The show will return next summer in a new immersive production performed at a custom-built theatre. With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and direction by Luke Sheppard, the musical tells the story of a group of toy trains that magically come to life, as they get ready to compete in the most epic race ever brought onstage.
There’s a light at the end of the tunnel! And it has the name of Rusty – and all of its friends. Yes, it’s exactly what you think. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s family fave musical is returning to London – and it’s doing like never before! Directed by Luke Sheppard (& Juliet, The Little Big Things) this new production will play in a custom-built theatre created specifically for the show, which will be located inside the Troubadour Wembley Park and will encompass a cast of 40 actors to bring back the charm and much beloved repertoire of one of Webber’s most successful pieces.
“I am thrilled that STARLIGHT EXPRESS will be powering down the tracks again.”, says Lloyd Webber. “The world’s first truly immersive musical will this time be an experience like no other. Watch out for the big new plot twist and you will discover why steam power is the future of the railway.”
“Nothing comes close to the thrill of STARLIGHT EXPRESS and it’s a privilege to be directing this brand-new production, which will bring audiences right up close to all the music, the wonder and the action that makes this show so iconic”, adds Sheppard. “We hope it will take London by storm all over again, and be both a celebration of this legendary work, as well as passing the train set to a new generation in a big, bold, and reimagined way. We can’t wait to get our skates on!”.
Seen by over 20 million people all over the world, the musical rolls around a set of toy trains that magically come to life, as they prepare to race to see which one of them is the fastest in the universe. With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Richard Stilgoe, the creative team includes set designer Tim Hatley (Back to the Future), video designer Andrzej Goulding (Life of Pi), costume designer Gabriella Slade (Six), lighting designer Howard Hudson, among others.
Starlight Express will begin its run on 8 June 2024. Information and updates are available on the following link.