101 Dalmatians The Musical To Visit Edinburgh Playhouse | News | What's On Edinburgh (2024)

A new musical version of Dodie Smith’s classic book 101 Dalmatians will embark on a UK tour, playing at the Edinburgh Playhouse in November 2024.

101 Dalmatians The Musical To Visit Edinburgh Playhouse | News | What's On Edinburgh (1)

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Last Updated: 18 October 2023 11:28

This new musical is written by Douglas Hodge (music and lyrics) and Johnny McKnight (book), from a stage adaptation by Zinnie Harris and is reimagined from the acclaimed Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre production in 2022. Cast and creative team to be announced.

When fashionista Cruella de Vil plots to swipe all the Dalmatian puppies in town to create her fabulous new fur coat, there’s trouble ahead for Pongo and Perdi and their litter of adorable, tail-wagging young pups.

This classic canine caper is brought to life on stage with spectacular puppetry, show-stopping choreography, hilarious songs and irresistible puppies!

After launching in Wimbledon the production will visit Birmingham, Norwich, Canterbury, Leicester, Manchester, Belfast, Wolverhampton, Newcastle, Southend, Liverpool, Milton Keynes, Woking, Cardiff, Southampton, Aberdeen, York, Glasgow and Edinburgh.

Edinburgh tickets on sale HERE

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FAQs

What is the 101 Dalmatians musical about? ›

Based on the 1956 children's novel The Hundred and One Dalmatians written by Dodie Smith, the musical follows a pair of Dalmatian dogs as they search through London in search of their litter of fifteen puppies, which were stolen by Cruella DeVil to make dog skin fur coats.

Can you drink alcohol at Edinburgh Playhouse? ›

--- We are a licensed venue and patrons are not allowed to bring their own alcohol onto the premises. Any alcohol found during bag checks and security will be disposed of. If you conceal alcohol during security checks we may refuse to admit you.

What area of Edinburgh is the Playhouse? ›

The Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre is situated at 18 to 22, Greenside Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3AA. It's at the top of Leith Walk, which is a left hand turn at the east end of Princes Street and adjacent to John Lewis store.

Is 101 Dalmatians in London? ›

101 Dalmatians | 1996

This live-action version of the Disney classic uses plenty of real London locations, but the Dearly house is not one of them. 'Gabriel Mews' is a fictitious address, and both interior and exterior were built at Shepperton Studios.

Is there a 101 Dalmatians musical? ›

101 Dalmatians is a musical with music and lyrics by Douglas Hodge and a book by Johnny McKnight from a stage adaptation by Zinnie Harris, based on the 1956 children's novel The Hundred and One Dalmatians by Dodie Smith. It is the second musical based on the book, following 2009's The 101 Dalmatians Musical.

Do they sing in 101 Dalmatians? ›

The other two songs included in the film are "Kanine Krunchies Jingle" (sung by Lucille Bliss, who voiced Anastasia Tremaine in Disney's 1950 film Cinderella), and "Dalmatian Plantation" in which Roger sings only two lines at its closure.

What was the trouble at Playhouse Edinburgh? ›

Staff at the Edinburgh Playhouse are "nervous and scared" due to a rise in verbal and physical abuse from patrons, according to its theatre director. Colin Marr said the issue had become "significantly worse" since audiences returned after the Covid pandemic.

What are the best seats in Edinburgh Playhouse? ›

Seats in the front-centre of the Stalls and the Circle offer unobstructed views of the stage for a premium price. For large-scale musical productions, it would be best to sit in the front of the Circle, which is close to the stage and allows you to take in the show as a whole.

What is the famous drinking street in Edinburgh? ›

Head to George Street to enjoy a classy co*cktail or Rose Street to enjoy some famous Scottish hospitality in one of the area's friendly pubs.

Are balcony seats good at Edinburgh Playhouse? ›

Balcony Guide

Row A is the longest row, reaching up to 67 seats that curve dramatically around the stage. Seating may feel cramped due to limited legroom. Seats themselves are extremely comfortable, with generally good views on offer throughout this section.

When should I arrive at Edinburgh Playhouse? ›

The Edinburgh Playhouse is open for patrons to attend a show 90 minutes prior to the performance commencing. Customers are able to take advantage of our theatres bar facilities while waiting for the auditorium seats to be available, which is usually 30 minutes prior to the show.

How far is Edinburgh Playhouse from train station? ›

The distance between Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh Playhouse is 1888 feet.

What age is 101 Dalmatians musical for? ›

This new musical is suitable for family audiences with children of junior school age or over.

Where is 101 Dalmatians house? ›

101 Dalmatian Street is a terrace house, located in the middle of Camden in London. To one side at 103 lives Clarissa Corgi and her human, Hugo, while the other side, at 99, is home to Constantin the Cat. Up the road from the house is the Camden High Street, while the park is in the other direction.

Where is the park in 101 Dalmatians? ›

While Regents Park is used in One Hundred and One Dalmatians, as well as where the original novel is set, in the live-action remake, the park used is St. James, near Buckingham Palace.

What is the plot of 102 Dalmatians? ›

What was the purpose of Dalmatians? ›

Dalmatians have been used throughout history for serious work. They have been sentinels on the borders of their homeland of Dalmatia and Croatia during wars. They worked as shepherds, as draft dogs, as hound dogs, as hunting dogs, as retrievers and as performing dogs.

What happens in 102 Dalmatians? ›

In this all-new tale, Cruella De Vil (Glenn Close) is released from prison on good behavior vowing that she will have nothing to do with fur ever again. She, however, cannot keep this promise and is soon plotting another "fur-ocious" scheme to get her ultimate Dalmatian coat.

What is the story of Cruella and Dalmatian? ›

101 Dalmatians: The Series

Her villainous plot in the show was to steal the Dearlys' farm from them, using the puppies as a ransom. Her mother Malevola de Vil demands she do this, and Cruella also was denied the farm by old Widow Smedly the first time she tried to buy it, incensing her and beginning her obsession.

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