'Starlight Express' announces final extension
Including songs such as "AC/DC", "Make Up My Heart", "Light at the End of the Tunnel", and the title number "Starlight Express", the musical follows a young child's train set as it comes to life.
Summary
- Starlight Express has announced its final extension at Troubadour Wembley Park
- The show began performances at the venue in June 2024
- Starlight Express follows a child's train set as it comes to life
Starlight Express has announced its closure, with a final extension at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre through 3 May 2026.
Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical returned to London in a new production in June 2024. In a review for LondonTheatre.co.uk, our critic described the show as "an awe-inspiring stadium gig-meets-theme park ride of a show".
Michael Harrison said: “I’m thrilled that Starlight Express will extend for the 7th time, in the unique environment of Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre. We are also thrilled that the success of this new production means we will embark on a world tour commencing in Spring 2027, details of which we will announce shortly. However, for now, this is your final call for boarding to see the spectacular London revival in Wembley.”
Including songs such as "AC/DC", "Make Up My Heart", "Light at the End of the Tunnel", and the title number "Starlight Express", the musical follows a young child's train set as it comes to life.
The cast includes includes Gavin Adams as Rusty, Jade Marvin as Momma McCoy, Olivia Ringrose as Greaseball, Asher Forth as Electra, Sophie Naglik as Pearl, Georgia Pemberton as Dinah, Jaydon Vijn as Hydra, Scott Hayward as Alternate Rusty and Jamie Addison, Jessie Angell, Ollie Augustin, Evan Taylor Benyacar, Charles Butcher, Cletus Chan, Tamara Verhoven Clyde, Jamie Cruttenden, Kelly Downing, Isaac Edwards, Maddy Erzan-Essien, Sam Gallacher, Lucy Glover, Amiyah Goodall, Dante Hutchinson, Iwan James, Lewis Kidd, Hannah Kiss, Nicole Louise-Lewis, Bethany Rose Lythgoe, Temi Olawole, RED, Ashley Rowe, Sheridan, Dieuwke Tonissen, Nicky Wong Rush, Charlie Russell, Lara Vina Uzcatia and Amber Weston.
Starlight Express will embark on its first world tour in 2027.
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Photo credit: Starlight Express. (Photo by Pamela Raith)
Frequently asked questions
What is Starlight Express about?
Andrew Lloyd Webber's Starlight Express invites you into a child's dreamscape, where toy trains, including the swift Pacific Daylight, French Bobo, Italian Espresso, and the seasoned steam train Rusty, compete fiercely for the title of the fastest in the world in this new immersive production.
Where is Starlight Express playing?
Starlight Express is playing at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre. The theatre is located at 3 Fulton Road, Wembley, London, HA9 0SP.
How long is Starlight Express?
The running time of Starlight Express is 2hr 30min. Incl. 15min interval.
What's the age requirement for Starlight Express?
The recommended age for Starlight Express is Ages 3+. All children under 16 must have a valid ticket and be accompanied by an adult. Children under 3 will not be admitted..
How do you book tickets for Starlight Express?
Book tickets for Starlight Express on London Theatre.
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