Paddington The Musical to make Broadway debut following Olivier Awards triumph

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16 Jun 2026 • 9:21 PM MYT
The Independent
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Paddington The Musical to make Broadway debut following Olivier Awards triumph

  • Paddington The Musical, an Olivier Award-winning West End production, is scheduled to make its Broadway debut in March 2027.
  • The show, which tied the record for the most Olivier Awards won by a musical in 2026, will open at New York’s Al Hirschfeld Theatre.
  • McFly’s Tom Fletcher, the musical's composer, expressed his excitement for the transatlantic move, saying: “I am absolutely thrilled at the opportunity for this very rare and special bear to be on Broadway.”
  • Inspired by Michael Bond’s beloved books and the films, the musical features a sophisticated puppet for the titular character, operated by a two-person team.
  • The musical's popularity is highlighted by its early soundtrack release on streaming services and the marmalade-loving bear's high-profile public appearances.

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