


Solve this, Sherlock. It may be a game to you; it isn’t to me.’
London, 1890, a city rapidly expanding, devouring all in its path. Fresh off the success of his first big case, Sherlock Holmes misuses his time, until an unknown woman and a mysterious jewel arrive at 221b Baker Street.
As the chase begins, and with lives on the line, can Holmes and Watson pull back the curtain on the big show and reveal the mastermind behind this deadly conspiracy.
From writer Joel Horwood (The Ocean at the End of the Lane, National Theatre, West End & Tour) and directed by Sean Holmes (Pinocchio, The Merry Wives of Windsor, Shakespeare’s Globe), comes a thrilling new adventure, hurtling through the streets of London and down the River Thames to the heart of Regent’s Park.
Cast includes Joshua James as Sherlock Holmes.
Supported by Cockayne Grants for the Arts, a Donor Advised Fund, held at The Prism Charitable Trust.
By agreement with the Conan Doyle Estate.
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Plays, Off West End
Ages 12+. Children under the age of 4 will not be admitted.
2nd May, 2026
6th June, 2026
Contains themes of racism, colonialism with some scenes of violence, references to drugs and drug taking and occasional swearing.
By: Joel Horwood
Director: Sean Holmes
Cast list: Joshua James
Location: Off West End
Railway station: Baker Street
Bus numbers: (Marylebone Road) 18, 27, 30, 74, 205, 453; (Baker Street) 2, 13, 82, 113, 139, 189, 274
Night bus numbers: (Marylebone Road) 18, 27, 205, 453 N13, N18, N74; (Baker Street) 139, 189
Car park: Inner Circle Pay & Display, just outside the Theatre Exit Gate (0 mins). Free parking on the Inner Circle after 6:30pm.
Directions from tube: (10 mins) Baker Street is the nearest tube station to the Open Air Theatre. Exit Baker Street on to Marylebone Road and turn left. Proceed past Madame Tussauds along Marylebone Road and turn left into York Gate. Continue straight up York Gate and over York Bridge, leading to the Inner Circle. Pass through the large gates into the park and walk straight until you see the theatre on your left. Entry to the Open Air Theatre is via the Box Office in Queen Mary’s Gardens within Regent’s Park.
| Day of week | Matinee | Evening |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | - | 7:45 PM |
| Tuesday | - | 7:45 PM |
| Wednesday | - | 7:45 PM |
| Thursday | - | 7:45 PM |
| Friday | - | 7:45 PM |
| Saturday | 2:00 PM | 7:45 PM |
| Sunday | - | - |
London, 1890, a city rapidly expanding, devouring all in its path. Fresh off the success of his first big case, Sherlock Holmes misuses his time, until an unknown woman and a mysterious jewel arrive at 221b Baker Street.
As the chase begins, and with lives on the line, can Holmes and Watson pull back the curtain on the big show and reveal the mastermind behind this deadly conspiracy.
Regent's Park Open Air Theatre.
The price for tickets to Sherlock Holmes starts at £19.
Ages 12+. Children under the age of 4 will not be admitted.
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