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  • Running time 2 hours 25 minutes (including interval)
  • Age guidelines 10+

Stay gold, Ponyboy — The Outsiders is coming to London’s West End

In the dust and heat of 1960s Tulsa, the lines are drawn deep. You’re either a ‘Greaser’ from the wrong side of the tracks, or a ‘Soc’ with the world in your pocket.

Based on S.E. Hinton’s seminal novel and Francis Ford Coppola’s iconic film, The Outsiders is no longer just a story on a page—it is a pulse-pounding theatrical experience. It follows Ponyboy Curtis, Johnny Cade, and their chosen family of “misfits” as they fight for survival and search for a sense of belonging in a world that may never have a place for them.

The Broadway Original: What’s the Buzz?

The Outsiders didn’t just open on Broadway—it ignited it. Winner of four 2024 Tony Awards, including Best New Musical, the production has been hailed for its revolutionary staging and its ability to capture the raw, messy heartbeat of adolescence.

With a soul-stirring folk-rock score by Jamestown Revival and Justin Levine, the show moves away from musical theatre tropes and toward something more authentic: a sound that feels like a shared secret, and choreography that captures the kinetic energy of a street fight.

What Makes The Outsiders Unmissable?

  • Visceral Staging: From the rain-soaked “rumble” to the cinematic use of light and gravel, the staging is a masterclass in modern theatre.
  • An Unforgettable Score: A blend of Americana, folk, and rock that perfectly echoes the themes of longing and brotherhood.
  • Cultural Legacy: A rare production that honours its iconic source material while bringing it roaring into the 21st century.

Ticket Information

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Last Updated: 27 January 2026.

Is The Outsiders Musical coming to London’s West End?

Yes. Producers officially confirmed on January 27, 2026, that The Outsiders musical is planned for a London West End production. While specific dates and a venue have not yet been announced, you can sign up for our waitlist to get the latest ticket alerts and news.

Is The Outsiders suitable for children?

The age rating is 10+. Parental discretion is advised. This is due to scenes involving suicide, domestic abuse, and violence.

Step into Tulsa, 1967 — a town split right down the middle. On one side are the Socs, polished, privileged, untouchable. On the other are the Greasers — rough around the edges, but bound by loyalty stronger than blood.

Through the eyes of Ponyboy Curtis, we see a world where every fight feels like it could be the last, where friendship is survival, and where growing up means learning that courage doesn’t always look like winning.

The Outsiders isn’t just a story — it’s an experience. You’ll feel the rush of the rumble, the heat of the fire, and the quiet heartbreak of two boys searching for a way to “stay gold” in a world that’s already hardened.

With a soaring folk-rock score and raw, physical staging, this Tony Award-winning musical takes you deep inside the heart of America’s most iconic coming-of-age story — where hope burns bright, even in the darkest night.

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Stars and Creatives

Who are the creative team of The Outsiders - A New Musical?

  • Based on the novel by: S. E. Hinton
  • Based on the film by: Francis Ford Coppola
  • Written by Adam Rapp and Justin Levine
  • Music and lyrics by Jamestown Revival and Justin Levine
  • Directed by Danya Taymor, with choreography by AMP featuring Tatiana Kahvegian
  • Set design by AMP featuring Tatiana Kahvegian
  • Costume design by Sarafina Bush, lighting design by Brian MacDevitt, and sound design by Cody Spencer
  • Projection design by Hana Kim, special effects design by Jeremy Chernick & Lillis Meeh, sound effects by Taylor Bense
  • Creative consultant Jack Viertel

Important Notes

This production includes scenes involving suicide, domestic abuse, and violence.

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The running time of The Outsiders - A New Musical is 2 hours 25 minutes (including interval)
The age recommendations for The Outsiders - A New Musical are: 10+
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