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The Hunger Games: On Stage’ Debuts in London With Dazzle Over Depth, Critics Say

Critics focus on arena-scale spectacle over storytelling at the new Canary Wharf venue.

Overview

  • Early reviews commend the production’s aerial stunts, moving seating and pyrotechnics, yet fault a thin adaptation that struggles to build character and emotion.
  • Mia Carragher, 21, makes her professional stage debut as Katniss Everdeen, earning notice for athletic, stamina-heavy work in the lead role.
  • John Malkovich features as President Snow only via pre‑recorded video, a choice several critics describe as distancing and two‑dimensional.
  • Press reports put the combined cost of the purpose-built Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre and launch near £26 million, with premium tickets reaching roughly £200–£365.
  • After preview complaints about long queues and late starts, one review reported smoother operations at opening, and the show is booking through October 2026.