Můj soused Totoro
Gillian Lynne Theatre
od £24
Venue
166 Drury Lane, Camden WC2B 5PW
Divadlo Gillian Lynne Theatre patří mezi přední londýnské scény, o kterých píše portál British Theatre. Než se k nám vypravíte, prohlédněte si program připravovaných představení, praktické informace pro návštěvníky i tipy pro rezervaci vstupenek. Místo, kde dnes stojí moderní New London Theatre, hostilo hospůdky a hudební sály (music halls) už od dob Alžbětinců. Tehdy tu stával hostinec The Great Mogul, který byl spojován s legendární Nell Gwynne. V 19. století se na tomto místě nacházel The Mogul Saloon (postavený v roce 1847), na jehož základech v roce 1851 vznikla Middlesex Music Hall a následně v roce 1911 přestavěné New Middlesex Theatre of Varieties. V roce 1919 bylo divadlo prodáno, zrekonstruováno a znovu otevřeno jako Winter Garden Theatre. Na jeho prknech se před definitivním uzavřením v roce 1959 vystřídaly inscenace jako Kissing Time, A Night Out, Sally, Primrose, Funny Face (v hlavní roli s Fredem Astairem), On The Rocks, Hotel Paradiso nebo The Iceman Cometh. Nové New London Theatre bylo otevřeno 2. ledna 1973 inscenací Unknown Soldier and His Wife, následovanou muzikálem Pomáda (s Richardem Gerem v roli Dannyho). V roce 1997 začalo divadlo na několik let sloužit jako televizní studio, než se opět vrátilo k divadelním produkcím. Největším hitem divadla byl muzikál Cats (Kočky), který se zde hrál od roku 1981 do roku 2002 a dosáhl celkem 8 949 repríz. Až do roku 2006, kdy jej překonali Bídníci (Les Misérables), držel tento kus rekord jako nejdéle uváděný muzikál ve West Endu. V roce 2018 Andrew Lloyd Webber, jehož společnost Really Useful Group budovu od roku 1991 vlastní, oznámil, že divadlo bude přejmenováno na Gillian Lynne Theatre. Stalo se tak vůbec prvním divadlem v Londýně, které nese jméno po ženě. Dame Gillian Lynne začínala svou dráhu jako baletka v souboru Sadler’s Wells Ballet během druhé světové války. Své první velké sólo tančila při otevření Královské opery v Londýně (Royal Opera House) v den svých 20. narozenin. Později působila v Královském baletu a stala se hvězdou West Endu, kde zářila v London Palladium či ve velkolepých produkcích typu Can Can v London Coliseum. Lynne si rychle získala renomé jako choreografka a režisérka, spolupracující s English National Opera, Royal Shakespeare Company a na mnoha show ve West Endu i na Broadwayi. Nejvíce ji však proslavila spolupráce s Andrewe Lloydem Webberem: vytvořila choreografii pro muzikály Cats (uvedené v New London Theatre v roce 1981), Fantom opery (druhý nejdéle hraný muzikál West Endu) a Aspects of Love. V roce 2013 obdržela Gillian Lynne speciální cenu Laurence Oliviera za svůj celoživotní přínos divadlu a v roce 2014 jí byl v rámci novoročního seznamu poct královny Alžběty II. udělen titul Dame. Divadlo je v současné době domovem kritiky oceňovaného muzikálu Andrewa Lloyda Webbera <a href="https://www.britishtheatre.com/shows/school-of-rock/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">School Of Rock</a>. Loď komediantů (Show Boat) (duben 2016 – War Horse (Válečný kůň) (28. března 2009 – březen 2016)Imagine This – nový muzikál (19. listopadu 2008 – 14. června 2008)Jih proti Severu (Gone With The Wind) – nový muzikál (22. dubna 2008 – 14. června 2008)Racek (21. listopadu 2007 – 12. ledna 2008)Král Lear (14. listopadu 2007 – 12. ledna 2008)Blue Man Group (10. listopadu 2005 – 24. června 2007)Josef a jeho úžasný pestrobarevný plášť (2. března 2003 – 3. září 2005)Umoja (6. září 2002 – 8. února 2003)CATS (Kočky) (11. května 1981 – 11. května 2002) 1, 8, 19, 25, 38, 55, 59, 68, 91, 98, 168, 171, 188, 242, 243, 521 Parkoviště NCP Parker Mews. Chinatown (program Q-Park) K dispozici je výtah pro vozíčkáře, vyhrazená místa v hledišti i sedadla umožňující přesun z vozíku. Ano, v prostorách je k dispozici upravená toaleta. PŘEDSTAVENÍ S ASISTENCÍ:Nabízí divadlo vybavení pro sluchově postižené? V celém hledišti je k dispozici infračervený systém pro posílení zvuku (k zapůjčení je 6 sad sluchátek). Vstup s asistentskými psy je do hlediště povolen. Personál divadla také nabízí možnost hlídání psů během představení. Pro bližší informace prosím kontaktujte přímo pokladnu nebo správu divadla. Úchvatná adaptace milovaného animovaného filmu studia Ghibli od Royal Shakespeare Company je nyní k vidění v Gillian Lynne Theatre. Držitelka šesti Olivierových cen – tato „hluboce magická podívaná“ (Elle) oživuje kouzelný příběh Hajaa Mijazakiho prostřednictvím velkolepé loutkařiny, včetně nezapomenutelného Totoru a legendárního Catbusu. Dojemný příběh o dospívání, který oslavuje dětskou fantazii. Získejte jako první přístup k nejlepším vstupenkám, exkluzivním nabídkám a nejčerstvějším novinkám z West Endu. Z odběru se můžete kdykoli odhlásit. Zásady ochrany osobních údajů
Photos via Google. Attributions: Gillian Lynne Theatre, Raza Khan, Fabrizio Sala
Capacity
Around 1,295 (two levels)
Current attached shows
1
Google rating
4.7 ★ (7.2k)
Show Boat (April 2016 -War Horse (28 March 2009 - March 2016)
Imagine This – A New Musical (19 November 2008 – 14 June 2008)
Gone With The Wind – A New Musical (22 April 2008 – 14 June 2008)
The Seagull (21 November 2007 – 12 January 2008)
King Lear (14 November 2007 – 12 January 2008)
Blue Man Group (10 November 2005 – 24 June 2007)
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (2 March 2003 – 3 September 2005)
Umoja (6 September 2002 – 8 February 2003)
CATS (11 Mat 1981 – 11 May 2002)
Box office closed · opens 12pm
These are the box office (ticket desk) hours supplied by Google. The theatre itself opens around 45 minutes before curtain-up — always check your ticket for the performance start time. You can book online any time through British Theatre.
Tube
Covent Garden, Holborn
Train
Charing Cross
Bus
1, 8, 19, 25, 38, 55, 59, 68, 91, 98, 168, 171, 188, 242, 243, 521
Parking
NCP Parker Mews. Chinatown (Q Park scheme)
For the best all-round view at the Gillian Lynne Theatre, aim for the central Stalls, a few rows back from the front where you sit roughly level with the thrust stage. If you want to be closer, the front and centre of the Stalls puts you right at the action, though the stage height can crop the lowest sightlines. The auditorium holds around 1,295 across two levels, the Stalls and the Circle (sometimes called the Dress Circle).
| Level | Best for | Worth knowing |
|---|---|---|
| Stalls | The best overall views, close to a wraparound thrust stage | Steeply raked with no pillars, so sightlines hold up well to the rear. The side blocks face the stage at an angle, and safety rails sit around the mid-Stalls aisles. |
| Circle | A raised, elevated overview and strong value in the central rows | Narrow and curved, so the far sides look at the stage side on. A safety rail runs along the front row and handrails border the side sections. |
The finest seats for My Neighbour Totoro are in the central Stalls, roughly the middle rows of the central block, where you are square to the thrust stage and close enough to catch the puppetry and detail without craning. Because the Stalls are well raked and free of pillars, even seats further back keep a clean, central view. The central rows of the Circle also give a lovely elevated take on the staging.
This is a thrust stage venue, so the auditorium wraps the stage in a horseshoe and the seats down the far sides of both levels face the action side on, seeing less of the full picture. In the Stalls, safety rails cross the aisles around the middle of the level and the very front row sits low against the stage. In the Circle, a safety rail runs along the front row and the side sections have handrails, so it is worth checking a seat view photo before committing to an end or side seat.
The sweet spot for value is the central Stalls a little further back, where prices ease but the raked, unobstructed sightlines stay strong, and the central rows of the Circle, which give a good elevated view for less than the premium Stalls. Side seats in both levels are cheaper again if you are happy with an angled view. If you are not sure which level suits you, our West End seating guide explains how the levels compare. Compare live prices and seat availability across every section at My Neighbour Totoro.

Wheelchair escalator, spaces and transfer seats available
Are there adapted toilets?
An adapted toilet is available
Are there facilities for the hard-of-hearing?
There is an infrared system working throughout the auditorium (6 headsets)
Are guide dogs and/or hearing dogs permitted?
Access dogs are allowed inside the auditorium. Staff dog-sitting available.
Please contact the theatre directly for further information.
Gillian Lynne Theatre
od £24
Gillian Lynne Theatre
We went to see My Neighbour Totoro and absolutely loved it! The large scale puppetry was amazing and really brought the story to life. Our seats were very comfortable, and the theatre amenities were great, with a few bars and well-managed queues that weren’t too bad. A fantastic overall experience. Also, Caravan Covent Garden opposite is a great place to stop for a bite before the show, which made the whole experience even better. Highly recommend!
I enjoyed my time at the Gillian Lynne Theatre to see one of the sought-after events of Gabrielle Bernstein's live event last in July 2025. The venue was easy to get to as it was walking distance from Holborn and Coven Garden stations. I arrived early and saw Gabby come out of a car, greeting us and amazed at all the people waiting in the queue. We were able to see her go into the theatre in preparation of the show. They also sold Gabby's new books. The seats were good. I enjoyed every moment of her live show. Such a memory.
My Neighbour Totoro was absolutely wonderful. The staging and puppetry were incredibly imaginative and a joy to watch. Because of a Tube delay, we arrived a few minutes late and had to watch the first 10–15 minutes on a screen, but the staff were incredibly helpful and escorted us to our seats as soon as we were allowed in. We didn’t feel like we’d missed much at all. We were seated in the very front row on the side, which gave us an amazing up-close view of the stage design and puppetry—seeing it so closely really enhanced the experience. I highly recommend this show.
Saw My Neighbor Totoro and honestly loved it. The seats in the upper circle were really good – comfy and I could see everything perfectly. I was honestly shocked at how good Totoro looked on stage, it was amazing! The acting was really strong, and everyone did such a great job bringing the characters to life. The singer and the musicians were incredible too – they added so much energy and really made the show feel magical. Definitely a brilliant night out and would totally recommend it!
Reviews sourced from Google Maps.
The best seats are in the central Stalls, a few rows back from the front, where you sit square to the thrust stage with a clear, close view. The Stalls are steeply raked and free of pillars, so central seats further back also keep excellent sightlines. The central rows of the Circle offer a good elevated alternative.
Because the stage thrusts into the auditorium, seats down the far sides of both the Stalls and the Circle face the action side on and see less of the full staging. Safety rails cross the mid-Stalls aisles, a rail runs along the front row of the Circle, and handrails border the Circle side sections, so it is worth checking a seat view before booking an end or side seat.
The Gillian Lynne Theatre seats around 1,295 people across two levels, the Stalls and the Circle. The Stalls are the larger level and the Circle sits above with a raised, curved view of the stage.
Yes, there is step-free access to the venue and a lift gives level access to the Stalls for access patrons. There are dedicated wheelchair spaces with companion seats in Row P of the Stalls, and staff can advise on seats suitable for transferring from a wheelchair.
The best value is the central Stalls a little further back, where prices ease while the raked, unobstructed sightlines stay strong. The central rows of the Circle are also good value, giving an elevated view for less than the premium Stalls, and angled side seats in either level are cheaper again.
The current production at Divadlo Gillian Lynne Theatre is My Neighbour Totoro. Browse and book tickets directly through British Theatre.
The nearest tube station is Covent Garden, Holborn.
Divadlo Gillian Lynne Theatre is located at 166 Drury Lane, Camden WC2B 5PW.
You can call Divadlo Gillian Lynne Theatre on 020 3925 2998. For tickets and bookings, please use British Theatre to secure the best seats.
The Divadlo Gillian Lynne Theatre box office (ticket desk) operates: Monday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM; Tuesday: 12:00 – 7:45 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 – 7:45 PM; Thursday: 12:00 – 7:45 PM; Friday: 12:00 – 7:45 PM; Saturday: 12:00 – 7:45 PM; Sunday: 12:00 – 5:45 PM. Right now the box office is closed · opens 12pm. The theatre itself opens around 45 minutes before curtain-up — and you can book online any time through British Theatre.
Divadlo Gillian Lynne Theatre offers wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, wheelchair-accessible toilets, wheelchair-accessible parking. Please contact the venue directly if you have specific access requirements.
Divadlo Gillian Lynne Theatre has a capacity of Around 1,295 (two levels) — small enough to feel intimate but large enough to host major productions.