Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience Extends Its London Run for Six Months
Composer and producer Jeff Wayne, in partnership with Layered Reality, the UK’s leader in immersive entertainment, is delighted to announce the extension of the multi-award-winning Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience. With consistently sold-out dates and critical acclaim, the production will now run through September 2025, with tickets for February to September performances on sale from today.
Having grossed over £8 million and received 14,000+ five-star reviews, this award-winning experience remains a cornerstone of London’s entertainment scene. Named one of TripAdvisor’s Traveller’s Choice winners for four consecutive years, it continues to captivate audiences with its blend of cutting-edge technology, live theatre, and the timeless score of Jeff Wayne’s iconic 1978 album, The Musical Version of The War of The Worlds.
Set across 24 interactive scenes, the experience combines immersive theatre with stunning projection mapping, surround sound, multiple virtual reality sequences, and 5D effects, placing audiences at the heart of a Martian invasion in Victorian England.
Visitors will interact with both live actors and digital performances, including the recorded voices of Justin Hayward (The Moody Blues), Nathan James (Inglorious), and Ricky Wilson (Kaiser Chiefs). They’ll also encounter holographic and digital appearances from Carrie Hope Fletcher, Tom Brittney, and Anna-Marie Wayne, creating a fully immersive journey unlike any other.
The production is meticulously overseen by Jeff Wayne himself, ensuring every detail—from script and sets to costumes, sound design, and VR—is infused with his creative vision.
Jeff Wayne commented; “When we first opened The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience, it was meant to run for just three months. Now, over five years later, we’re still here as the UK’s longest-running immersive experience, thanks to incredible reviews, word-of-mouth, and the loyalty of our amazing audiences. We’ve also won the TripAdvisor Travel Award for an unprecedented fourth consecutive year in 2024. This experience has always been ahead of its time, pushing the boundaries of what immersive entertainment can be. I’m thrilled to extend it through 2025, so even more people can immerse themselves in this unforgettable adventure.”
The extension follows an exciting period of growth for Layered Reality, including the announcement of its upcoming immersive production Elvis Evolution, set to debut in London in Spring 2025. Combining the life and legacy of Elvis Presley with cutting-edge AI, augmented reality, live performance, and multi-sensory effects, Elvis Evolution is a bold step forward in immersive storytelling.
In addition to The War of The Worlds, Layered Reality is also behind Gunpowder Plot, a thrilling immersive experience created in collaboration with Historic Royal Palaces. Featuring a digital cast led by Harry Potter’s Tom Felton, Gunpowder Plot immerses audiences in a high-stakes journey through 1605 London, combining live action, motion simulators, and stunning special effects.
Andrew McGuinness, CEO of Layered Reality, stated: “Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience continues to set the standard for immersive entertainment, attracting both devoted fans of the original album and new audiences alike. This production is a trailblazer in the field—one of the first of its kind to seamlessly integrate live theatre, multi-sensory effects, and cutting-edge technology. We’re proud to continue collaborating with Jeff, whose dedication, innovation, and creative vision have been instrumental to the show’s ongoing success. We remain committed to exceeding guest expectations and are excited to continue pushing the boundaries of immersive experiences.”
Tickets for Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience from February to September 2025 will be available starting Monday.
