Sacha Baron Cohen to star in The Popinjay Cavalier in London

Three-time Academy Award-nominated actor and screenwriter Sacha Baron Cohen will make his West End debut in The Popinjay Cavalier, a new comedy written and directed by Quentin Tarantino. Find out more below, plus see seat view photos from across the auditorium to discover where it will be best to sit and enjoy this show in 2027!

Sacha Baron Cohen in The Popinjay Cavalier  

Sacha Baron Cohen is a multi-award-nominated actor and screenwriter who is best known for creating and portraying legendary characters such as Ali G, Borat Sagdiyev, and Brüno Gehard. He has also starred in Tom Hooper’s Les Miserables and Tim Burton’s Sweeney Todd. Sacha will star in the title role of The Popinjay Cavalier, which marks his West End debut.

On the news, he will be starring in the comedy, Sacha said, “When the best director in the world calls, you don’t ask questions. I am beyond delighted that we will be losing our West End virginity together; I have made him promise not to be gentle.”

What is The Popinjay Cavalier? 

The Popinjay Cavalier is a new rambunctious comedy written and directed by Quentin Tarantino, whose credits include Pulp Fiction, Reservoir Dogs and Django Unchained. Set in 1830s Europe, this sweeping celebration of theatre and its heightened romance is inspired by epic stars of stage and screen, including George Bruce, Ernst Vajda and Jesse Lasky Jr.

Seat View Photos 

Want to know what The Popinjay Cavalier looks like from your seat? SeatPlan users have already uploaded hundreds of real audience photos from across the auditorium, so you can compare views when booking your tickets. Select a date to see seat views. 

Book Tickets for The Popinjay Cavalier in London 

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This new comedy production plays at the Phoenix Theatre from 23 February to 13 June 2027.