Paddington the Musical packs his suitcase for Broadway transfer

Paddington the Musical production image. Photo by Johan Persson

After capturing hearts since its opening in London’s West End last year, Paddington the Musical is now packing his suitcase and setting off on an adventure to Broadway in 2027! The record-breaking, smash hit, seven-time Olivier Award-winning musical will begin performances at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre from 30 March.

Based on the beloved “A Bear Called Paddington” written by Michael Bond and the award-winning film ‘PADDINGTON,’ by special arrangement with STUDIOCANAL, Paddington The Musical features music and lyrics by Olivier Award winner Tom Fletcher, a book by Olivier Award winner Jessica Swale and direction by Olivier Award winner Luke Sheppard.

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Composer Tom Fletcher said: "It has been the greatest adventure of my career to be entrusted with bringing Paddington's story to life on stage alongside my brilliant creative collaborators Jessica, Luke and our producers Sonia and Eliza. The response from West End audiences of all ages has been unlike anything I've ever experienced. It's a great privilege to welcome New York audiences into Paddington's world of curiosity and I am absolutely thrilled at the opportunity for this very rare and special bear to be on Broadway."

Paddington the Musical charts the story of a small, lost bear from Peru who arrives in London in search of a place to call home. A chance encounter with the Brown family leads him into an unexpected world of adventure, where kindness has the power to change lives and strangers can become family. The show is filled with laughter, wonder, spectacular songs, dazzling choreography, and a generous helping of marmalade!

Casting for the Broadway run is to be announced.

For tickets and more information visit www.PaddingtonTheMusical.com.