Open Air Theatre
Address:
The Regent's Park, Inner Cir, London NW1 4NU, United Kingdom
London,
Open Air Theatre History
Established in 1932, the multi-award-winning Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre is one of the largest theatres in London (1,240 seats) and situated in the beautiful surroundings of a Royal Park. Named London Theatre of the Year in 2017, we are passionate about producing first-class theatre for and in our unique setting which inspires, challenges, and entertains.
Shows at the Open Air Theatre
| Dates | Production | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 5/16/2019 | - | 6/8/2019 | |
| 8/3/2018 | - | 9/15/2018 | |
| 7/6/2018 | - | 7/28/2018 | |
| 6/22/2018 | - | 6/30/2018 | |
| 8/11/2017 | - | 9/16/2017 | |
| 7/17/2017 | - | 8/4/2017 | |
| 7/7/2017 | - | 8/5/2017 | |
| 5/19/2017 | - | 7/1/2017 | |
| 6/2/2012 | - | 9/6/2012 | |
| 5/18/2012 | - | 9/8/2012 | |
| 7/19/2007 | - | 8/25/2007 | |
| 7/18/2006 | - | 9/9/2006 | |
| 7/30/2004 | - | 8/21/2004 | |
| 7/23/2004 | - | 9/4/2004 | |
| 7/31/1984 | - | 8/24/1984 | |
| 8/2/1983 | - | 8/2/1983 | |
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News
Dermot Kennedy Releases THE WEIGHT OF THE WOODS EXTENDED EDITION
by Rachel Stone - Sep 10, 2026
Dermot Kennedy released THE WEIGHT OF THE WOODS EXTENDED EDITION on September 10, 2026, adding three previously unavailable digital tracks including "Stockholm" and acoustic versions of "Turnstile" and "Funeral." His North American headline tour continues through October 29.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 10, 2026
Dermot Kennedy released THE WEIGHT OF THE WOODS EXTENDED EDITION on September 10, 2026, adding three previously unavailable digital tracks including "Stockholm" and acoustic versions of "Turnstile" and "Funeral." His North American headline tour continues through October 29.
Shona McGarty Joins Frances Mayli McCann and More in FROM THE HEART
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2026
Shona McGarty and Frances Mayli McCann will join the cast of Don Black's FROM THE HEART at the Garrick Theatre in what producers call the production's biggest and most ambitious incarnation.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2026
Shona McGarty and Frances Mayli McCann will join the cast of Don Black's FROM THE HEART at the Garrick Theatre in what producers call the production's biggest and most ambitious incarnation.
Photos: TIP TOE Trailer Debuts; Alan Cumming Thriller Series from Russell T Davies
by Rachel Stone - Sep 9, 2026
STARZ released a trailer and key art for the queer thriller TIP TOE, starring Alan Cumming and David Morrissey. The series from showrunner Russell T Davies will premiere on the streamer.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 9, 2026
STARZ released a trailer and key art for the queer thriller TIP TOE, starring Alan Cumming and David Morrissey. The series from showrunner Russell T Davies will premiere on the streamer.
Full Cast Set For OH, MARY! With Lolly Adefope at Trafalgar Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2026
Lucy Frederick, J.R. Ballantyne, Vinnie Heaven and Syrus Lowe will join Lolly Adefope in OH, MARY! at the Trafalgar Theatre, with the comedy currently booking through early January.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2026
Lucy Frederick, J.R. Ballantyne, Vinnie Heaven and Syrus Lowe will join Lolly Adefope in OH, MARY! at the Trafalgar Theatre, with the comedy currently booking through early January.
Laura Main to Join Jane Asher in BY ROYAL APPOINTMENT UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026
Laura Main will replace Samantha Womack as The Dresser opposite Jane Asher's Queen in Daisy Goodwin's BY ROYAL APPOINTMENT, opening at Arts Theatre Cambridge Sept. 24 before touring Nottingham, Chelmsford, York and other cities into February 2027.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026
Laura Main will replace Samantha Womack as The Dresser opposite Jane Asher's Queen in Daisy Goodwin's BY ROYAL APPOINTMENT, opening at Arts Theatre Cambridge Sept. 24 before touring Nottingham, Chelmsford, York and other cities into February 2027.
New Forest Open Air Theatre to Launch Woodland Venue at Hinton Admiral
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026
New Forest Open Air Theatre launched a fundraising campaign to build a 300-seat woodland theatre on the Hinton Admiral Estate, with backing from Judi Dench, Mark Rylance and other cultural figures.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026
New Forest Open Air Theatre launched a fundraising campaign to build a 300-seat woodland theatre on the Hinton Admiral Estate, with backing from Judi Dench, Mark Rylance and other cultural figures.
Tyrone Huntley to Return to JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR; On-Stage Tickets Released
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026
Tyrone Huntley will continue as Judas alongside Sam Ryder's Jesus when JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR runs at Theatre Royal Drury Lane from October 16, 2026 to January 9, 2027, following its sold-out Palladium season.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026
Tyrone Huntley will continue as Judas alongside Sam Ryder's Jesus when JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR runs at Theatre Royal Drury Lane from October 16, 2026 to January 9, 2027, following its sold-out Palladium season.
Bryony Jarvis-Taylor to Join The Old Vic as Head of Casting
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2026
Bryony Jarvis-Taylor will move from the National Theatre to become Head of Casting at The Old Vic, reuniting with incoming Artistic Director Rupert Goold.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2026
Bryony Jarvis-Taylor will move from the National Theatre to become Head of Casting at The Old Vic, reuniting with incoming Artistic Director Rupert Goold.
Photos: Maria Friedman and More in KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Hampstead Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2026
Ahead of the official opening night, Hampstead Theatre has released all new production photos for the European Premiere of Kimberly Akimbo. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2026
Ahead of the official opening night, Hampstead Theatre has released all new production photos for the European Premiere of Kimberly Akimbo. Check out the photos here!
Full Cast Set For GIRLS at The Young Vic's Maria Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2026
The Young Vic Theatre has announced casting for its production of Girls at the intimate Maria Theatre. Ewa Dina, who makes her Young Vic debut, directs her 2026 JMK Award winning production, written by Theresa Ikoko.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2026
The Young Vic Theatre has announced casting for its production of Girls at the intimate Maria Theatre. Ewa Dina, who makes her Young Vic debut, directs her 2026 JMK Award winning production, written by Theresa Ikoko.
Photos: THREE MEN IN A BOAT in Rehearsal at Rose Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2026
Rose Theatre has released a first look into rehearsals for Three Men in a Boat, a new comedy written by Al Smith, with original songs by Tony Award nominee Grant Olding. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2026
Rose Theatre has released a first look into rehearsals for Three Men in a Boat, a new comedy written by Al Smith, with original songs by Tony Award nominee Grant Olding. Check out the photos here!
Video: ‘Great Adventure’ From KIMBERLY AKIMBO European Premiere at the Hampstead Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2026
Hampstead Theatre has released a new video, giving audiences a first listen to ‘Great Adventure’ from the European premiere of Kimberly Akimbo ahead of its official opening. Check out the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2026
Hampstead Theatre has released a new video, giving audiences a first listen to ‘Great Adventure’ from the European premiere of Kimberly Akimbo ahead of its official opening. Check out the video here!
Cast and Creatives Set For THE HUNGRY GHOST at Bush Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026
Mei Mac and Isabella Wei will star in the world premiere of Mei Leng Yew's horror rom-com, directed by Ailin Conant, presented with New Earth Theatre at Bush Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026
Mei Mac and Isabella Wei will star in the world premiere of Mei Leng Yew's horror rom-com, directed by Ailin Conant, presented with New Earth Theatre at Bush Theatre.
Video: Inside the Sitzprobe for KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Hampstead Theatre
by Rachel Stone - Aug 27, 2026
Hampstead Theatre has shared a sneak peek from the sitzprobe for its UK premiere production of Kimberly Akimbo, ahead of the musical's opening this week. Watch in this video!
by Rachel Stone - Aug 27, 2026
Hampstead Theatre has shared a sneak peek from the sitzprobe for its UK premiere production of Kimberly Akimbo, ahead of the musical's opening this week. Watch in this video!
Erykah Badu and The Alchemist to Release Joint Album BEFORE THE WORLD BLOWS
by Rachel Stone - Aug 26, 2026
Erykah Badu and The Alchemist have detailed their joint album, recorded over 18 months between Dallas and Los Angeles, alongside the new single "Witch Doctor."
by Rachel Stone - Aug 26, 2026
Erykah Badu and The Alchemist have detailed their joint album, recorded over 18 months between Dallas and Los Angeles, alongside the new single "Witch Doctor."
Cast Set for JANE EYRE at Mercury Theatre Colchester
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2026
Olivia Marcus and Gabriel Akuwudike will lead JANE EYRE at Mercury Theatre Colchester from Sept 26-Oct 10, 2026, before touring to Rose Theatre, Northern Stage and Storyhouse.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2026
Olivia Marcus and Gabriel Akuwudike will lead JANE EYRE at Mercury Theatre Colchester from Sept 26-Oct 10, 2026, before touring to Rose Theatre, Northern Stage and Storyhouse.
Review: The Rise and Fall of “Jesusmania” in JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Caryl Kristine Guillermo - Aug 23, 2026
Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s fully sung-through rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar finally arrives in Singapore, feeling more like a rock concert than ever.
by Caryl Kristine Guillermo - Aug 23, 2026
Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s fully sung-through rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar finally arrives in Singapore, feeling more like a rock concert than ever.
Photos: ANANSI THE SPIDER At Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 19, 2026
See new production photos from ANANSI THE SPIDER at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre. The family production, directed by Robin Belfield, runs through September 6, 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 19, 2026
See new production photos from ANANSI THE SPIDER at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre. The family production, directed by Robin Belfield, runs through September 6, 2026.
Cast Set For NIGHT CITY at Southwark Playhouse Borough
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2026
Jack Ambrose, Helena Pipe and Bex Smith will star in NIGHT CITY, Max Wilkinson's drama about London's gig economy, directed by Ebenezer Bamgboye at Southwark Playhouse Borough.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2026
Jack Ambrose, Helena Pipe and Bex Smith will star in NIGHT CITY, Max Wilkinson's drama about London's gig economy, directed by Ebenezer Bamgboye at Southwark Playhouse Borough.
Photos: Erykah Badu & The Alchemist to Release Joint Album, Share WITCH DOCTOR
by Rachel Stone - Aug 13, 2026
Erykah Badu and The Alchemist will release a collaborative album via Control FREAQ Records and Young Recordings, arriving alongside new single WITCH DOCTOR.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 13, 2026
Erykah Badu and The Alchemist will release a collaborative album via Control FREAQ Records and Young Recordings, arriving alongside new single WITCH DOCTOR.
Open Air Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
- What show is currently in Open Air Theatre?
- Open Air Theatre's current show is Our Town which began performances on 5/16/2019.
- What when was Open Air Theatre built?
- Open Air Theatre was built in 1933.
- How many seats does Open Air Theatre have?
- Open Air Theatre has 1187 seats.
- What were the longest running shows at Open Air Theatre?
- Ragtime which ran from 05/18/2012 to 09/08/2012, A Midsummer Night's Dream (Open Air) which ran from 06/02/2012 to 09/05/2012, The Boy Friend which ran from 07/18/2006 to 09/09/2006, and Camelot which ran from 07/23/2004 to 09/04/2004
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