10 / 10
Indeed, except for Paddington of course, it’s probably Edden’s role as Mr Curry that stands out more than any other in the musical. Although also noteworthy is ‘West End legend’ Bonnie Langford who plays The Browns’ Scottish housekeeper, Mrs Bird.
8 / 10
London has a new tourist attraction: at the Savoy, Paddington Bear has been brought to life in a funny, feel-good, family-friendly musical that looks set to run and run.
Paddington might be preparing to make his highly-anticipated journey across the pond. Posters featuring the beloved character have been popping up around the New York City theatre district, with the phrase 'Have You Seen This Bear?'
It looks like 'Paddington the Musical' may be coming to Broadway as soon as next season. At one point during the opening, Neil Patrick Harris — who starred in Art this season — brought out a plushie of the beloved Paddington bear, to which Pink responded, “Maybe next season.”
The PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL original cast recording has topped the Official UK Compilation Chart, becoming the fastest-selling physical West End cast recording of the 21st century, recorded at Abbey Road Studios.
Paddington the Musical is eyeing a 2027 bow on Broadway. The production's lead producer, Sonia Friedman, revealed following the show's seven wins at the Olivier Awards, that she is hoping to bring the show to New York next year.
PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL, winner of 7 Olivier Awards and 9 WhatsOnStage Awards, has extended its West End run through February 13, 2028, with best ticket availability from Winter 2026.
Decca Records has announced that the new album, ‘Paddington The Musical - Original Cast Recording', will now be brought forward and released digitally on 10 April 2026.
The new UK hit PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL has released a new studio recording of the song “Marmalade” in celebration of World Book Day 2026. Listen to the new track now!
An all new trailer has been released from Paddington the Musical, now playing in London. The musical, adapted from Michael Bond’s beloved books and StudioCanal’s hit films.
With Paddington The Musical opening to critical acclaim at the Savoy Theatre, the production has announced an extension through 2026 – Michael Bond’s centenary year - until 14 February 2027.
Saturday evening, December 6th, Paddington Bear made an appearance on the BBC, performing opposite Tom Fletcher to sing 'The Bear in the Ballroom' from the new musical on Strictly Come Dancing, and we've got the footage!
Paddington the Musical is now officially open at the Savoy Theatre, and all new photos have been released from the show! Check out the photos of Paddington in action here!
PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL opened today in the West End, with the musical making its world premiere at the Savoy Theatre — what did critics think of the new production?
Watch a video of Paddington The Musical opening night bows, now that the show is officially open at the Savoy Theatre on the West End, with the world premiere of the new musical running through October 25, 2026.
Paddington the Musical arrives at the Savoy Theatre with a heart full of hope and a suitcase packed with marmalade flavoured charm, delivering a joyous celebration of inclusion, diversity and equality in every beat.
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