Paranormal Activity in the West End 2026: London Guide & My Visit

Paranormal Activity brings the cult horror franchise to the stage with a completely new story — and it is back in London at the Ambassadors Theatre in 2026.

I saw the production earlier in 2026, so this is one of those shows that sits right in the crossover between my theatre coverage and the darker side of Clarissa’s Corner.

Latest Update

The current ATG booking page lists Paranormal Activity at the Ambassadors Theatre from 11 August to 7 November 2026, with evening performances Monday to Saturday at 7.30pm and Friday and Saturday matinees at 2.30pm.

What Is Paranormal Activity About?

The stage production is inspired by the Paranormal Activity film series but tells a new story.

James and Lou move from Chicago to London hoping to escape their past. Instead, they discover that the thing haunting them may not be tied to a place at all.

Paranormal Activity at the Ambassadors Theatre

• Venue: Ambassadors Theatre, West Street, London WC2H 9ND
• Dates: 11 August – 7 November 2026
• Running time: 2 hours 20 minutes including interval
• Evenings: Monday–Saturday at 7.30pm
• Matinees: Friday and Saturday at 2.30pm
• Age guidance: the venue advises caution for audiences under 15

The production contains moments of high tension and strong language.

Cast

• Ty Fanning – James
• Ami Okumura Jones – Lou
• Kirsty Bushell – Etheline Cotgrave
• Pippa Winslow – Carolanne

Creative Team

The play is written by Levi Holloway and directed by Felix Barrett, founder and Artistic Director of Punchdrunk. The wider creative team includes Fly Davis on set and costume design, Chris Fisher as illusions director, Anna Watson on lighting, Gareth Fry on sound and Luke Halls on video design.

Clarissa’s Visit

I saw Paranormal Activity during its earlier London run in 2026. I’m keeping this section deliberately short until I pull together my original notes properly rather than filling in opinions from memory.

Why See It?

If you like supernatural theatre, psychological horror and productions that use stagecraft to make you question what you have just seen, this is an obvious one for the list. It also works as a good example of how a film franchise can be adapted for live performance without simply retelling one of the films.

Accessibility

The Ambassadors Theatre offers accessible booking support, assistance-dog arrangements, sensory guides and personalised visual story guides. Access arrangements can vary by performance, so check the venue’s current information when booking.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Paranormal Activity in the West End in 2026?

The current ATG booking page lists performances at the Ambassadors Theatre from 11 August to 7 November 2026.

How long is Paranormal Activity on stage?

The current running time is 2 hours 20 minutes including an interval.

What age is Paranormal Activity suitable for?

The venue advises caution for audiences under 15 because the production contains moments of high tension and strong language.

Is the stage show the same story as the films?

No. The production is inspired by the Paranormal Activity film franchise but tells a new story about James and Lou moving from Chicago to London.

Who stars in the 2026 West End cast?

Ty Fanning plays James, Ami Okumura Jones plays Lou, Kirsty Bushell plays Etheline Cotgrave and Pippa Winslow returns as Carolanne.

More Horror Theatre on Clarissa’s Corner

If this is your sort of theatre, you can also read my 2:22 A Ghost Story review and our guide to Monsters: A Killer New Musical Comedy.

Details checked against the current Ambassadors Theatre and ATG listings. Performance information can change, so check before travelling.