Due to popular demand, the 20th anniversary production of Avenue Q has extended its limited West End run at the Shaftesbury Theatre, with performances now booking until Sunday 3 January 2027.
Producers Kevin McCollum and Jamie Wilson Productions confirmed the extension following an enthusiastic response from audiences since the show’s return.
Kevin McCollum and Jamie Wilson said, “We’re absolutely thrilled that the return of Avenue Q has once again struck a chord with audiences, as well as with a whole new generation of theatregoers, discovering the heart, humour and honesty of our fuzzy friends for the very first time. The response to the production at the Shaftesbury Theatre has been extraordinary, and we’re delighted to extend the show’s limited season. The continued success of Avenue Q is a testament to its timeless wit, unforgettable score and the way its themes still resonate so strongly today. It remains, now more than ever, a musical for our time.”
The production stars Emily Benjamin as Kate Monster and Lucy The Slut, Noah Harrison as Princeton and Rod, Meg Hateley as Mrs T and Bad Idea Bear, Oliver Jacobson as Brian, Charlie McCullagh as Nicky, Trekkie Monster and Bad Idea Bear, Amelia Kinu Muus as Christmas Eve, and Dionne Ward-Anderson as Gary.
The company also includes Jasmine Beel, Jonathan Carlton, Angelis Hunt, Lesley Lemon, Jessica Niles Kadi and Joshua Williams-Ward.
Directed by original Broadway director Jason Moore, the musical features music and lyrics by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx, with book by Jeff Whitty. The creative team also includes Stephen Oremus, Rick Lyon, Anna Louizos, Ebony Molina, Jean Chan, Tim Lutkin, Paul Groothuis, Nina Dunn for Pixellux, Benjamin Holder, Iestyn Evans and Andy Heath for Talk to the Hand Puppet, Jackie Saundercock, Pearson Casting CDG, and Julie Atherton as Associate Director.
The story follows Princeton, a recent college graduate searching for purpose who moves into a rundown New York apartment on Avenue Q. There, he meets a group of colourful neighbours as they navigate work, relationships and everyday struggles with humour and heart.
First opening in the West End in 2006, Avenue Q enjoyed a successful run across several venues before closing in 2010, with a special anniversary concert staged in 2024 at the Sondheim Theatre.
The irreverent, feel-good musical continues to delight audiences with its infectious songs, sharp comedy and enduring themes.
Listings and ticket information can be found here
