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Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club

Playhouse Theatre, London4.7491 reviews

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Now booking until 29 July 2027 at the Playhouse TheatreAbout 2 hours 45 minutes, including one interval13+ (not recommended for under 13s)

Venue

Playhouse Theatre, London

Category

Musicals

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About the show

Book Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, the record breaking seven Olivier Award winning revival at the Playhouse Theatre in London. Skylar Astin plays the Emcee until 12 December 2026 and Sarah Hyland plays Sally Bowles until 23 January 2027. Now booking to 29 July 2027.

Book Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club tickets at the Playhouse Theatre, London

Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club turns the Playhouse Theatre into a 1930s Berlin nightclub. Rebecca Frecknall's revival won a record seven Olivier Awards, including Best Musical Revival, and is now booking until 29 July 2027. Skylar Astin plays the Emcee until 12 December 2026 and Sarah Hyland plays Sally Bowles until 23 January 2027, both in their West End debuts.

Kander and Ebb's musical follows American writer Clifford Bradshaw and singer Sally Bowles as the Nazis rise to power outside the club, with songs including Willkommen, Maybe This Time, Money and the title song.

An evening at Cabaret in the Kit Kat Club on Northumberland Avenue

Allow about 2 hours 45 minutes including one interval, plus time for the prologue: the club opens early with performers, drinks and music in the bars before the show. The stage sits in the round, so every seat is close to the action.

How to book Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club tickets on British Theatre

Pick a date in the calendar on the Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club page to see live prices, from dress circle seats to tables close to the stage.

Practical tips before Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club

  • Arrive at least 45 minutes early for the prologue.
  • Phone cameras are covered on entry; photos are not allowed.
  • Dress up if you like: many guests choose an evening look.

Why you will love Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club in London

  • A fully immersive West End night out.
  • Star turns from Skylar Astin and Sarah Hyland.
  • One of the most decorated musical revivals in Olivier Award history.

Good to know about Cabaret at the Playhouse Theatre

Age guidance

Not recommended for under 13s. Contains sexual content, political violence and antisemitism.

Running time

About 2 hours 45 minutes, including one interval.

Venue

The Kit Kat Club at the Playhouse Theatre, Northumberland Avenue, London WC2N 5DE.

Cast & Creatives

Full cast & creatives

Emcee

Skylar Astin (until 12 December 2026)

Sally Bowles

Sarah Hyland (until 23 January 2027)

Clifford Bradshaw

Baker Mukasa

Fraulein Schneider

Ruthie Henshall

Herr Schultz

Robert Hands

Ernst Ludwig

Ronan Burns

Fraulein Kost / Fritzie

Lindsay Atherton

Who created this production of Cabaret?

Cabaret has music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, and a book by Joe Masteroff, based on the play by John Van Druten and stories by Christopher Isherwood. This production is directed by Rebecca Frecknall (Olivier Award winner), with design by Tom Scutt, choreography by Julia Cheng, and musical supervision by Jennifer Whyte.

What awards has Cabaret won?

This production of Cabaret won a record-breaking seven Olivier Awards in 2022, including Best Musical Revival, Best Director (Rebecca Frecknall), Best Actor in a Musical (Eddie Redmayne), Best Actress in a Musical (Jessie Buckley), Best Supporting Actor (Elliot Levey), Best Supporting Actress (Liza Sadovy), and Best Sound Design. It has become one of London's most celebrated and longest-running revivals.

Frequently asked questions

How long is Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club?

Cabaret runs for about 2 hours 45 minutes, including one interval. Evening performances normally end around 10.15pm and matinees around 4.45pm.

What age is Cabaret suitable for?

The producers recommend that children under 13 do not attend. The show includes sexual content, political violence and antisemitism.

Who is in the Cabaret London cast?

Skylar Astin plays the Emcee until 12 December 2026 and Sarah Hyland plays Sally Bowles until 23 January 2027. They are joined by Baker Mukasa as Clifford Bradshaw, Ruthie Henshall as Fraulein Schneider and Robert Hands as Herr Schultz.

Where is Cabaret playing in London?

Cabaret plays at the Kit Kat Club, inside the Playhouse Theatre on Northumberland Avenue, London WC2N 5DE, near Embankment and Charing Cross stations.

How early should I arrive at the Kit Kat Club?

Doors open well before the show for the prologue in the club bars, so arrive at least 45 minutes early to enjoy it. Latecomers may not be admitted straight away.

Can I take photos at Cabaret?

No. Phone cameras are covered with a sticker on arrival and photography is not allowed anywhere in the club.

What awards has this Cabaret won?

Rebecca Frecknall's production won a record seven Olivier Awards in 2022, including Best Musical Revival.

How long is Cabaret booking in London?

Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club is currently booking until 29 July 2027.

Cancellation policy. These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.

Venue

Playhouse Theatre, London

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Tube

Charing Cross, Embankment

Train

Charing Cross

Bus

3,6,9,12,13,15,23,24,29,53,77a, 88, 91, 139

Parking

NCP Bedfordbury. Masterpark Spring Hadens. Trafalgar, Chinatown (Q Park scheme).

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