New musical ‘Space Dogs: The Musical’ to play in London
A new musical, Space Dogs: The Musical, will make its debut this summer at The Other Palace Studio.
Billed as an epic, mind-bending production, the show will uncover the unbelievable-yet-true story of Laika, a stray dog from Moscow, and the mysterious Chief Designer, the top-secret Soviet scientist who sent her into orbit during the Cold War Space Race.
Written and performed by Nick Blaemire (Cry-Baby, Godspell, Broadway) and Van Hughes (The Ballad of Johnny and June, Canada), this two-hander will see the duo playing and singing every role - from Laika and the Chief Designer to high-ranking politicians, covert scientists, and an entire pack of 40 Russian space dogs.
The musical will be directed by Will Blum and produced by Paul Taylor-Mills and Tricia Small.
Producers Paul Taylor-Mills and Tricia Small shared their excitement: “Bringing SPACE DOGS to London and to The Other Palace - feels like the perfect next chapter for this wildly original show. Nick and Van have created a theatrical universe that is as hilarious as it is heartfelt.”
Space Dogs: The Musical will play at The Other Palace Studio from 28 July to 09 August 2026. For further information, including how to book your tickets, visit The Other Palace website.
