Totoro and Catbus will continue their tale at the Gillian Lynne Theatre until 30th August 2026, after the production extended its booking.
Produced by Joe Hisaishi and the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC), in collaboration with Nippon TV and Improbable, My Neighbour Totoro is adapted from Studio Ghibli’s 1988 animation of the same name.
The production tells the story of sisters Satsuki and Mei and the ancient protector of the forest named Totoro and features larger-than-life puppetry from the Kazego Puppetry Ensemble.
Daniel Evans and Tamara Harvey, RSC co-artistic directors said: “My Neighbour Totoro is a story of kindness, courage and the power of the imagination. Our audiences get to meet the magical creatures of the forest through extraordinary storytelling, dazzling puppetry and beautiful songs.
“Watching the joy on people’s faces when they meet Catbus, Chu, Sho and of course Totoro, is a delight to behold, and we can’t wait to welcome more people to the show at the Gillian Lynne Theatre.”
Group rates
Groups can take advantage of discounted tickets when booking for six or more people for Tuesday to Thursday evening performances at the London theatre and Thursday matinee performances between 1st March and 30th August 2026.
Accelerator rates are available for off peak performances from 6th January to 30th August when booked and paid by 28th February 2026.
About the show
Satsuki and Mei’s mother has taken ill. In order to be closer to her while she recovers in a rural convalescent hospital, their father moves the two sisters from their home in a city to the countryside. And though the countryside is beautiful and the people friendly, it’s hard not to be scared when the wind rustles the trees at night.
As the sisters explore their new surroundings, young Mei encounters magical creatures and the ancient protector of the forest she calls “Totoro” – and they are to be the girls’ neighbours.
Although Satsuki doesn’t believe her little sister at first, they are soon both swept up in exciting adventures with their new neighbours – transported to a long-forgotten realm of spirits, sprites, and natural wonder.
For more information about the show, including ticket information visit totoroshow.com.
