About Spirited Away
London Coliseum, London
Booking to 24 August 2024
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★★★★★ “Unpredictable spectacle” Independent
Studio Ghibli’s Oscar winning film Spirited Away is re-imagined on stage at the London Coliseum in April 2024.
Spirited Away, created by legendary animator and director Hayao Miyazaki, has been adapted for the stage by Toho Theatrical Department and Olivier and Tony Award-winning director John Caird (Les Misérables).
Following a sell-out tour of Japan in 2022, many of the original Japanese cast are coming to London, including Kanna Hashimoto and Mone Kamishiraishi as Chihiro, alongside new stars Rina Kawaei and Momoko Fukuchi as Chihiro, performing this spectacular production for a strictly limited London season from April to August 2024.
A masterpiece of storytelling and stunning visuals,Spirited Awaytells the enchanting tale of Chihiro who, while traveling to a new home with her family, stumbles into a world of fantastic spirits ruled over by the sorceress Yubaba.
Miyazaki’s Oscar-winning movie is brought beautifully to life with a live orchestra playing the magnificent film score by Joe Hisaishi, arranged by Brad Haak (Mary Poppins).
The production will be presented in the original Japanese, with English captions.
Spirited Away will play at the London Coliseum from 30 April to 24 August 2024.
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Performance dates
Booking to 24 August 2024
Age restrictions
7+
Running time
3 hours (including interval)
Performance days
Evenings: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Matinees: Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday
Performance information is for guidance only. Check booking calendar for details.
What's the story of Spirited Away?
Spirited Away tells the enchanting tale of Chihiro who while traveling to a new home with her family, stumbles into a world of fantastic spirits ruled over by the sorceress Yubaba. When her parents are turned into pigs and she is put to work in a magical bathhouse, Chihiro must use her wits to survive in this strange new place, find a way to free her parents, and return to the normal world.
Who is in the cast of Spirited Away?
Stars from the original Japanese production include Kanna Hashimoto and Mone Kamishiraishi as Chihiro; Kotaro Daigo and Hiroki Miura as Haku; Fu Hinami as Lin and Chihiro’s mother; Tomorowo Taguchi and Satoshi Hashimoto as Kamaji; Mari Natsuki and Romi Park as Yubaba and Zeniba; Kenya Osumi as Aniyaku and Chihiro’s father; Sunao Yoshimura as Chichiyaku; Obata no Oniisan as Aogaeru; Yuya Igarashi as Kashira and Mayu Musha as Bo.
Also, Mari Natsuki returns to the role of Yubaba in this stage production, having voiced the role in Studio Ghibli’s 2001 Oscar-winning film.
New to the show are Rina Kawaei and Momoko Fukuchi as Chihiro; Atsuki Mashiko as Haku; Hikaru Yamano as Kaonashi or ‘No-Face’; Yuki Hana and Rion Misaki as Lin and Chihiro’s mother; Tomu Miyazaki as Kamaji; Hitomi Harukaze as Yubaba and Zeniba; Toshihiko Ito as Chichiyaku and Seiya Motoki as Aogaeru.
Completing the company are Miyu Ayahashi, Kaito Arai, Yoko Ose, Wataru Oshige, Motoko Orii, Akino Konno, Ryo Sawamura, Mayu Suetomi, Rico Takahashi, Hayato Takehiro, Saya Chinen, Hanano Teshirogi, Ayame Nakagami, Yuuki Nishinomiya, Rei Hanashima, Yoshiki Fujioka, Norihide Mantani, Eiji Mizuno, Miffy, Maki Morita, Yuna Yasuno, Yamato, Kazuma Kimura, Annakanako Mohri, Marina Mori and Toshiki Hirose.
Who are the creative team of Spirited Away?
Based on Studio Ghibli’s animated movie Spirited Away created by Hayao Miyazaki, and featuring music by Joe Hisaishi, arranged by Brad Haak.
Re-imagined for the stage by Toho Theatrical Department and John Caird.
Adapted by John Caird, and co-adapted by Maoko Imai.
Set designer: Jon Bausor; Puppet designer: Toby Olié; Choreography by: Shigehiro Ide; Costume Designer: Sachiko Nakahara; Lighting Designer: Jiro Katsushiba; Sound Designer: Koichi Yamamoto;Hair and Make Up Designer: Hiroaki Miyauchi; Projection Designer: Satoshi Kuriyama; Stage Manager: Takashi Hojo; Assistant to the Director: Maoko Imai; Associate Director: Makoto Nagai; Co-Producer: Iain Gillie; Producer: Haruka Ogi.
Reviews of Spirited Away
★★★★★ "Constant, unpredictable spectacle" - The Independent
★★★★ "A theatrical feast" - The Guardian
★★★★ "Enchanting adaptation of an animated classic" - Financial Times
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Important Notes
Surtitles:
The production will be presented in the original Japanese, with English captions.
Access performances:
Audio described: Thursday 23 May 2024 evening;Relaxed Environment: Wednesday 12 June matinee; British Sign Language Performance: Wednesday 7 August evening
Venue Information
London Coliseum, St. Martin's Lane, London, WC2N 4ES
Nearest Tube or Train: Leicester Square (Northern line, Piccadilly line), Charing Cross (Northern line, Bakerloo line), Embankment (Northern line, Bakerloo line, District line, Circle line)
Nearest Buses: 3, 6, 9, 11, 12, 13, 15, 23, 24, 29, 53, 77a, 88, 91, 139, 159, 176
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Frequently Asked Questions
Spirited Away is playing at the London Coliseum in London
The running time of Spirited Away is 3 hours (including interval)
The age recommendations for Spirited Away are: 7+
Yes, Spirited Away has matinee performances on the following days: Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday
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