Age Recommendation
12 and over
Performance Dates
22 Sep - 9 Jan 2027
Performance Times
Mon - Sat 7.30pm, Weds & Sat 2pm
Content Warning
Features haze, loud noises, flashing lights, as well as strobe effects that may affect audience members who are sensitive to light. There will be periods of absolute darkness in the auditorium as part of the show, we ask you to remain in your seats during this time.
Run time
2 hrs 40 mins (incl. interval)
Venue
Noel Coward Theatre
About Into the Woods
The beloved fairytale musical Into the Woods returns to London in an enchanting new production at the Noel Coward Theatre. Directed by Jordan Fein, this bold revival brings Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s masterpiece to life. This spellbinding show invites you to explore what really happens after “happily ever after.”
What is Into the Woods about?
Into the Woods weaves together the stories of familiar fairytale characters, including Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack, and Rapunzel, into a clever and dark musical adventure.
When a Baker and his Wife are cursed by a Witch and must journey into the woods to break the spell, they encounter a world full of unexpected consequences and moral twists. As wishes are granted and dreams come true, the characters soon learn that every choice comes at a cost…
Stephen Sondheim’s Fairytale Masterpiece
Into the Woods was the second collaboration between Sondheim and Lapine after Sunday in the Park with George (1984). It first debuted on Broadway in 1987, winning three Tony Awards including Best Score and Best Book.
The show has since had multiple major productions including Broadway revivals, West End runs, and a 2022 Broadway revival which received 11 Olivier Award nominations at the 2026 ceremony, winning 2 awards including Best Musical Revival.
A Disney film adaptation directed by Rob Marshall was released in 2014, starring Meryl Streep, James Corden, Emily Blunt, Anna Kendrick, Chris Pine and Johnny Depp.
Cast and creatives
Into the Woods features music & lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by James Lapine. This revival is directed by Jordan Fein with design by Tom Scutt.
The cast includes Kate Fleetwood (The Witch), Jo Foster (Jack), and Gracie McGonigal (Little Red Riding Hood), reprising their roles, with further casting to be announced.
Book your tickets
Whether you’re a lifelong Sondheim fan or new to this beloved musical, this West End production promises to be one of the most exciting shows of the season.
