Rent

Book Rent tickets for the Tom Stoppard Theatre in London

Rent, Jonathan Larson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning rock musical, is back in the West End for its 30th anniversary at the Tom Stoppard Theatre (formerly the Duke of York’s Theatre) on St Martin’s Lane. Luke Sheppard directs, and Gaten Matarazzo makes his West End debut as Mark. Performances began on 26 September 2026, opening night is 8 October 2026 and the run is now booking until 29 May 2027.

Inspired by Puccini’s La Bohème, the story follows a group of young artists, musicians and friends in New York’s East Village as they chase love and ambition and try to build lives on their own terms.

An evening of Rent in the round at the Tom Stoppard Theatre

The show runs for about 2 hours 45 minutes, including an interval. For this production the theatre has been reconfigured in the round, with the band on stage and a score that includes Seasons of Love, La Vie Bohème and One Song Glory. The theatre is a short walk from Leicester Square and Charing Cross stations.

How to book Rent tickets for the Tom Stoppard Theatre on British Theatre

Pick a date in the calendar on this page, choose an evening or matinee, then select your seats and check out. Gaten Matarazzo is currently scheduled to play Mark until 10 January 2027, so choose a date before then if you want to see him in the role.

Practical tips for Rent at the Tom Stoppard Theatre

• Arrive at least 30 minutes early to allow for entry and security checks. Latecomers are admitted at a suitable break.
• Drinks bought at the theatre can be taken to your seat in approved containers. Outside food and drink are not permitted.
• Photography, video and audio recording are not allowed during the performance.
• If you have access needs, contact the venue before booking, as the in-the-round layout changes the usual seating positions.

Why you will love Rent at the Tom Stoppard Theatre

• A landmark rock musical back in the West End for its 30th anniversary
• Seasons of Love and the full score played live
• Gaten Matarazzo in his West End debut, with Travis Ross as Roger and Alexa Lopez as Mimi
• An in-the-round staging that puts the audience close to the company

Planning another big London musical? Try Hadestown or Hamilton.

Good to know about Rent at the Tom Stoppard Theatre

Age guidance for Rent

Recommended for ages 14 and over. Under 5s are not permitted in the auditorium. The production contains adult themes including HIV/AIDS, bereavement, drug use, addiction, suicide and sexual content, plus strong language, smoking, haze, strobe and pyrotechnic effects.

Rent performance times

Monday to Saturday at 7.30pm, with matinees on Friday and Saturday at 2.30pm.

Access performances of Rent

Captioned: Thursday 12 November 2026 at 7.30pm. Audio described: Saturday 21 November 2026 at 2.30pm. BSL interpreted: Saturday 28 November 2026 at 2.30pm.

Seating for Rent at the Tom Stoppard Theatre

The auditorium has been reconfigured in the round for this production, so the layout differs from the usual stalls and circles. Compare the seats shown for your chosen date before you book.