Tarantino's West End Debut: 'The Popinjay Cavalier' Sets Dates
Quentin Tarantino's first stage play, 'The Popinjay Cavalier', starring Sacha Baron Cohen, opens on London's West End on 18 March 2027, with previews from 23 February.
Sacha Baron Cohen will star in Quentin Tarantino's first stage play, 'The Popinjay Cavalier', which opens on London's West End on 18 March 2027. Written and directed by Tarantino, it is set in 1830s Europe and billed as a 'swash-buckling, rambunctious comedy of deception and disguise'.
The production, from Sony Pictures Entertainment and Sonia Friedman Productions, runs at the Phoenix Theatre with previews from 23 February 2027 and booking until 13 June. Tickets go on sale on Monday 13 October, from £25 ($33).
Both Tarantino and Baron Cohen make their West End debut with the project. Tarantino said he is 'keen with anticipation to give the West End a great night out', and Baron Cohen said he is 'beyond delighted' to join him.
Why it matters
This marks Tarantino's first foray into the world of stage plays, and fans of the director and Baron Cohen are eagerly anticipating the production.
What's next
Tickets will be available for purchase tomorrow morning, with early access available at 9 a.m. for priority buyers. BST and general sale kicking off at 12 p.m. BST.
How the story unfolded
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- The Hollywood Reporter – Quentin Tarantino’s West End Debut ‘The Popinjay Cavalier’ Sets Launch Date at Phoenix Theatre ↗
- Deadline – Sacha Baron Cohen Confirmed To Star In Quentin Tarantino’s ‘The Popinjay Cavalier’ West End Stage Play With Dates & On Sale Window Announced ↗
- BBC News – Sacha Baron Cohen to star in Quentin Tarantino's West End play ↗
- New York Times – Quentin Tarantino Play ‘The Popinjay Cavalier’ to Open in London in February ↗
- Variety – Quentin Tarantino Play ‘The Popinjay Cavalier,’ Starring Sacha Baron Cohen, to Open on West End in March ↗
- The Guardian – Sacha Baron Cohen to star in Quentin Tarantino’s West End play The Popinjay Cavalier ↗
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What is this Quentin Tarantino West End story about?
Quentin Tarantino's first stage play, 'The Popinjay Cavalier', starring Sacha Baron Cohen, opens on London's West End on 18 March 2027, with previews from 23 February. Quentin Tarantino's first stage play, 'The Popinjay Cavalier', opens on London's West End on 18 March 2027.
When did FlashFeed cover Quentin Tarantino West End?
FlashFeed published this brief on October 12, 2026. The earliest report it draws on, from Variety, is dated October 11, 2026.
What are the key facts about Quentin Tarantino West End?
Sacha Baron Cohen stars and makes his West End debut; Tarantino writes and directs. Phoenix Theatre; previews from 23 February 2027, booking until 13 June.
Why is Quentin Tarantino West End in the news?
This marks Tarantino's first foray into the world of stage plays, and fans of the director and Baron Cohen are eagerly anticipating the production.
What comes next in the Quentin Tarantino West End story?
Tickets will be available for purchase tomorrow morning, with early access available at 9 a.m. for priority buyers.
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