First Look at The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

New production photos have recently been released of The Curious Case of Benjamin Button. The show opened at the Ambassadors Theatre on 10 October and is still currently in previews.

The musical tells the story of Benjamin Button, a man who is aging backwards. The show is based on the short story by F Scott Fitzgerald and the hit movie starring Brad Pitt. It has been adapted for the stage by Jethro Compton and Darren Clark.

Following two-hit runs at the Southwark Playhouse, the show has finally opened in London. With a catchy folk score, this timeless tale of love proves that love defies all odds. Book your tickets now to witness this enchantingly beautiful and truly unordinary musical.

The cast includes award-winning actor John Dagleish (Sunny Afternoon) in the title role with Oliver Award-nominated actor Clare Foster (Crazy For You) as Elowen Keene. Alongside them are Matthew Burns, Jonathan Charles, Oonagh Cox, Katy Ellis, Anna Fordham, Philippa Hogg, Damien James, Ann Marcuson, Jack Quarton, Benedict Salter, and Elliot Mackenzie.

The creative team includes director and designer Jethro Compton, with co-music supervision, orchestration, and arrangements by Mark Aspinall and Darren Clark, choreography by Chi-San Howard, costumes and associate stage design by Anna Kelsey, sound by Luke Swaffield, lighting by Zoe Spurr, musical direction by Mark Aspinall and casting by Ginny Schiller.

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is currently playing at the Ambassadors Theatre and is booking until 15 February 2025. Book your Benjamin Button tickets now online via the LSBO website or at our box office in Leicester Square. You’ll love every second.