Sherlock Holmes
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 CharitableTrust.
By agreement with the Conan Doyle Estate.
Captioned:
- Friday, 5th June, 7:45pm
Audio Described:
- Saturday, 6th June, 2:00pm
BSL Interpreted:
- Thursday, 4th June, 7:45pm
Important Information
Contains themes of racism, colonialism with some scenes of violence, references to drugs and drug taking and occasional swearing.Age Restrictions
Ages 12+. Children under the age of 4 will not be admitted.Performance Times
Now taking bookings for performances from Sat 2nd May 2026 until Sat 6th June 2026.
Show times for each day are below.
Mon
7.45pm
Tue
7.45pm
Wed
7.45pm
Thu
7.45pm
Fri
7.45pm
Sat
2.00pm
7.45pm
Sun
-
Regent's Park Open Air Theatre Details
Bus routes: (Marylebone Road) 18, 27, 30, 74, 205, 453; (Baker Street) 2, 13, 82, 113, 139, 189, 274
Night buses: (Marylebone Road) 18, 27, 205, 453 N13, N18, N74; (Baker Street) 139, 189
Nearest rail: Euston
Tube lines: Metropolitan, Bakerloo, Jubilee, Circle, Hammersmith & City
Nearest tube: Baker Street
Directions
from Baker Street :
(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<
Car park: Inner Circle Pay & Display, just outside the Theatre Exit Gate (0 mins). Free parking on the Inner Circle after 6:30pm.
In congestion zone?: Yes
Facilities at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
Bar
Disabled toilets
Infrared hearing loop
Toilets
Wheelchair accessible
Regent's Park Open Air Theatre Location
Please note: The location shown on the map is an approximate location of the theatre. In the majority of cases the theatre will be marked on the map so please make sure you locate the exact location yourself. If the theatre is not shown on the map please make sure you locate the correct road name and take account of the directions.
Sherlock Holmes
Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, London
Running until: Sat 6th June 2026