Impossible recoups costs, plans West End return

The producer of Impossible has announced plans for a tour and 2016 return to the West End after the magic show, which closes on Saturday, recouped its costs.

Jamie Hendry said the production, billed as "London's most dangerous magic and illusion show", has recouped its West End costs of £950,000 during its five week run at the Noel Coward Theatre.

"Impossible was a hugely high-risk show to produce and I'm delighted for everyone involved that it has proved to be a commercial success story so quickly," he said.

The line-up includes escapologist Jonathan Goodwin, mind-reader Chris Cox, magician Ben Hart and "digital marvel" Jamie Allan.

Hendry added: "Impossible has managed to very quickly find its place in the crowded market of musicals and plays, and by its nature delivered one of the most spectacular shows you can see on a London stage.

"I am thrilled that we will be announcing plans for our UK and worldwide tour very shortly and look forward to bringing Impossible back to the capital next year."