The Olivier Award nominated West End hit The Choir of Man is returning to London, and it has found a new home at The Arts at Marble Arch.
Billed as the best pub in the world, The Choir of Man invites audiences into The Jungle, an on-stage pub where nine performers sing, dance and share stories about their lives. The show is a celebration of community and friendship, set to a soundtrack of pop hits from artists including Queen, Luther Vandross, Sia, Paul Simon, Adele, Guns N’ Roses, Avicii and Katy Perry. Expect a night of foot-stomping, feel-good entertainment where everyone is welcome.
The Choir of Man first opened at the Arts Theatre in October 2021 and went on to earn an Olivier Award nomination for Best Entertainment or Comedy Play. Its last West End run concluded in January 2026, as the Arts undergoes renovations, and the production has since continued with its first UK and Ireland tour. Now the show returns to the capital for a strictly limited season.
Performances at The Arts at Marble Arch begin on 10 December and run through to 14 February 2027. Book your tickets here.
Article updated: 21 September 2026
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The West End and Broadway smash-hit musical, Million Dollar Quartet returns to London for 12-weeks only, opening at the Arts at Marble Arch this autumn following the postponement of Burlesque the Musical.
On the night of 4 December 1956, four musical icons walked into a recording studio in Memphis and made musical history. Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley were brought together by pure chance for a jam session which would go on to shape the trajectory of rock ‘n’ roll music globally.
Featuring the hit songs Blue Suede Shoes, Fever, Walk The Line, Hound Dog, Great Balls of Fire, and many more, experience that once-in-a-lifetime event, in an electrifying 3x Tony Award-nominated musical where rivalries ignited, friendships were tested and rock ‘n’ roll was born.
Starring stage and screen favourite, Darren Day (Hollyoaks, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Chicago) as Sam Phillips, the visionary producer who discovered the sound of rock ‘n’ roll, alongside a sensational cast and live band, don’t miss this exhilarating celebration of legendary artists.
Playing a strictly limited London season from 4 September to 6 December 2026.
Article updated: 11 August 2026
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Award-winning musical Heathers will become the first production to open the new Arts at Marble Arch theatre this summer.
Based on the cult 1989 film starring Winona Ryder and Christian Slater, the musical has built a global following since premiering in Los Angeles in 2013, going on to enjoy multiple West End runs, UK and Ireland tours, and a filmed streaming release in 2022.
The production will run for 52 performances from 9 July to 22 August 2026 at the new 594-seat venue, which will serve as the temporary home of the Arts Theatre during its redevelopment.
Directed by Andy Fickman, the production features choreography by Gary Lloyd, design by David Shields, lighting by Ben Cracknell, sound by Dan Samson, and musical supervision by Jeremy Wootton and Will Joy.
Article updated: 18 May 2026
© Pam Raith, 2024
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Burlesque the Musical will no longer be playing at the Arts at Marble Arch.
‘Burlesque the Musical’ is set to return to London this autumn at the new 550-seat Arts at Marble Arch theatre. Based on the hit film starring Christina Aguilera and Cher, the musical follows Ali as she searches for her mother and discovers the vibrant New York underground club scene.
The show, written and directed by Steven Antin, follows successful runs in Manchester, Glasgow, and a sold-out season at the Savoy Theatre. The musical will feature songs by Aguilera, Sia, Diane Warren, Folley, and Todrick Hall. Christina Aguilera also serves as executive producer.
Previews begin on Saturday 12 September 2026, with performances currently booked until Sunday 31 January 2027, including evening shows Tuesday to Saturday and weekend matinees.
Article Updated: 17 February 2026
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Construction for a temporary theatre at Marble Arch is expected to begin in early 2026, with the 500-seat venue, known as ‘Marble Arts’, set to open in spring 2026.
The theatre has been designed as a highly sustainable, temporary structure with a projected lifespan of up to 20 years. Following its two-year stay at Marble Arch, the building will be dismantled and reconstructed at a different location. While its future site has not yet been confirmed, the design allows for reuse and relocation.
According to the approved plans, the theatre will be approximately 10 metres high and constructed using an aluminium frame clad in lightweight materials made from recycled fabric strips, with recycled timber boards forming the base. The entrance will be via the paved forecourt to the south of Marble Arch, leading into a full-width foyer with a small central bar. The stage will be positioned at the western end of the building, with shipping containers adapted to provide toilets, dressing rooms and office space.
The venue will act as a temporary home for the Arts Theatre during its 24-month refurbishment from 2026, ensuring continuity of productions and supporting the retention of theatre staff during the redevelopment period.
Article updated: 20 January 2026
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The temporary theatre proposed for Marble Arch has today received planning permission. We expect the theatre to start construction early in the new year and to be open for business in the spring of 2026.
Article updated: 9 December 2025
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Marble Arch may soon play host to a unique cultural offering, a temporary theatre that promises to bring the magic of the West End right to our doorstep. HH Productions, the team behind acclaimed productions such as The Choir of Man and Amelie the Musical, is proposing to install a temporary theatre next to Marble Arch, with plans to open in March 2026. This exciting project will serve as a temporary home for their shows while the Arts Theatre in London’s West End undergoes a two-year redevelopment, beginning January 2026.
Artist’s impression of how the theate could look at Marble Arch. © Reed Watts Architects
The proposed temporary venue will ensure continuity of cultural programming during the redevelopment of the Arts Theatre and will help retain staff during this period. HH Productions hopes to transfer its Olivier Award-nominated production The Choir of Man to the new Marble Arch theatre.
Known for their immersive and award-winning productions, HH Productions has a proven track record of delivering high-quality theatrical experiences. This proposed theatre aims to be a vibrant and temporary cultural hub that brings additional footfall to the Marble Arch area, while further cementing the district’s reputation as a dynamic destination in the heart of London.
Article first published: 7 July 2025
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Have Your Say
In advance of the submission of a planning application to Westminster Council, HH Productions is inviting local residents, businesses and stakeholders to attend a public consultation event on Monday 21 July 2025 from 3.30pm – 7.30pm at the Marriott Park Lane (140 Park Lane) to learn more about the proposals, meet the team and share feedback.
The consultation will provide an opportunity to speak directly with the directors of HH Productions Ltd and key members of the team, who will be available to answer questions and talk through the plans in more detail.
This is your chance to learn more, ask questions and have your say.
© Reed Watts Architects
Article first published: 7 July 2025
