Duration
1 hr 50 mins
Closing Date
Until November 23, 2026
Age limit
Suitable for 12+
Why Watch Showstopper! The Improvised Musical?
Calling all improv enthusiasts for this one-of-a-kind, interactive musical! Each run of Showstopper! The Improvised Musical is special, and curated by you - the audience.
Put in your suggestions for musical styles, show titles, settings and more and feel personally involved in the creation of a unique singing, dancing and acting spectacle.
The possibilities are endless, so come with an imaginative mind to witness this musical theatre.
This critically acclaimed West End Musical has an Olivier Award to its name for best entertainment and family show.
Showstopper! The Improvised Musical is a completely improvised show which takes cues from the audience. It premiered in 2008 and has quickly become one of the most famous plays in its genre. The show has toured extensively in the UK before becoming a staple of London’s West End, where it sells out every year.
This unique concept was conceived at an improv comedy workshop that the creators Adam Meggido and Dylan Emery attended in London. The actors take suggestions from the audience who provide the show setting, title, and musicals whose style they then adopt. Book your Showstopper musical London tickets today!
Storyline
The premise of this show is a musical writer on a deadline, that fortunately meets an imaginative audience! The writer needs your help. You get to throw your suggestions out for everything from setting, musical style, and even the title itself.
The Showstopper! cast and musical team then invent a brand new musical live in front of the audience, with rib-tickling characters, incredible dance numbers, and wacky storylines. You walk in with no idea what you will experience, and walk out having filled your belly with laughter, tears, and everything in between. Grab Showstopper musical London tickets today!
Show timings
- Mondays: 7:30pm
Cast & Crew
Leading Roles
Jonathan Ainscough
Ruth Bratt
Justin Brett
Matt Cavendish
Dylan Emery
Pippa Evans
Music
Pete Furniss
Nathan Gregory
Calie Hough
Duncan Walsh Atkins
Production
Dylan Emery
Adam Meggido
Keith Strachan
Lyric Theatre
Lyric Theatre on 43rd Street is one of Broadway’s most storied venues, blending historic charm with modern grandeur. Originally built in 1903 and later rebuilt from the shells of the Lyric and Apollo Theatres, it reopened in 1998 as part of the iconic 42nd Street revitalisation. Its ornate Beaux-Arts façade now conceals a reimagined, state-of-the-art performance space that perfectly suits large-scale productions. Over the years, the Lyric has hosted landmark shows like Ragtime, On the Town, Young Frankenstein, Spiderman: Turn Off the Dark, and Paramour. Today, it stands as the enchanted home of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. The Lyric Theatre seating chart will help you find the best seats in the theater.
Getting There
- Address: 29 Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 7ES, UK
- By metro:
The nearest tube stations to the theater are Piccadilly Circus (Bakerloo and Piccadilly Line) and Leicester Square (Northern and Piccadilly Lines).
- By train:
The nearest station is Charing Cross.
- By bus:
Bus lines servicing the area include 12, 14, 19, 38 (Shaftesbury Avenue); 6, 15, 23, 88, 93, 139, 159, 453 (Regent Street)
Facilities & Accessibility
Amenities: Dining outlets, Toilets, Cloak room, Souvenir shop, Free parking
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, Service animals allowed, Elevator access
Additional Information
Security: Please be aware that for your comfort and security all audience members will be subject to security checks upon arrival at the Cambridge Theatre.
Dress Code: Smart and casual wear or semi-formals are recommended. Keep in mind that most London theatres are air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly.
Outside Food: Most theatres do not allow outside food inside the theatres but most of them also have a café or restaurant inside the premises or nearby.
Tickets Redemption
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Cancellation & Refunds
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Frequently asked questions
The cost of Showstopper! The Improvised Musical play tickets will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
Showstopper! The Improvised Musical opens on 22 May 2023 at Cambridge Theatre.
Showstopper! The Improvised Musical is most suitable for children of 12 and above.
Showstopper! The Improvised Musical is playing at Cambridge Theatre in London and opens on 22 May 2023.
The running time of Showstopper! The Improvised Musical is 1 hour 50 minutes with a 20-minute interval.
The main stars of Showstopper! The Improvised Musical are Jonathan Ainscough, Ruth Bratt, Justin Brett, Matt Cavendish, Dylan Emery and Pippa Evans.
