Into the Woods follows a Baker and his wife, who long for a child, as they venture into the mysterious woods to break a curse placed upon them by a vengeful Witch. Along the way, they cross paths with familiar fairytale characters, each with their own wishes, dreams, and dilemmas. This London production reimagines the classic musical with a stellar cast, breathtaking sets, and a full orchestra bringing Sondheim’s iconic score to life, featuring unforgettable numbers like Children Will Listen, No One Is Alone, and Agony.
The musical begins with a collection of familiar fairytale characters, each of whom has a wish: Cinderella dreams of attending the royal ball, Jack hopes his cow will give milk, the Baker and his Wife long for a child, and Little Red Riding Hood is on her way to her grandmother’s house. When the Witch reveals that the Baker and his Wife are cursed, they embark on a quest to gather magical items that will break the spell.
As Act I unfolds, the characters seemingly achieve their wishes, but Act II reveals the price they must pay. A giant’s wrath brings chaos, alliances shift, and characters face unexpected losses. In the end, Into the Woods delivers a profound message: “Be careful what you wish for.”
Show timings for Into the Woods may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
From the playful Agony to the haunting Children Will Listen and the wistful No One Is Alone, Sondheim’s beloved score blends whimsy with wisdom in this fairytale mashup.
Nestled in the heart of London, the Bridge Theatre is a revolutionary performance space founded by Nicholas Hytner and Nick Starr in 2017. With its innovative 900-seat auditorium, the theatre seamlessly blends cutting-edge new productions with reimagined classics, attracting world-class talent and creating transformative theatrical experiences that push the boundaries of performance.
The Bridge Theatre seating plan will help you find the best seats in the theater.
Available facilities: restrooms, bar, cloakrooms
Accessibility: wheelchair accessible, wheelchair spaces available, assistive listening devices, guide dogs allowed, hearing assistance, accessible restrooms, audio description, dementia-friendly, touch tours, captioned performances
I have listened to the score before but this rivival was expect-vulgar. It really brought the songs to life. The way that they introduce the woods is so magical. I love the idea of them having the beginning in the black box with the island kitchen table separating all the stories and then opening up the background to introduce this amazing atmospheric experience. Hats off to the whole crew for the amazing production. The complementary and organic looking costumes and the amazing performances of the actors themselves, adding their own little quirks to the show.
One of the best productions of Into the Woods I have ever seen. All the details from the set to the costumes to the staging and performances were phenomenal. I think what struck me the most was the cohesiveness of all the elements. It came together in such a new and organic way that, though I have seen other productions of the show, this one just hit home and really pulled the entire spectrum of emotions for me. Bravo!!!
We were traveling in London and wanted to see a high-quality musical. We didn't know Into the Woods, but the fairy tale theme appealed to us. The show is spectacular, especially the sets, and the songs are really catchy! It's a superb rewriting of the fairy tales of our childhood. I recommend it without hesitation :)
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Everything was fantastic! Easy to get tickets, easy access to theater and phenomenal al show. The seats were comfortable and the story amusing. The performers were outstanding and the sound system perfect. We had a great evening at a show perfect for all age groups.
The singing was superb. The fairytale atmosphere of the first half was spellbinding and a wonderful preparation for a more thunderous second half. The set was totally amazing, making it a truly mesmerising theatrical experience.
The cost of the tickets starts from £31.25 and will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
The musical does not have a strict age limit. However, it is most suitable for ages 12 years and above.
The musical intertwines the tales of various fairy-tale characters who venture into the woods to fulfil their wishes. As their stories collide, they face unexpected consequences, leading to lessons about desire, responsibility, and community.
The show is playing at the Bridge Theatre.
This reimagined staging is performed in the round, with immersive elements that place the audience at the heart of the action.
Yes, the original Broadway production won 3 Tony Awards, including Best Original Score and Best Book of a Musical.
This production contains themes of grief, death, and graphic violence, along with haze effects, strobe lighting in Act 2, and loud noises.