The first major stage adaptation of The Hunger Games has announced its venue and starting date.
The Hunger Games On Stage will open at brand new London venue Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre, from 20 October 2025.
This new, live production of The Hunger Games On Stage is written by Olivier Award-winning playwright Conor McPherson (The Brightening Air, Girl from the North Country, The Weir), adapting the first book from Suzanne Collins’ epic series, and the first film from Lionsgate’s iconic dystopian film franchise.
The show is directed by Matthew Dunster (Hedda, Shirley Valentine, 2:22 – A Ghost Story, The Pillowman).
The state-of-the-art Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre was first proposed in September 2024, and is a purpose built to host the world premiere of the stage adaptation of The Hunger Games, allowing spectators to feel like a part of the action in a dynamic in the round venue, developed with groundbreaking entertainment in mind.
The new theatre complex will include a 1,200-capacity auditorium which can be configured to suit different types of production, plus back of house facilities to include offices and dressing rooms, front of house services including foyers, cloakrooms and restrooms, audience bars on ground, first and second floors, and a restaurant area for around 150 covers.
Video: Behind-the-scenes at the workshops for The Hunger Games on Stage
The stage adaptation was originally set to have its world premiere in London in autumn 2024, but this was then delayed to January 2025. Further details of the creative team were announced last month.
The creative team for The Hunger Games on Stage also includes Set designer Miriam Buether, Costume designer Moi Tran, Choreographer Charlotte Broom, Lighting designer Lucy Carter, Sound designer Ian Dickinson for Autograph, Video designer Tal Rosner, Illusions by Chris Fisher, Fight director Kev McCurdy, Performer flying by John Maddox for Suspended Illusions, Arranger, musical director & additional compositions by James Maloney, Creative assistant director Robyn Grant, Associate set designer Luke Smith, and Casting by Amy Ball. Production management is led by Lloyd Thomas.
The Hunger Games On Stage will be the first ever live stage adaptation of the acclaimed The Hunger Games books, which are set in a dystopian future where 24 young tributes are pitted against each other in a deadly arena.
The Hunger Games is a gripping tale of courage, defiance, and the unbreakable human spirit. Katniss Everdeen, a fearless and resourceful heroine, emerges as a symbol of rebellion as she fights not only for her life but for the hope of a nation oppressed by a ruthless Capitol.
The Hunger Games On Stage is produced by Tristan Baker and Charlie Parsons for Runaway Entertainment, Oliver Royds for BOS Productions and Isobel David, by arrangement with Lionsgate.
Lionsgate’s movie of The Hunger Games is one of the highest-grossing movie franchises of all time, grossing nearly $3 billion in box office sales worldwide. The latest movie in the franchise, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, was released in 2023.
Other new sci-fi movies and shows that have made the transition to the stage include Stranger Things: The First Shadow, now playing at the Phoenix Theatre in London.
Matthew Dunster’s next project is directing a 30th anniversary revival of Patrick Marber’s Dealer’s Choice at the Donmar Warehouse starring Alfie Allen and Brendan Coyle.
Tickets for the show will go on sale on 27 March 2025. Sign-up below to hear about tickets.
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What They Said
Hunger Games creator and author Suzanne Collins said in a statement: “I’m thrilled that The Hunger Games is in the hands of gifted playwright Conor McPherson and accomplished director Matthew Dunster. Connor has done a fantastic adaptation, which is quite unique from the screenplay. And Matthew’s immersive, dynamic staging gives the audience a brand-new way to experience the story.”
Director Matthew Dunster said: “Conor McPherson lifts the detail and power from the book and film and has provided us with the kind of taut and dangerous play he is renowned for. He honours the young voice of Katniss Everdeen and puts her front and centre. We’ve been workshopping the play for over a year with our world class creative team; carefully honing our theatrical vocabulary because we want to bring audiences something as impactful and edgy as Suzanne Collins’ novel and as passionate and exciting as the movie. But we are going to do it in our own way – in the theatre. We want our Hunger Games to be uniquely, thrillingly theatrical.”
Conor McPherson said: “As a dad to a teenager myself, it’s especially gratifying working on a story whose values of resilience and moral courage speak to young people in these uncertain times. Our singular focus is to honour Suzanne Collins’ achievement with a faithful adaptation that’s as thrilling on stage as it is on the page. It’s been a great pleasure to watch the theatrical language of this show evolving through explosive workshops under Matthew Dunster’s inspired partnership with choreographer Charlotte Broom and their tireless team of young performers.”
Jenefer Brown, EVP and Head of Global Products and Experiences at Lionsgate, said: “The Hunger Games is one of the best book to movie adaptations of all time, inspiring audiences to think deeply about the world around them and the strength of the human spirit. We are honored to bring its powerful story, characters and world to the stage in this latest exciting chapter.”
Tristan Baker & Oliver Royds, joint CEOs and founders of Troubadour Theatres said: “Bringing The Hunger Games to the stage is an extraordinary moment, and we knew it demanded an equally extraordinary team and venue. This specially designed theatre is the perfect home for Panem, allowing our world class team to create a transportive, electrifying experience that fully captures the scale, intensity, and spectacle of Suzanne Collins’ world. Every element—from the staging to the technology—has been tailored to transport audiences right into the heart of the Games like never before.”
Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre, London
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