Lambert Jackson, with Sean Nyberg & Paul Danforth and Pascal Ultee Productions, have announced that Jinkx Monsoon will play Judy Garland in a strictly limited run of Peter Quilter’s End of the Rainbow at Soho Theatre Walthamstow from 15 May to 21 June 2026.
Tickets go on sale at 10am on Thursday 4 December, with presale opening at 10am on Wednesday 3 December.
Set in London, 1968, End of the Rainbow takes audiences behind the scenes at the legendary Talk of the Town as Garland prepares for a series of concerts. The play explores the glittering façade and the struggles behind the spotlight, blending Garland’s unforgettable songs with a poignant look at her final chapter.
Jinkx Monsoon said:
“Judy Garland came into my life, like many, through entertainment, but she stays in my life because of her story. We know all too well the toll that fame took from her. Looking back, we can see more clearly the many factors that played a part in her storied life. I know people know me for impressions and imitation, but I’m thrilled for this chance to explore beyond the laughter and into the heart of why we still think so much about Judy today. Her tale is one that we can’t forget, especially as women in entertainment are still fighting for autonomy and agency in their own careers. I’m ready to bring new aspects of her story to the stage, and to share what I find so tragically beautiful about her life, with my UK audiences.”
The producers commented:
“Lambert Jackson are so thrilled to announce Jinkx Monsoon in our production of End of the Rainbow. Jinkx stepping into the role of Judy perfectly captures her extraordinary talent, humour and truly honours her legacy in Peter Quilter’s remarkable play. End of the Rainbow is full of heart, endurance and that unmistakable razor-sharp Judy wit. We look forward to working with the wonderful Soho Theatre in their state-of-the-art new Walthamstow theatre and sharing this show with audiences.”
Steve Lock, Head of Comedy at Soho Theatre, added:
“Jinkx made her UK debut at Soho Theatre in 2016 in The Vaudevillians and we were instantly blown away by her comic brilliance and undeniable star quality. Since then, we’ve worked with Jinkx on multiple sold-out Soho Theatre runs, UK tours, and most recently a smash-hit Edinburgh Festival Fringe run in 2022. She has gone on to become a Broadway star, and we are so excited to see her make her debut on our biggest stage in Walthamstow, exactly 10 years after first working together.”
Directed by Rupert Hands, End of the Rainbow features musical supervision by Leo Munby, lighting by Prema Mehta and sound by Tony Gayle.
Listings and ticket information can be found here.
