Starlight Express confirms closing date ahead of world tour
The engines are revving for one last lap in London. Producer Michael Harrison has officially confirmed the final extension for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s
www.theatre-news.comHere’s the latest on Starlight Express touring, based on recent announcements:
- London extension and upcoming world tour: The London revival at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre has received a final extension, running through May 3, 2026. After that, the production is planned to embark on its first-ever world tour in 2027. [Source: theatre-news.com update; WhatsOnStage coverage][1][2][3]
- World tour details: The world tour is officially slated to begin in 2027, with initial dates announced as part of the rollout plan, including a May 2027 opening at Curve in the UK. Additional tour stops and venues are to be announced in the lead-up to the launch. [Source: WhatsOnStage article announcing initial tour dates][3]
- Southampton/Mayflower involvement: Reports indicate the tour will visit multiple UK cities, including a Southampton engagement in 2027 as part of the broader world tour. Ticketing details and exact dates were being released progressively. [Source: SSBCrack News and related coverage][4]
Illustration: The show continues to promise its signature high-speed, immersive staging in a new production language, built around a redesigned set and the classic Lloyd Webber score, as it travels to venues around the world starting in 2027. [Sources: multiple outlets observing production design and tour plans][5][3]
Would you like a compact timeline with exact dates and venues as they’re announced, or a short list of likely cities the tour will visit based on previous patterns? I can also pull the most current official announcements if you’d like.[2][1][3]