Nanny McPhee the Musical Tickets

Nanny McPhee the Musical London

Emma Thompson's beloved character, Nanny McPhee, is poised with her magical walking stick, ready to tread the boards. The no-nonsense nanny is set to take to the West End stage in 2026. While tickets are not yet available, anticipation is building for this magical adaptation. Thompson, who starred in and wrote the original 2005 film, has collaborated with songwriter Gary Clark to bring this whimsical story to life as a musical.

The musical draws inspiration from Christianna Brand’s "Nurse Matilda" books, which also served as the basis for the film. With a blend of strict yet warm-hearted storytelling, magical illusions, and memorable songs, the stage adaptation promises to captivate audiences of all ages.

About Nanny McPhee the Musical

The upcoming Nanny McPhee musical is a stage adaptation of the 2005 film, which starred Emma Thompson as the titular magical nanny. Set in Victorian England, the story follows Nanny McPhee as she uses her unique powers to instill discipline and kindness in a family of unruly children. The film was based on Christianna Brand’s "Nurse Matilda" books, and the musical continues to draw from this source material.

Emma Thompson, who wrote and starred in the original film, has co-written the musical's book and lyrics with Gary Clark. The production aims to blend the film's enchanting narrative with new musical elements, offering a fresh take on the classic tale. 

Facts and Critical Acclaim

• Emma Thompson is the only person in Academy Award history to win for both acting and writing—Best Actress for "Howards End" (1992) and Best Adapted Screenplay for "Sense and Sensibility" (1995).
• Not content with her history-making Oscar wins, Thompson has also picked up three BAFTA awards and received a Grammy nomination for Best Spoken Word Album for Children for "Nanny McPhee Returns."

Nanny McPhee the Musical cast

Olivia Colman played the snaggle-toothed nanny at an early workshop in London of the musical in 2018. Lily James and Rory Kinnear also took part in the original workshop. Sophie Thompson participated in later test-runs. However no cast has been confirmed.

Nanny McPhee the Musical creatives

• Book - Emma Thompson
• Director - Katy Rudd
• Music - Gary Clark

Please Bear in Mind

Tickets for Nanny McPhee the Musical are not yet on sale. The production is slated for a 2026 debut in London's West End. Stay updated for official announcements regarding ticket availability and performance dates.