Children under 4 will not be admitted.
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Booking until 1 March 2020
Run time 2hr 30min (inc. interval)
Includes interval
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What is School of Rock about?
School of Rock the Musical features music by the incomparable Andrew Lloyd Webber with lyrics by Glenn Slater and a book by Julian Fellowes. Based on the hit 2003 film, this irresistible new rock musical follows Dewey Finn a wannabe rock star and guitarist who is down on his luck. After being kicked out of his band, and nearly out of his flat Dewey decides to make a bit of quick money by posing as a supply teacher at a prestigious prep school.
When Dewey discovers that his straight-laced straight-A students might have rock and roll in their souls he forms a band, and a plan to win an upcoming Battle of the Bands competition. Now he just needs to figure out how to get his students to the gig without their parents, or the headmistress finding out and putting an end to their hopes of winning it all.
School of Rock tickets have remained some of the most sought after in the West End since the show opened here to rave reviews in 2016. This show has heart, talent and plenty of rock. School of Rock at the Gillian Lynne Theatre is the perfect show for everyone in the family!
Who is in School of Rock?
The School of Rock cast features a highly and diversely talented adult and child cast. The stars include Welsh actor Noel Sullivan as Dewey Finn. Sullivan is perhaps best known for competing in the Popstars talent show and winning a part on the British pop group Hear'Say and has also appeared in the UK tour of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels as Freddy and in the UK premiere of It's Only Life. Sullivan is joined on stage by Laura Tebbutt as Rosalie Mullins. Tebbutt has appeared in numerous theatre productions including Fiddler on the Roof (Chichester Festival Theatre) and Into the Woods (Menier Chocolate Factory). She has also worked as a recording vocalist on multiple soundtracks including Mamma Mia 2, Mary Poppins Returns, and Guardians of the Galaxy 2. Mark Anderson joins the cast as Ned Schneebly, Anderson previously played the role in the South Korean tour. He is also known for his work in The Boy Friend and The Grinning Man West End run and film. The child cast is packed with talent as all of these young actors not only sing and dance but also play their own musical instruments.
David Fynn will reprise the role of Dewey Finn from 20 January until the show closes on 1 March 2020. Read all the details here.
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School of Rock the musical has been just as popular as its silver screen counterpart. The Broadway premiere of School of Rock garnered 4 Tony Award nominations including nominations for Best New Musical and Best Score. The subsequent West End debut of School of Rock walked away with a WhatsOnStage Award for Best New Musical and with 3 Olivier Award nominations.
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Recommended for ages 8 and above.Special notes
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Both performances on Thursday 20 September are captioned performances.Recent Reviews
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News / Features / Casting
David Fynn returns to the West End’s School of Rock before it closes
David Fynn originated in the lead role of Dewey Finn in the London School of Rock production back in 2016 when it had its UK premiere. He will be returning to the role at the Gillian Lynne Theatre from 20 January 2020. The show announced last week that it will close on 1 March 2020, which will see Fynn in the lead for the remainder of its West End run.
14 Jan, 2020 | By Jade Ali

News / Productions
School of Rock to end its West End run in March
It has just been announced today (10 January 2020) that School of Rock will be shutting its doors at the beginning of March. The musical is currently running at the Gillian Lynne Theatre where it opened back in November 2016.
10 Jan, 2020 | By Nicholas Ephram Ryan Daniels

News / Casting
New cast announced for the West End's School of Rock with Noel Sullivan set to star
New cast members have been announced for the School of Rock musical, among which includes Welsh actor and former member of British pop band Hear'Say Noel Sullivan, who is set to replace Craig Gallivan as Dewey Finn this August. The hit West End musical is currently playing to packed houses at London's Gillian Lynne Theatre and is booking until 5 January 2020.
30 Jun, 2019 | By Nicholas Ephram Ryan Daniels

Reviews / Features
Why School of Rock rocks!
Everyone knows and loves the popular movie ‘School of Rock’, starring Jack Black, but perhaps not everyone has heard of the musical adaptation. For theatre and musical fans, you’ll be inclined to see this production purely on the grounds that it comes from the great Andrew Lloyd Webber. For those not already intrigued by the premise of this great movie adapted into a musical by one of the best… really? Okay, well here are some other reasons why this musical rocks and why you should see it anyway.
6 Nov, 2018 | By Jade Ali

Features
New London Palladium Wall of Fame unveiled
An all-new art installation by Lee Simmons entitled the Wall of Fame was unveiled today (15 October 2018) as part of the renovated façade of the London Palladium in a ceremony led by Andrew Lloyd Webber and honoured guests.
15 Oct, 2018 | By Nicholas Ephram Ryan Daniels

News / Casting
Third-year casting announced for School of Rock
'We don't need no education.' The West End production of School of Rock, which is now playing at the newly renamed Gillian Lynne Theatre, has just announced its cast for its third consecutive year.
13 Jul, 2018 | By Nicholas Ephram Ryan Daniels

News
New London Theatre officially renamed after choreographer of Cats, Dame Gillian Lynne
The New London Theatre, which housed Cats for 21 years, has been officially renamed after former ballerina and renowned choreographer Gillian Lynne in a ceremony taking place on Friday. The musical’s unprecedented success at the time of its run has been largely credited to Lynne’s spectacular choreography.
25 Jun, 2018 | By Nicholas Ephram Ryan Daniels

News
The New London Theatre to be renamed after world-renowned choreographer Dame Gillian Lynne
English composer and musical theatre impresario Andrew Lloyd Webber has just announced that the New London Theatre will be changing its name to the Gillian Lynne Theatre in honour of the dancing dame's extraordinary contribution to the arts.
14 Mar, 2018 | By Nicholas Ephram Ryan Daniels

Reviews / Features
Review: School of Rock at the New London Theatre "the perfect family show"
Almost a year after its West End debut at the New London Theatre, the Horace Green students are still rocking out with enough force, energy and talent to blow the theatre roof off. The combination of the story, based on the hit film, and the original score by Andrew Lloyd Webber creates the foundation of a stellar show, but there is one standout factor that raises School of Rock to the top, and that is the kids.
27 Sep, 2017 | By Lucy Beirne

Features / Interviews
An Interview with Preeya Kalidas from School of Rock at New London Theatre
Well known for her role as Amira Masood in Eastenders as well as West End roles in Bollywood Dreams and Bend It Like Beckham, the stunning Preeya Kalidas is currently starring in School of Rock at the New London Theatre. We caught up with her about her role and her many other talents.
27 Sep, 2017 | By London Theatre Direct
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