The Play That Goes Wrong*), *Mind Mangler: Member of the Tragic Circle* is written by and stars founding members Henry Lewis as the Mentalist and Jonathan Sayer as the Stooge. Magic tricks, mind reading, and audience participation are combined with Mischief’s signature flair for physical comedy.

Mischief Theatre was established in 2008 by Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, and Henry Shields, and their brand of physical comedy with elaborately choreographed stunts has won them a legion of fans. *The Play That Goes Wrong* was first performed in 2011 and has played at the West End’s Duchess Theatre since 2014, receiving Olivier and WhatsOnStage awards for Best Comedy.

The company’s other popular shows include *Peter Pan Goes Wrong, Magic Goes Wrong, The Comedy About a Bank Robbery,* and *Lights! Camera! Improvise! Mischief Movie Night*. They have also had several BBC television specials. 

New York Theatre Guide’s review of *Mind Mangler* commented, “The mentalist’s stooge is played with hilarity by co-writer Jonathan Sayer” and “some of the best parts of *Mind Mangler* involve breaking set pieces. When trying to bend a spoon, the mentalist’s efforts instead cause a microphone stand to curve, and a lighting rig to descend” – see these mind-bending effects for yourself!

## What to watch for
 - Mischief Theatre’s ‘Goes Wrong’ shows are performed by the ‘Cornley Polytechnic Dramatic Society’, and feature a recurring cast of characters playing all the different characters (the real-life actors have several different layers of characterisation to embody!).
 - *Mind Mangler* marks the return of a character from *Magic Goes Wrong*  but we won’t spoil it for you!
 - While the bumbling Britishness is a hallmark of Mischief Theatre’s shows, *The Play That Goes Wrong* has nevertheless been translated and produced in 30 other countries, including China, Hungary, France, Singapore, Puerto Rico, Brazil, and Mexico.

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A new offering from Mischief Theatre, best known for *The Play That Goes Wrong* and its offshoots, *Mind Mangler: Member of the Tragic Circle* is a hilarious comedy of mind reading, performed by Mischief founding members Henry Lewis as the Mind Mangler and Jonathan Sayer as the Stooge. Audience participation guaranteed!

Join the Mind Mangler as he attempts a spectacular return with his West End debut two man solo show. Witness hilarious feats of mentalism spiral into chaos as he attempts to read your mind, mind, mind… 


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The Apollo Theatre opened on 21 Feb. 1901. The theatre is named after the Greek god of the arts, and was built to house musical theatre productions.

The late 20th-century saw many plays at the Apollo Theatre, including *Separate Tables* starring John Mills, *Mrs Klein* starring [Zoe Wanamaker](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/actor-profile/zoe-wanamaker), and *A Madhouse in God* starring [Vanessa Redgrave](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/actor-profile/vanessa-redgrave).

During a performance of the Olivier Award winning play [*The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/the-curious-incident-of-the-dog-in-the-night-time) on 19 Dec. 2013, a large section of the ceiling collapsed, potentially caused by the heavy rain London had experienced that week, and 88 people were injured. 

Recent shows at the Apollo Theatre include *Jerusalem* starring Mark Rylance, and the West End premiere of *Everybody's Talking About Jamie.*

## Apollo Theatre Seating Information

The auditorium has three levels – Stalls, Dress Circle and Grand Circle. The Stalls seats offer excellent views of the stage. Views in the outer seats are hindered by the overhang of the Dress Circle.

The Dress Circle seats may offer little legroom and little raking in the seating. The last two rows of seats sit on a higher level and offer better views than those in front.

The Grand Circle has a shallow ranke. The last two rows of seats are also built up higher.

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