Quentin Tarantino Sets West End Debut at Phoenix Theatre with The Popinjay Cavalier
Quentin Tarantino will make his stage writing and directing debut with The Popinjay Cavalier, which opens at London’s Phoenix Theatre on March 18, 2027, The Hollywood Reporter reported. Previews begin on February 23, with bookings running through June 13. Tickets go on sale on Monday, starting at £25.
Sacha Baron Cohen Secures the Title Role in 1830s Europe Comedy
Sacha Baron Cohen will star in the title role, marking his first-ever West End appearance. Set in 1830s Europe, the production is billed as a rambunctious comedy of deception and disguise inspired by old Hollywood swashbuckling epics and the writings of George Bruce, Ernst Vajda, and Jesse Lasky Jr. Baron Cohen described accepting the role immediately upon Tarantino’s call, stating he said yes before the director could finish his sentence. Sony Pictures Entertainment and Sonia Friedman Productions are producing the play.
Ticket Sales and Production Schedule for March 2027
Tickets become available at 9 a.m. BST on Monday for those with priority access, followed by a public sale at 12 p.m. Yahoo News UK reported that more than 16,000 tickets are priced under £50 across the run. Tarantino previously discussed the project on a podcast in 2025, noting that the script was complete and expected to occupy up to two years of his schedule.
Creative Team and Behind-the-Scenes Personnel
Tom Pye handles scenic and costume design, while Natasha Chivers serves as lighting designer. Ian Dickinson is the sound designer, Philip d’Orleans is the fight director, Sam Lyon-Behan is the action coordinator, and Tim Phillips provides the music. Jim Carnahan, CSA, handles casting, and Jack Bradfield acts as associate director. Full casting details remain to be announced.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Popinjay Cavalier
When does The Popinjay Cavalier open in London?
The production officially opens at the Phoenix Theatre on March 18, 2027, following preview performances that start on February 23, 2027.
How much do tickets cost for the West End run?
Tickets start at £25, with more than 16,000 tickets priced under £50 available across the booking period.
Who is producing Quentin Tarantino’s stage debut?
The play is produced jointly by Sony Pictures Entertainment and Sonia Friedman Productions.