The Curious Case of Benjamin Button Musical Extends West End Run

The critically acclaimed musical The Curious Case of Benjamin Button has extended its West End run until 30 August 2025, following multiple Olivier Award nominations.

About the Benjamin Button Musical

Set in a Cornish fishing village, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button follows the extraordinary journey of a man who ages in reverse. Based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic short story, the musical adaptation is written by Jethro Compton and Darren Clark and has been praised for its innovative storytelling and stunning original music.

After three five-star reviews from WhatsOnStage, the production has become one of the most celebrated new musicals in London’s West End.

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button cast - photography by Marc Brenner

Olivier Award Nominations for Benjamin Button

The production has secured three Olivier Award nominations, including:

• Best New Musical

• Outstanding Musical Contribution (Darren Clark for music supervision, orchestrations, and arrangements; Mark Aspinall for musical direction, music supervision, orchestrations, and arrangements)

• Best Actor in a Musical – John Dagleish (Benjamin Button)

• Best Actress in a Musical – Clare Foster (Elowen Keene)

This makes The Curious Case of Benjamin Button the most nominated new British musical at the 2025 Olivier Awards.

West End Cast of Benjamin Button

The West End cast features:

• John Dagleish (Benjamin Button)

• Clare Foster (Elowen Keene)

• Matthew Burns

• Jonathan Charles

• Oonagh Cox

• Katy Ellis

• Anna Fordham

• Philippa Hogg

• Damien James

• Ann Marcuson

• Jack Quarton

• Benedict Salter

• Elliot Mackenzie

Creative Team Behind Benjamin Button

The musical is led by an acclaimed creative team, including:

• Director & Stage Designer – Jethro Compton

• Music Supervision, Orchestrations & Arrangements – Darren Clark and Mark Aspinall

• Musical Director – Mark Aspinall

• Choreographer – Chi-San Howard

• Costume & Associate Stage Designer – Anna Kelsey

• Sound Designer – Luke Swaffield

• Lighting Designer – Zoe Spurr

• Casting Director – Ginny Schiller

Benjamin Button Musical Extends West End Run

Due to high demand, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button has extended performances at London’s Ambassador’s Theatre until 30 August 2025.

New Ticket Initiative: Anchor Seats

To improve accessibility, the production has introduced Anchor Seats, offering 200 tickets at £40 for every Thursday evening performance.