The record-breaking, Olivier Award-winning production of Paddington The Musical is officially transferring to Broadway this spring, and the full principal cast was just announced today.
Reprising their roles from the original West End cast are Olivier Award winners James Hameed as Paddington’s voice and remote puppetry and Arti Shah as Paddington’s onstage performer.
Joining the bear pair are Kelvin Dukes (America’s Got Talent) as Tony, Drew Gehling (Waitress) as Mr. Brown, Allison Guinn (Operation Mincemeat) as Lady Sloane, three-time Emmy Award winner Tony Hale (Veep) as Mr. Curry, J. Quinton Johnson (Hamilton) as Grant, Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer (The Fantasticks) as Millicent Clyde, Zonya Love (The Color Purple) as Tanya, Tony Award winner Jessie Mueller (Waitress) as Mrs. Brown, Serena Parrish (Don’t Say Good Luck) as Judy Brown, Tony Award winner Karen Ziemba (Contact) as Mrs. Bird, and Drama Desk Award nominee Chip Zien (Into the Woods Original Broadway Cast) as Mr. Gruber. The complete cast will be announced at a later date.
Producers Sonia Friedman and Eliza Lumley said, “We’ve been completely blown away by the extraordinary artists we’ve met throughout the casting process, and by the warmth and enthusiasm with which everyone has welcomed Paddington to Broadway. We really do have a dream company. These are some of the most talented performers working today, all choosing to spend their time and considerable gifts on this funny, joyful and deeply life-affirming new musical. We couldn’t feel luckier.”
Paddington The Musical is the most awarded new musical in the history of London’s West End. The record-breaking West End production celebrated its first anniversary at the Savoy Theatre this month, where it has played to sold-out audiences since the first performance. The musical won seven 2026 Olivier Awards, tying the record for the most wins by any musical in Olivier Award history.
The musical is set to begin performances at Broadway’s Al Hirschfeld Theatre on March 30, 2027, with an official opening night slated for April 18, 2027.
What is Paddington The Musical on Broadway about?
When a small, lost bear from Peru arrives in London in search of a new home, a chance encounter with the Brown family leads him to the wonderful world of Windsor Gardens.
But London isn’t all afternoon teas and friendly faces – and even the happiest families have their cracks beneath the surface. So when a mysterious and vengeful villain sets her sights on Paddington, the Browns embark on a thrilling rescue mission, realizing they need this special bear as much as he needs them.
Who is in the cast of Paddington The Musical on Broadway?
Reprising their roles from the original West End cast are Olivier Award winners James Hameed as Paddington’s voice and remote puppetry and Arti Shah as Paddington’s onstage performer.
Joining the bear pair are Kelvin Dukes (America’s Got Talent) as Tony, Drew Gehling (Waitress) as Mr. Brown, Allison Guinn (Operation Mincemeat) as Lady Sloane, three-time Emmy Award winner Tony Hale (Veep) as Mr. Curry, J. Quinton Johnson (Hamilton) as Grant, Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer (The Fantasticks) as Millicent Clyde, Zonya Love (The Color Purple) as Tanya, Tony Award winner Jessie Mueller (Waitress) as Mrs. Brown, Serena Parrish (Don’t Say Good Luck) as Judy Brown, Tony Award winner Karen Ziemba (Contact) as Mrs. Bird, and Drama Desk Award nominee Chip Zien (Into the Woods Original Broadway Cast) as Mr. Gruber. The complete cast will be announced at a later date.
Who is on the creative team of Paddington The Musical on Broadway?
Paddington The Musical is based on the iconic characters from Michael Bond’s books, with a story inspired by the award-winning 2014 film. It features original music and lyrics by Tom Fletcher, a book by Jessica Swale, and direction by Luke Sheppard.
Paddington The Musical features musical supervision, orchestrations and arrangements by Olivier Award nominee Matt Brind; choreography by Tony and Olivier Award nominee Ellen Kane; scenic design by Olivier Award winner and Tony Award nominee Tom Pye; costume design by Tony and Olivier Award winner Gabriella Slade; Paddington and puppet design by Olivier Award winner Tahra Zafar; lighting design by Tony and Olivier Award winner Neil Austin; sound design by Tony and Olivier Award winner Gareth Owen; video design and animation by Olivier Award winner Ash J Woodward; hair, wig and makeup design by Campbell Young Associates; casting by Jim Carnahan Casting, Jim Carnahan, CSA, and Jason Thinger, CSA; Paddington Casting Consultant Annabelle Davis; Bear Physicality and Additional Puppetry by Audrey Brisson; and Aubrey Smalls is Access Coordinator.
When is Paddington The Musical opening on Broadway?
Paddington The Musical on Broadway begins performances at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre on March 30, 2027 and will open on April 18, 2027.
Where can I find official tickets for Paddington The Musical on Broadway?
Broadway Direct will direct you to the official ticketing source for Paddington The Musical here.
