Open Air Theatre

Address:
The Regent's Park, Inner Cir, London NW1 4NU, United Kingdom
London,

BUILT: 1933

SEATING CAPACITY: 1187
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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 Our Town (2019)

8/3/2018 - 9/15/2018 Little Shop of Horrors (2018)

7/6/2018 - 7/28/2018 As You Like It (2018)

6/22/2018 - 6/30/2018 The Turn of the Screw (2018)

8/11/2017 - 9/16/2017 Jesus Christ Superstar (2017)

7/17/2017 - 8/4/2017 Oliver Twist (2017)

7/7/2017 - 8/5/2017 A Tale of Two Cities (2017)

5/19/2017 - 7/1/2017 On the Town (2017)

6/2/2012 - 9/6/2012 A Midsummer Night's Dream (Open Air) (2012)

5/18/2012 - 9/8/2012 Ragtime (2012)

7/19/2007 - 8/25/2007 Lady, Be Good (2007)

7/18/2006 - 9/9/2006 The Boy Friend (2006)

7/30/2004 - 8/21/2004 Wind in the Willows (2004)

7/23/2004 - 9/4/2004 Camelot (2004)

7/31/1984 - 8/24/1984 Bashville (1984)

8/2/1983 - 8/2/1983 Bashville (1983)

- H.M.S. Pinafore (2005)

- Peter Pan (2018)

News

Full Cast Set For Northern Stage and Derby Theatre's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Photo

Full Cast Set For Northern Stage and Derby Theatre's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026

Following the announcement of Derby Theatre and Northern Stage’s co-production of Little Shop of Horrors, the full cast and creative team have been revealed. Learn more here!

World Premiere of TWENTY THOUSAND STREETS UNDER THE SKY Comes to Southwark Playhouse Photo

World Premiere of TWENTY THOUSAND STREETS UNDER THE SKY Comes to Southwark Playhouse Borough
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026

Troupe has announced the world premiere of Simon Reade's new stage adaptation of Twenty Thousand Streets Under the Sky by Patrick Hamilton. Learn more here!

Storyhouse Returns To Grosvenor Park For Summer 2026 Photo

Storyhouse Returns To Grosvenor Park For Summer 2026
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026

Storyhouse will return to Grosvenor Park in the summer of 2026, continuing its tradition of captivating outdoor theater experiences in a historic setting.

Freya Skye Upgrades Sydney and Melbourne Venues for 'Stars Align Tour' Dates Photo

Freya Skye Upgrades Sydney and Melbourne Venues for 'Stars Align Tour' Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 26, 2026

Due to presale ticket demand for Freya Skye's Australian 'Stars Align Tour,' venues have been upgraded for the Sydney and Melbourne stops this June. General on sale for all shows commences Friday 27 February, 3pm local time.

Cast Set for VICTORIA: A QUEEN UNBOUND at Watermill Theatre Photo

Cast Set for VICTORIA: A QUEEN UNBOUND at Watermill Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2026

The Watermill Theatre has revealed the cast for the world premiere of Victoria: A Queen Unbound, a new play by Daisy Goodwin, creator of ITV's Victoria.

Singer-Songwriter Brandy Clark Unveils Spring Headline Tour Dates Photo

Singer-Songwriter Brandy Clark Unveils Spring Headline Tour Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 25, 2026

Grammy, CMA and Americana Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician Brandy Clark will return to the road this spring with a series of newly confirmed headline dates.

Gab Pangilinan, Luke Street, & Javon King to Star in JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Photo

Gab Pangilinan, Luke Street, & Javon King to Star in JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Oliver Oliveros - Feb 24, 2026

International producers GMG Productions, Crossroads Live, and Work Light Productions have announced the principal cast for the Manila leg of the 'Jesus Christ Superstar' international tour.

Ora Jones, Issy van Randwyck and More to Star in THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR at CST Photo

Ora Jones, Issy van Randwyck and More to Star in THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR at CST
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026

Chicago Shakespeare Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for The Merry Wives of Windsor, an endlessly entertaining new take of Shakespeare’s most raucous comedy.

Boy George, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, and More Will Share The Role of King Herod in JESUS Photo

Boy George, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, and More Will Share The Role of King Herod in JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026

Further casting has been announced for Jesus Christ Superstar at The London Palladium this summer. Joining the previously announced Sam Ryder as Jesus are an all-star line-up of six performers sharing the role of King Herod.

Harry Clayton-Wright's MR BLACKPOOL Will Embark on UK Tour Photo

Harry Clayton-Wright's MR BLACKPOOL Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026

Harry Clayton-Wright's Mr Blackpool will return in 2026 for its biggest performances yet, heading to Salford, Brighton and Blackpool on a UK tour. Learn more here!

Casting Details Announced for MONA LOSER Workshop at Birmingham Hippodrome Photo

Casting Details Announced for MONA LOSER Workshop at Birmingham Hippodrome
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2026

Casting has been announced for workshop performances of Mona Loser at Birmingham Hippodrome. Produced by Tim Johanson Productions with Birmingham Hippodrome, Mona Loser is a contemporary musical set in the music industry about viral fame, fakery, and identity.

Freya Skye Sets New 'Stars Align' Tour Dates Across Australia, Europe, the U.S., and Photo

Freya Skye Sets New 'Stars Align' Tour Dates Across Australia, Europe, the U.S., and Europe
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 19, 2026

Freya Skye announces her Stars Align tour, kicking off June 7 in Brisbane, AU! The Zombies 4 breakout star heads to Australia, the U.S., and Europe.

Olly Alexander and Iz Hesketh Join Cast for UK Reading of RIGHT BEFORE I GO Photo

Olly Alexander and Iz Hesketh Join Cast for UK Reading of RIGHT BEFORE I GO
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026

Olly Alexander and Iz Hesketh will join Vanessa Williams and Matt Henry in a UK reading of Stan Zimmerman's suicide awareness play, RIGHT BEFORE I GO, at London's Soho Theatre.

Full Cast Set For KINKY BOOTS at London Coliseum With Johannes Radebe and Matt Cardle Photo

Full Cast Set For KINKY BOOTS at London Coliseum With Johannes Radebe and Matt Cardle
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2026

The full cast has been announced for the brand-new production of the Olivier, Tony and Grammy Award-winning KINKY BOOTS The Musical. Learn more about the cast here!

INTO THE WOODS, EVITA, and More Nominated For 2026 Critics' Circle Theatre Awards; Fu Photo

INTO THE WOODS, EVITA, and More Nominated For 2026 Critics' Circle Theatre Awards; Full List
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2026

The Critics' Circle has announced the nominations for the 2026 Theatre Awards, highlighting outstanding theatrical achievements.

Interview: Annika Andersson in SALTSTÄNK OCH SMUGGELSPRIT Photo

Interview: Annika Andersson in SALTSTÄNK OCH SMUGGELSPRIT
by Annette Stolt - Feb 10, 2026

30 years as an actor and now she returns to the Vallarna where it all started.

West End Revival of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Sets 2026 Australia Tour Photo

West End Revival of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Sets 2026 Australia Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 5, 2026

Following sold-out seasons in London and across the UK, the critically acclaimed Fiddler on the Roof is set to tour Australia in 2026, with its inaugural premiere season at Theatre Royal Sydney from July 2026.

Full Cast Set for KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN; Layton Williams Departs Photo

Full Cast Set for KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN; Layton Williams Departs
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026

Co-producers Curve, Bristol Old Vic and Mayflower Southampton have revealed the full cast for the upcoming revival of John Kander and Fred Ebb’s musical, Kiss of the Spider Woman.

Maisie Smith, Jed Berry and More to Star in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS in the UK Photo

Maisie Smith, Jed Berry and More to Star in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS in the UK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026

The cast has been revealed for a major new revival of Little Shop of Horrors. EastEnders legend and Strictly Come Dancing Finalist Maisie Smith will take to the stage in her first leading musical theatre role, plus more!

Joel Harper-Jackson to Play Frank Sinatra in SINATRA THE MUSICAL Photo

Joel Harper-Jackson to Play Frank Sinatra in SINATRA THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

Joel Harper-Jackson will play Frank Sinatra in Sinatra The Musical – the West End premiere of the new musical based on the life and career of the legendary artist and cultural icon.

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 5/18/2012 to 9/8/2012, A Midsummer Night's Dream (Open Air) which ran from 6/2/2012 to 9/5/2012, The Boy Friend which ran from 7/18/2006 to 9/9/2006, Camelot which ran from 7/23/2004 to 9/4/2004 and

Videos

Shows at the Open Air Theatre
DATES			PRODUCTION
5/16/2019	-	6/8/2019	Our Town (2019)
8/3/2018	-	9/15/2018	Little Shop of Horrors (2018)
7/6/2018	-	7/28/2018	As You Like It (2018)
6/22/2018	-	6/30/2018	The Turn of the Screw (2018)
8/11/2017	-	9/16/2017	Jesus Christ Superstar (2017)
7/17/2017	-	8/4/2017	Oliver Twist (2017)
7/7/2017	-	8/5/2017	A Tale of Two Cities (2017)
5/19/2017	-	7/1/2017	On the Town (2017)
6/2/2012	-	9/6/2012	A Midsummer Night's Dream (Open Air) (2012)
5/18/2012	-	9/8/2012	Ragtime (2012)
7/19/2007	-	8/25/2007	Lady, Be Good (2007)
7/18/2006	-	9/9/2006	The Boy Friend (2006)
7/30/2004	-	8/21/2004	Wind in the Willows (2004)
7/23/2004	-	9/4/2004	Camelot (2004)
7/31/1984	-	8/24/1984	Bashville (1984)
8/2/1983	-	8/2/1983	Bashville (1983)
	-		H.M.S. Pinafore (2005)
	-		Peter Pan (2018)