George R.R. Martin Confirms ‘Game of Thrones: The Mad King’ Will Move from Stratford to London in 2027
News Brief
The stage adaptation of George R.R. Martin’s “Game of Thrones,” titled “The Mad King,” has been confirmed for a London transfer after its world premiere at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford‑upon‑Avon. Martin, who serves as creator and executive producer, praised the Stratford run and said the production will head to the British capital to reach a wider audience. The show, adapted by playwright Duncan Macmillan and directed by Dominic Cooke, is expected to open in London in 2027, though specific venues and dates have not yet been announced.
Key points
The production debuted at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford‑upon‑Avon earlier this year.
Creator and executive producer George R.R. Martin announced the upcoming London transfer.
Duncan Macmillan adapted the play from Martin’s novels, with Dominic Cooke directing.
The London run is slated for 2027, but venue details and casting remain pending.
What sources agree on
The play “The Mad King” premiered at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford‑upon‑Avon.
George R.R. Martin confirmed the production will transfer to London.
Martin described his experience in Stratford as “splendid” and called the London move an “exhilarating journey.”
Duncan Macmillan is the adaptor and Dominic Cooke is the director of the stage show.
The London transfer is scheduled for 2027, with venue and dates to be announced later.
Martin is listed as an executive producer of the production.
Still unclear
No material disagreement was identified in the supplied reports.
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‘Game of Thrones: The Mad King’ Play Sets London Transfer
