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RENT returns to the West End

Thirty years after it redefined musical theatre, Jonathan Larson’s groundbreaking rock musical RENT returns to the West End in a bold new production directed by Luke Sheppard (& Juliet, Paddington The Musical) and starring Gaten Matarazzo (Stranger Things) as Mark.

Set in New York’s East Village, RENT follows a group of young artists, musicians and friends as they navigate love, ambition and creativity while trying to build lives on their own terms. Inspired by Puccini’s La Bohème, this iconic musical captures the joy, uncertainty and resilience of a generation determined to make every moment count.

The stellar cast includes Gaten Matarazzo as Mark, Travis Ross as Roger, Bella Brown as Mimi, Billy Nevers as Collins, Lazy Violet as Maureen, Danielle Fiamanya as Joanne, Jeevan Braich as Angel and Joaquin Pedro Valdes as Benny. Further casting will be announced at a later date.

Featuring iconic songs including Seasons of Love, Take Me or Leave Me, La Vie Bohème and One Song Glory, RENT remains a powerful celebration of community, connection and living every minute as if it were your last.

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What is RENT about?

Set in New York’s East Village, Rent follows a group of young artists chasing creativity and connection while facing life’s toughest realities. With love, loss and friendship at its core, this iconic musical captures what it means to live fully in the moment — no matter the odds.

★★★★
“30 years on, this musical still rocks”
The Times
★★★★
“Rock-solid musical revival”
The Independent
★★★★
“Energetic, hopeful and heartbreaking”
West End Theatre

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Stars and Creatives

Gaten Matarazzo
Gaten Matarazzo

Who is in the cast of Rent?

  • Mark: Gaten Matarazzo (Les Misérables, Stranger Things) 
  • Roger: Travis Ross (Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club)
  • Mimi: Bella Brown (Into The Woods)
  • Collins: Billy Nevers (Jesus Christ Superstar)
  • Lazy Violet (SIX The Musical) as Maureen
  • Danielle Fiamanya (Brigadoon) as Joanne
  • Jeevan Braich (Starlight Express) as Angel
  • Joaquin Pedro Valdes (The Lightning Thief) as Benny

Who are the creative team of Rent?

Music, lyrics and book: Jonathan Larson.
Director: Luke Sheppard
Choreography: Tom Jackson Greaves
Set design: David Woodhead
Costume design: Gabriella Slade
Lighting design: Howard Hudson
Audio production and sound design: Paul Gatehouse
Video design and cinematography: George Reeve and Nathan Amzi
Make-up and hair design: Jackie Saundercock
UK Casting by Pearson Casting CSA, CDG, CDA and US Casting by Jim Carnahan CSA.
Musical supervisor: Bill Sherman
Musical director and associate musical supervisor: Katy Richardson
Intimacy director: Asha Jennings-Grant
Associate director: Priya Patel Appleby
Dialect coach: Joe Trill

Produced by Sonia Friedman Productions and Chris Harper Productions in association with Hope Mill Theatre.

Important Notes

RENT contains themes of HIV/AIDS, bereavement, drug use, suicide, sex and sex work, strong language, smoking, haze and strobe lighting. Recommended for ages 14+

Producers cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist at any performance.

 

Access performances: 
  • Captioned: Thursday 12 November 2026 at 7:30pm
  • Audio Described: Saturday 21 November 2026 at 2:30pm
  • BSL: Saturday 28 November 2026 at 2:30pm

Venue Information

The Tom Stoppard Theatre (formerly the Duke of York's Theatre) , 45 St Martin's Lane, London, WC2N 4BG

Nearest Tube or Train: Leicester Square (Northern line, Piccadilly line), Charing Cross (Northern line, Bakerloo line), Embankment (Northern line, Bakerloo line, District line, Circle line)

Nearest Buses: 14, 19, 22, 24, 29, 38, 40, 176

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Critics' reviews of Rent

★★★★ “30 years on, this musical still rocks” The Times

★★★★ “Rock-solid musical revival” The Independent

★★★★ “Energetic, hopeful and heartbreaking” West End Theatre

★★★★ “A thrilling musical” WhatsOnStage

“Taps into the emotion” The Guardian

Also see: Rent Reviews Round-up

Frequently Asked Questions

Rent is playing at the The Tom Stoppard Theatre (formerly the Duke of York's Theatre) in London
The age recommendations for Rent are: 14+
To buy official London Theatre tickets to Rent, click on the Get Tickets button at the top of this page. You will be able to access the booking calendar to check live ticket availability and prices and see any exclusive offers or discounts. You will be purchasing tickets from an authorised retailer and member of the Society of Ticket Agents and Retailers.
Yes, Rent has matinee performances on the following days: Friday, Saturday

Yes, Gaten Matarazzo stars as Mark in the new West End production of RENT.

RENT was written by Jonathan Larson and is inspired by Puccini’s La Bohème.

RENT features iconic songs including Seasons of Love, Take Me or Leave Me, La Vie Bohème and One Song Glory.

Yes, RENT is a Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning rock musical by Jonathan Larson.

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