
Top Hat
Returning to London in a dazzling new production
Starting Friday 12 December 2025
*There may be trouble ahead,
But while there’s moonlight, and music,
And love, and romance…
Let’s face the music and dance*
Effervescent, elegant and exhilarating, Top Hat is a heady romantic cocktail laced with sparklingly witty dialogue, stunning choreography, lavish sets and gorgeous costumes.
Irving Berlin’s irresistible score includes some of Hollywood’s greatest songs, including the immortal Cheek to Cheek, Let’s Face the Music and Dance, Top Hat, White Tie and Tails and Puttin’ on the Ritz.
When Broadway star Jerry Travers arrives in London to open a new show, he crosses paths with model Dale Tremont, whose beauty sleep is rudely interrupted by Jerry tap dancing in the hotel suite above hers.
Instantly smitten, Jerry vows to abandon his bachelor life to win her – but the path of true love never does run smooth. Especially since Dale has mistaken Jerry for his hapless producer Horace, who’s trying to avoid the wrath of his formidable wife Madge, and Dale’s own fiery Italian admirer is planning a trip to Venice for her to showcase his couture gowns…
Based on the classic 1935 film which starred Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, the stage adaptation’s West End premiere won the 2013 Olivier Award for Best New Musical and the Evening Standard Award for Best Night Out.
Acclaimed American director and choreographer Kathleen Marshall, whose Tony and Olivier Award-winning production of Anything Goes recently wowed audiences and critics in London and on television, comes to the UK to stage this brand-new production.
Age Restriction
Age guidance: For ages 8+. Under-12s must be accompanied by an adult.Run time
2 hours and 30 minutes (approx)Venue Address
Nearest Tube Station
Nearest Train Station
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the runtime of Top Hat?
The runtime for Top Hat at Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank Centre is 2 hours and 30 minutes (approx).
What theatre is Top Hat playing at?
Top Hat is playing at Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank Centre, the address is Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London,SE1 8XX.
How to get to Top Hat?
The closest tube station to Top Hat is Waterloo Underground Station and the closest train station is Waterloo Mainline Station.
When is Top Hat is playing until?
Top Hat is booking until Saturday 17 January 2026 at the Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank Centre.
What is the age restriction for Top Hat?
For Top Hat the age recommendation is as follow: Age guidance: For ages 8+. Under-12s must be accompanied by an adult..
How much does tickets for Top Hat cost?
Tickets for Top Hat start from £32.
Where can I buy tickets for Top Hat?
You can buy tickets for Top Hat on this page, by clicking on the "Find the best seat" button above.