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The Studio Ghibli classic comes to the West End with this story of childhood imagination and friendship.
4.8 65 reviews from 65 verified reviews- Booking until: Sunday, 30 August 2026
- Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
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My Neighbour Totoro in London
This is the return of the Japanese creative talent at Studio Ghibli's My Neighbour Totoro. In collaboration with Improbable and Nippon TV, the Royal Shakespeare Company and Executive Producer Joe Hisaishi are thrilled to present a beautiful coming of age story that’ll see you completely captivated from start to finish.
Why you should see My Neighbour Totoro
- This production has triumphed with five WhatsOnStage and Olivier Awards since it opened, including Best Director.
- This is a play jam-packed with vibrant visuals and delightful characters, including the jaw-dropping puppetry executed in bringing the iconic Totoro to life!
- My Neighbour Totoro appeals to audiences of all ages.
All About My Neighbour Totoro
This is an adaption of the incredibly popular 1988 animated feature film by Hayao Miyazaki. It’s brought to the stage by the original composer Joe Hisaishi and it’s a fresh new adaptation by the Royal Shakespeare Company. It’s written by the playwright Tom Morton-Smith.
The show is directed by Phelim McDermott. The production design is by Tom Pye and the costume design by Kimie Nakano. Lighting design comes from Jessica Hung Han Yun. Described as a ‘ground-breaking production’, it stars puppetry created by Basil Twist and music from Joe Hisaishi's iconic score. The brand new orchestration comes from Will Stuart, performed live on stage. The sound design is by Tony Gayle. And this is where you can buy cheap tickets for My Neighbour Totoro.
We’re fully expecting this to be a runaway success, with tickets selling like hot cakes, so make sure you buy yours in good time.
The Story of My Neighbour Totoro
‘Enchanting’ is what this lovely story is being called. It delves into the fantasy world of childhood and explores the transformative power of the human imagination. And it follows two sisters, Satsuki and Mei, through one magical summer.
The girls’ mum is recovering from an illness in a countryside hospital. Their dad moves them to a rural area so they can be closer to her. The girls gradually discover their lovely surroundings. The younger sister Mei comes across amazing forest creatures and the ancient protector of the woodland, who she calls Totoro. Her sister doesn't believe her at first but soon they’re both enjoying exciting adventures with their new neighbours. Together, the sisters find themselves transported to an ancient realm of spirits, sprites, and natural wonders.
My Neighbour Totoro offers audiences a magical journey into the wonders of childhood imagination and the beauty of friendship. One of the most talked about shows that has hit the city in recent years, witness the jaw-dropping experience of this show for yourself!
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My Neighbour Totoro Ticket Information
- Booking until:
Sunday, 30 August 2026
- Running time:
2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Age restrictions
Ages 6+. Children under the age of 4 (including babes in arms) will not be admitted. Children need to occupy their own seat. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. All guests, regardless of age, must have a valid ticket.
- Important Information
The show contains themes of an ill parent in hospital. Music and sound effects will be loud at times and possibly scary for some younger children.
- Cancellations & Refunds
Once booked, tickets to My Neighbour Totoro are usually non exchangeable and non refundable as per our terms & conditions. In practice, however, we will do our best to accommodate your request as long as we are notified at least 48 hours before the performance. Please contact us for more information.
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My Neighbour Totoro reviews
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- Recommended for:
- Families (97%)
- Teenagers (85%)
Latest customer reviews
All reviews are from customers who have been invited to leave a review just after seeing My Neighbour Totoro.
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LOVED IT!!!!W Reviewed on 13 November 2025 by Winnie
Portugal
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Utterly.sensationalA feast for the soul. See it.
O Reviewed on 29 October 2025 by Oliver
United Kingdom
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The faithful adaptation of a movie I did not likeThe play captures everything about the animated film: the screamed, dialogue and shameless overacting, as well as the disconnected storyline. Even if you like the film, which was visually interesting and weird, there is no point to this play being twice as long as the movie. The puppeteering is big and impressive, but there is nothing, nothing new brought to the second act. You could leave at intermission and not miss a thing.
D Reviewed on 26 October 2025 by Denise
United States Of America
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Amaxing, colourful, playful, fun, and sentimentalC Reviewed on 25 October 2025 by Chloe
Guernsey
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Great adaptation from original anime to stageReally enjoyed the show, cast was fantastic and story remained true to original. Fantastic effects and genuinely funny and uplifting
S Reviewed on 23 October 2025 by Stuart
United Kingdom
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CatbusB Reviewed on 17 October 2025 by Benjamin
United Kingdom
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A must to seeM Reviewed on 16 October 2025 by Markku
Finland
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Outstanding!Absolutely blew me away, 10/10 recommend this show to anyone and everyone.
R Reviewed on 04 October 2025 by Ruth
United Kingdom
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Creative and thoroughly enjoyableGreat performances and production. Wonderful puppetry seamlessly interwoven with the live action. Full of joy.
R Reviewed on 02 October 2025 by Ruth
United Kingdom
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Good surpriseC Reviewed on 27 September 2025 by Chi Hoi
Hong Kong
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Absolutely mindblowingI Reviewed on 20 September 2025 by Isabella
United Kingdom
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Absolutely fantastic staging and puppet work
K Reviewed on 18 September 2025 by Kjersti
United Kingdom
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Stunning sets and masterful puppeteeringC Reviewed on 12 September 2025 by Callum
United Kingdom
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MagicalI was delighted by this show. The set was as alive as the actors. Musicians blended into the set too. Wonderful.
S Reviewed on 11 September 2025 by Sarah
United Kingdom
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EnchantingWe went to see the show as a family with kids aged 7, 9, 12, and 14 years old, including two boys who weren’t very convinced at first. They all loved it and were impressed with the acting, the magnificent sets and staging, and the use of puppets. Everything is magical. It’s truly a show worth seeing. I highly recommend it, and the theater itself is also excellent.
M Reviewed on 09 September 2025 by Myriam
United Kingdom
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A must see show done in true Japanese style with a lot of feeling .This show kept me captivated from the first 5 minutes and I am 78 years of age. I found it deeply moving and thought provoking in parts. It flows nicely with lots of humour and sensitivity. It has a nice ending and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience of taking me back into a sense of childhood and in places deeper thought that life has ups and downs but at the end of the day things can turnniut not as bad as you first thought.
D Reviewed on 02 September 2025 by David
United Kingdom
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Fantastic, mesmerising, amazing!
K Reviewed on 24 August 2025 by Ka
United Kingdom
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Fun & uplifting
E Reviewed on 22 August 2025 by Eileen
United Kingdom
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We enjoyed itGreat for families.
H Reviewed on 13 July 2025 by Helen Patricia
Spain
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funny and nostalgicR Reviewed on 07 July 2025 by Ruby
Germany
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Amazing show! Set and costumes soo coolR Reviewed on 26 June 2025 by Reem
United Kingdom
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Unforgettable performanceMemorably delightful experience which is not to be missed!
L Reviewed on 26 June 2025 by Leslie
United States Of America
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Wonderful, a must for Ghibli fans (or to becone)C Reviewed on 24 June 2025 by Christel
Luxembourg
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Great homage to the classic movieG Reviewed on 11 June 2025 by Gordon
United Kingdom
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A show must see!M Reviewed on 04 June 2025 by Morty
Hong Kong
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MagicalL Reviewed on 15 May 2025 by Laurence
United Kingdom
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Just wonderfulThis production is so much fun, so cleverly creative and delivered with so much joy. We had huge smiles throughout both halves. It certainly exceeded whatever expectations we had. It was just refreshing to see something unlike anything we've seen before.
M Reviewed on 09 May 2025 by Malcolm
United Kingdom
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Wonderful showReally enjoyed the play. The puppets were wonderful
I Reviewed on 02 May 2025 by Irene
United Kingdom
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So much fun!M Reviewed on 24 April 2025 by Mary
Ireland
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A magical taleAn amazing spectacle - despite the wonderful performances of the cast, the story itself did not match the staging/puppetry. Recommended especially for young theatregoers and Studio Ghibli fans.
M Reviewed on 28 March 2025 by Mark
United States Of America
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A fantastic show for allWe loved it. I booked it a year ago having read good reviews then. I had forgotten why I booked it, and nearly lost the tickets. It is unique, and had some breathtaking moments. I went with my partner but I am going to book to go again with older my grandchildren, aged 9 to 14.
F Reviewed on 28 March 2025 by Fiona
United Kingdom
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Hell yeaT Reviewed on 22 March 2025 by Tamas
United Kingdom
Please note the reviews below are from an old production of My Neighbour Totoro.
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Wonderful effects and puppetryS Reviewed on 29 February 2024 by Susan
United Kingdom
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EnchantingJ Reviewed on 07 February 2024 by Julia
United Kingdom
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Magical!A-MAZING!
J Reviewed on 28 January 2024 by James
United Kingdom
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Amazing music and stagingThis was so amazingly well done and joyful. We love My Neighbour Totoro and this show did it hugely proud, I don’t think it could have been better!
J Reviewed on 06 January 2024 by Jessica
United Kingdom
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Fun,Family friendly around great!The show was excellent,the costumes were really good and acting was perfect they did the story nearly the same with some more. Recommend for everyone.
E Reviewed on 02 January 2024 by Eleanor
United Kingdom
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Clever, magical, nostalgic!K Reviewed on 31 December 2023 by Kalia
Cyprus
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DisappointedN Reviewed on 04 December 2023 by Nancy
United Kingdom
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A very special theatrical eventA very creative musical with a beautiful story and designs that are theatrical magic. It boasts some of the cleverest and imaginative puppetry on the London stage which is integrates seamlessly into the story. Children and adults would love this show equally.
J Reviewed on 02 December 2023 by Julian
United Kingdom
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true to the Ghibli atmosphereloved the show! really felt like watching the anime. the actors are amazing and the props are so well made!
C Reviewed on 24 November 2023 by Cloe
United Kingdom
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Must seeWonderful made enjoy it more then the movie!!
S Reviewed on 04 January 2023 by Silvia
United Kingdom
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Breathtakingly beautifulThe play is brought in such a genuine, touching and breathtakingly beautiful way by combining great live music with great acting equally great costumes and story, that it makes you Laugh and cry at the same time. Would recommend to anyone who loves an immersive story/movie/play/...
M Reviewed on 14 December 2022 by Manuel
United Kingdom
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Amazing!D Reviewed on 12 October 2022 by Deepika
United Kingdom
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Interview with MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO's Ami Okumura Jones and Victoria Chen
by Emmie Newitt | Monday, November 10 2025, 19:58
My Neighbour Totoro is the multi-award-winning stage adaptation of the beloved 1988 animated film by Studio Ghibli, which had two successful runs at the Barbican and is now playing at the Gillian Lynne Theatre. But what are the pressures of bringing to life some of the most recognisable characters in such a well-known franchise? What theatre magic is used to translate it from film to stage? We were joined by Ami Okumura Jones and Victoria Chen who play Mei and Satsuki in the show to find out more.
Victoria Chen and Ami Okumura Jones. Headshots provided by production.
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MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO releases new images and announces West End extension
by Emmie Newitt | Thursday, October 23 2025, 12:30
Adapted by Tom Morton-Smith (Oppenheimer) from the celebrated 1988 animated feature film by Hayao Miyazaki, My Neighbour Totoro is now playing in the West End until August 2026.
My Neighbour Totoro production image. Photo by Manuel Harlan
2025
MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO releases behind the scenes images
by Emmie Newitt | Tuesday, October 7 2025, 09:33
The multi-award-winning stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli's My Neighbour Totoro continues to play at the Gillian Lynne Theatre, following both critical and audience acclaimed runs at the Barbican Theatre.
Kazego puppeteers of My Neighbour Totoro. Photo by Manuel Harlan
2025
Screen to Stage Adaptations in the West End
by Shehrazade Zafar-Arif | Thursday, September 25 2025, 22:36
What’s better: the magic of the silver screen or the magic of the stage? What if you don’t have to choose? Luckily for all you film buffs out there, you can relive some of your favourite movies on the West End stage. Whether it’s a musical reimagining of a rom com or a stage adaptation of a blockbuster or a Disney classic brought to life onstage, London is full of an electrifying mix of theatrical versions of well-known and beloved films. Here are some that we think film lovers definitely shouldn’t miss.
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New artwork for 'MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO' released
by Emmie Newitt | Thursday, August 7 2025, 15:39
The award-winning production, adapted by Oppenheimer's Tom Morton-Smith, enables people to see the awe-inspiring Totoro puppet for the first time!
My Neighbour Totoro © Studio Ghibli. Logo by Toshio Suzuki. Concept and Design by Dewynters. © RSC and Nippon TV.
2025
New trailer released for MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO
by Emmie Newitt | Wednesday, July 9 2025, 13:24
The heartwarming and enchanting stage adaptation by Tom Morton-Smith (Oppenheimer), continues to delight audiences of all ages in the West End.
My Neighbour Totoro production image. Photo by Manuel Harlan
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