Mel Brooks’ musical adaptation of The Producers is returning to the West End after nearly two decades following a transfer from London’s Menier Chocolate Factory where it enjoyed a sold-out run and rave reviews.
Based on the 1967 film staring Gene Wilder, the production will open at the Garrick Theatre on 15th September, with previews from 30th August, and is booking until 21st February 2026.
Groups can make use of accelerator rates for band A and B tickets, valid for Monday to Thursday performances, when booking by 1st June. After this date, discounted rates are available for groups of ten or more.
Mel Brooks said: “My record-breaking musical, The Producers, is coming back to the West End! I couldn’t be more proud of this show. I can’t wait to sit in the Garrick Theatre and be bathed in laughter.”
Producer Nica Burns said: “Whatever tickles your funny bone, you’ll find The Producers a total hoot. Laughter and joy throughout courtesy of the incomparable Mel Brooks and David Babani’s terrific production.”
About the show
The Producers tells the story of down-on-his-luck Broadway producer Max Bialystock, who schemes with timid accountant Leo Bloom to create the biggest flop in theatre history - only to have it backfire spectacularly, and with thunderous applause.
Andy Nyman (Fiddler on the Roof, Hangmen, Ghost Stories) will return as Max Bialystock for the West End production following his performances at the Menier Chocolate Factory.
He will be joined by Marc Antolin as Leo Bloom, Trevor Ashley as Roger de Bris, Raj Ghatak as Carmen Ghia, Harry Morrison as Franz Liebkind and Joanna Woodward as Ulla, all returning to their roles.
The original Broadway production opened at the St. James Theatre on 19th April 2001 and won a record 12 Tony Awards, picking up every award it was nominated for. It also gained critical acclaim after a successful run at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane between 2004 and 2007.
For more information about The Producers go to theproducersmusical.com.
