Game of Thrones: The Mad King confirms London transfer

Following a sold-out world premiere at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, George R.R. Martin’s epic new stage adaptation will open in London in 2027.

Game of Thrones: The Mad King, the acclaimed Royal Shakespeare Company production based on George R.R. Martin’s novels, is transferring to London in 2027. The announcement comes as the show plays its final Stratford-upon-Avon performance this Saturday, 5 September, following a completely sold-out season since its world premiere on 8 August.

Venue and dates are yet to be confirmed, with further details promised in due course.

An older man with a white beard wearing sunglasses and a red vest sits on the Iron Throne, a chair made of many swords, in a dramatic, dark setting. — *George RR Martin*

Adapted by Duncan Macmillan and directed by Dominic Cooke, the production spans the final years before the events of Martin’s novels, revealing a legendary chapter of Westerosi history through a sweeping new stage epic. George R.R. Martin, creator and executive producer, said he had “an absolutely splendid time” at the Stratford-upon-Avon premiere and was “thrilled the production will be moving to London to share the experience with a wider audience,” promising “an exhilarating journey” ahead.

The production’s creative team includes puppetry and movement direction by Nick Barnes and Finn Caldwell of Lume, set design by Chloe Lamford, costume design by Georgia McGuinness, lighting design by Jon Clark and composition by Will Stuart. Casting for the London production is yet to be announced.

The show is produced by Simon Painter, Tim Lawson, Mark Manuel, Sir Leonard Blavatnik and Danny Cohen for Access Entertainment, alongside Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures on behalf of HBO.

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