“The Hunger Games” Stage Adaptation Set to Premiere in London Fall 2025
London theater enthusiasts are in for a thrilling treat as the stage adaptation of “The Hunger Games” gears up for its premiere this fall. The highly anticipated production, based on Suzanne Collins’ groundbreaking novel and the Lionsgate film, is scheduled to kick off performances on October 20, 2025, at the Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre, a purpose-built 1,200-seat venue designed specifically for this show.
Renowned playwright Conor McPherson, known for his acclaimed works such as “The Weir,” “Shining City,” and “The Seafarer,” has skillfully adapted the beloved story for the stage. The production will be helmed by the talented director Matthew Dunster, whose previous credits include “2:22 – A Ghost Story,” “Hangmen,” and “The Pillowman.”
Despite earlier attempts to launch the show in 2016 and fall 2024, fans can finally secure their seats as tickets for this exciting theatrical experience go on sale starting March 27. The adaptation follows the immense success of the film franchise, which has raked in over $3.4 billion worldwide. Collins is set to release a new book, “Sunrise on the Reaping,” on March 18, 2025, with a Lionsgate film adaptation slated for November 20, 2026, further extending the franchise’s legacy.
The transition of popular onscreen franchises to the stage has been a trend in recent years, following the footsteps of successful adaptations like “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” and “Stranger Things: The First Shadow.” Collins expressed her excitement about the stage adaptation, praising McPherson and Dunster for their innovative approach to bringing the story to life in a new and immersive way.
The creative team behind “The Hunger Games” has dedicated over a year to refining the play, promising audiences a unique and intense theatrical experience. With actors seen soaring through the air and engaging in thrilling battles along the walls, spectators will be closely involved in the action within the intimate setting of the theater.
Dunster highlighted McPherson’s ability to capture the essence of the original source material while infusing the play with a distinct theatrical vision. The team’s collaboration aims to deliver a production that is as impactful and edgy as Collins’ novel and as passionate and thrilling as the movie adaptation, showcasing the story in a refreshingly theatrical manner.
Key members of the creative team include set designer Miriam Buether, costume designer Moi Tran, choreographer Charlotte Broom, and lighting designer Lucy Carter, among others. Producers Tristan Baker, Charlie Parsons, Oliver Royds, and Isobel David, in collaboration with Lionsgate, are working tirelessly to ensure a spectacular and unforgettable theatrical experience for audiences.
As the countdown to the eagerly awaited premiere begins, theater enthusiasts and fans of “The Hunger Games” can look forward to a dynamic and engaging stage adaptation that promises to captivate and thrill audiences in London and beyond. Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of Panem like never before as the iconic story unfolds on stage this fall.