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Death Note: The Musical
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Venue

Barbican Theatre

If you had the power over life and death, what would you do? 

This summer, the hotly anticipated world premiere of Death Note: The Musical, arrives at the Barbican for 50 performances only from 30 Jul to 12 Sep.

With over 30 million copies sold worldwide, the legendary manga phenomenon by Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata is a global sensation that has captivated audiences for almost twenty years, including multiple sell-out seasons of the musical in Japan, Korea and Taiwan.  

Now, boldly reimagined for the London stage in close collaboration with the original Japanese producers, HoriPro, this new musical features an electrifying score by Tony, Grammy and Emmy nominee Frank Wildhorn, lyrics by Jack Murphy and a book by Ivan Menchell. Death Note: The Musical is set to be the theatrical event of the summer. 

When brilliant student Light Yagami discovers a notebook with the power to determine who lives and who dies, his mission to reshape society quickly spirals out of control and attracts the attention of the elusive and ruthless detective L. What begins as justice descends into obsession and forces both Light and L to confront the limits of morality itself.

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Closing

12/09/2026

Running Time

2h20, inc. interval

Genre

Musical

Age & Content

12+ | No under 5s will be admitted.

Please Note:

This production contains mature themes.

Creative:

Music -

Frank Wildhorn

Lyrics -

Jack Murphy

Book -

Ivan Menchell

Director -

Stephen Whitson

Set Designer -

Jon Bausor

Choreographer -

Fabian Aloise

Orchestration & Arranger -

Jason Howland

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No accessibility performances are currently scheduled for this show.

Frequently asked questions

Death Note: The Musical is playing at Barbican Theatre in London. Your ticket selection will show available performance dates and times, and you can book securely online via Official London Theatre. For the smoothest experience, pick a performance from the calendar and book early for popular dates.
When brilliant student Light Yagami discovers a notebook with the power to determine who lives and who dies, his mission to reshape society quickly spirals out of control and attracts the attention of the elusive and ruthless detective L. What begins as justice descends into obsession and forces both Light and L to confront the limits of morality itself.
The running time for Death Note: The Musical is 2h20, inc. interval. Duration can occasionally vary slightly by performance, but this is the listed length for the production.
Death Note: The Musical is recommended for ages 12+ | No under 5s will be admitted.. If you’re bringing younger theatregoers, it’s worth considering themes and attention span alongside the age guidance. Some venues also have their own admission policies, so it can help to double-check requirements before you travel.
Death Note: The Musical opens on 30th July 2026 and is currently scheduled to run until 12th September 2026. If you’re planning a trip or booking for a specific week, check the performance calendar for dates and availability, as popular performances can sell faster closer to the run.
Tickets for Death Note: The Musical go on sale from 9th March 2026. If you’re looking for the widest choice of seats and dates, booking early is usually best - especially for weekends and peak travel periods. Once on sale, you can select a performance and complete your booking online.
You can buy tickets for Death Note: The Musical online through Official London Theatre. Choose your preferred performance in the calendar, select seats if available, and complete your purchase securely.
There isn’t a strict dress code for London theatre, so wear whatever you’ll feel comfortable and confident in. Most people go for smart casual - think jeans or trousers with a nice top, a casual dress, or a shirt and trainers. If you’re heading to an evening show, on a date, or celebrating something, you might fancy dressing up a bit more, but it’s completely optional.
Arriving at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time helps keep things smooth and stress-free, giving you plenty of time to collect tickets, go through security, and get settled in your seat before the performance begins.
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