American Psycho musical to return to London

Adapted from Bret Easton Ellis’ cult novel, American Psycho tells the story of Wall Street trader and self-possessed serial killer Patrick Bateman, who is living the high life in 1980s Manhanttan – buying the most expensive designer clothes, eating at the most exclusive restaurants, partying at the hottest clubs… and indulging in much darker transgressions privately. It has a book by Robert Aguirre-Sacasa and music and lyrics by Duncan Sheik.

It was first seen at the Almeida as Rupert Goold’s first production as artistic director, and will now serve as his final production at the venue early next year (as part of a major season announcement unveiled today).

Despite being a sell-out, rave-reviewed smash in London (bagging five stars from WhatsOnStage) during its initial 2013 spell, the show subsequently transferred to Broadway with less fanfare, closing after 27 previews and 54 performances. The London cast recording has gained a cult following in the last decade.

The show will now return, running from 24 January to 14 March 2026. Cast and creative team are to be revealed, and it is unconfirmed if any of the show’s original stars (including Matt Smith, Lucie Jones, Katie Brayben, Jonathan Bailey and Susannah Fielding) will be back.

Tickets will go on sale in the autumn.

Find out more about the new season here.