Quentin Tarantino is writing a new stage play, The Popinjay Cavalier, which is slated to premiere in London's West End in early 2027, with exact dates to be announced.

The project is produced by Sonia Friedman Productions in collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment, with a 2027 West End opening at a venue yet to be announced.

Described as a swashbuckling comedy, The Popinjay Cavalier marks Tarantino’s foray into stage writing, developed in partnership with Sonia Friedman Productions and Sony Pictures.

Recent Tarantino headlines reference his public criticisms of Paul Dano and Rosanna Arquette, highlighting his ongoing high-profile media presence.

Tarantino is transitioning from filmmaking to novel-writing and has signaled retirement after completing his 10th film, placing emphasis on this new stage project.

His next screen project is David Fincher’s The Adventures of Cliff Booth, with potential for festival exposure after Netflix’s The Killer strategy.

Although Tarantino drafted a script for his supposed 10th and final movie, The Movie Critic, he ultimately pursued The Popinjay Cavalier; further details on cast, theater, and dates will be announced later.

Fans and curious audiences can sign up for information and priority booking at www.popinjayplay.com.

Tarantino is primarily known as a filmmaker, with acclaimed works like Pulp Fiction and Kill Bill; The Popinjay Cavalier could become his first major foray into stage writing.

The project emerged from Tarantino’s discussions at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, raising the possibility that this play could be his next primary focus.

BroadwayWorld had long rumored the unnamed project, which is now identified as The Popinjay Cavalier.

Press notes describe the play as a sweeping celebration of theatre and its heightened romance.