The Popinjay Cavalier Tickets
Opens 1st February
Hollywood icon Quentin Tarantino writes and directs this swashbuckling comedy, set in 1830s Europe, starring Sacha Baron Cohen.
The Popinjay Cavalier in London
Hollywood legend and BAFTA, Golden Globe and Academy Award-winning writer/director Quentin Tarantino brings his brand-new play to London’s West End in 2027, starring Sacha Baron Cohen. The Popinjay Cavalier is a love letter to the dramatic swashbucklers of stage and screen, and marks Tarantino’s first-ever stage project. Expect the boundary-pushing filmmakers' usual darkly comic style, witty wordplay and theatrical flair - this time in 1830s Europe. It plays at the Phoenix Theatre on Charing Cross Road for a strictly limited season, so book your tickets early.
What Is The Popinjay Cavalier About?
Popinjay
noun
1. a vain or conceited person, especially one who dresses or behaves extravagantly.
Cavalier
noun
1. Gentleman trained in arms and horsemanship
2. A mounted soldier
adjective
1. Marked by or given to offhand and often disdainful dismissal of important matters
2. Debonair
Inspired by the golden era of swashbuckling epics on stage and screen, this new comedy is a celebration of theatre in all its heightened glory and romance. Follow the world's greatest actor, Rupert Sebastian Thomas Jr., as he arrives in Paris to perform for the Comédie-Française. But when his foolish words about the French get him in trouble, it looks like Rupert the Magnificent's continental adventure is going to be anything but magnificent...
Set in 1830s Europe, The Popinjay Cavalier is a sharply witty tale of disguise and deception, told in Tarantino’s signature style.
The History of The Popinjay Cavalier
While The Popinjay Cavalier is Tarantino’s first official stage project, he is no stranger to the theatre, having previously performed as an actor in Wait Until Dark on Broadway. Tarantino has also worked on stage adaptations of some of his most popular works, including The Hateful Eight, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, and Reservoir Dogs. However, none of these projects ultimately came to fruition.
The West End production is the world premiere of this new play. Tarantino first announced he was writing the project in 2025 and stated that if it was well-received, he might adapt it into his tenth and final film, having previously confirmed he plans to retire from filmmaking after making 10 films.
The Cast of The Popinjay Cavalier
- Rupert Sebastian Thomas Jr. - Sacha Baron Cohen
Sacha Baron Cohen is a British actor, comedian and filmmaker. He is best known for his boundary-pushing comedy characters including Ali G, Borat and Bruno, who have been immortalised in television shows including Da Ali G Show and films Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan and Ali G Indahouse. He has also appeared in musical films including Les Miserables and Sweeney Todd as well as voicing King Julian in the Madagascar Franchise. Baron Cohen is a two-time BAFTA and three-time Golden Globe winner and an Academy Award and Emmy nominee.
The Popinjay Cavalier Creative Team
Quentin Tarantino writes and directs. Tarantino is an American director, writer and actor. His numerous accolades include two Academy Awards, two BAFTA’s, and four Golden Globe Awards, plus nominations for an Emmy Award and five Grammy Awards. His most well-known works include Kill Bill Volumes I and II, Pulp Fiction, Reservoir Dogs, Django Unchained, Inglourious Basterds, and The Hateful Eight. Tarantino often draws inspiration from old Hollywood, merging influences from many genres into his projects. He is considered by many to be one of the most influential filmmakers of his generation.
Tickets for The Popinjay Cavalier at the Phoenix Theatre
The Popinjay Cavalier is a rambunctious new comedy from auteur Quentin Tarantino, filled with all his usual style, now in a thrilling new genre. You won't want to miss this stage debut from one of Hollywood’s greatest living writers and directors - set an alert for tickets for The Popinjay Cavalier in London today!
The appearance of any performer cannot be guaranteed and is always subject to illness, injury and statutory holiday entitlement.
Show Times
| Matinee | Evening | |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | - | - |
| Tuesday | - | 7.00pm |
| Wednesday | 2.00pm | 7.00pm |
| Thursday | - | 7.00pm |
| Friday | 1.00pm 2.00pm | - |
| Saturday | - | 7.00pm |
| Sunday | 1.30pm | 6.30pm |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much are The Popinjay Cavalier tickets?
The Popinjay Cavalier tickets are priced from £51 to £352.
Where is The Popinjay Cavalier playing in London?
The Popinjay Cavalier is playing at the Phoenix Theatre, Charing Cross Road, London, WC2H 0JG.
Can I buy tickets for The Popinjay Cavalier at the box office?
Yes you can buy from the Phoenix Theatre box office where you will pay the face value ticket price, sometimes with a small booking fee. Search on SeatPlan to get the best prices and deals in one search including discounts not available at the box office.
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