Paddington Bear is set to drop an album with the West End cast of his musical after recording at the iconic Abbey Road studios

Paddington Bear fans are in for a treat as the iconic British bear is set to drop an album with the West End cast. 

The loveable character, who made his West End debut in his own musical after 29 books and three film appearances, has now been busy recording the music at the legendary Abbey Road studios.

Paddington looked sensational dressed in his iconic red hat and blue duffle coat with toggles as he recreated The Beatles' famous zebra crossing picture from their 1969 album.

The bear, who stands at 4 feet tall, ditched his battered brown suitcase and marmalade sandwich for the photoshoot. 

Fans will not have to wait long as Decca Records have revealed that Paddington The Musical - Original Cast Recording, release date will be brought forward to drop on April 10.  

Recorded with a full orchestra at Abbey Road Studios, with vocals from the complete West End Cast, the album is arranged, orchestrated and produced by Matt Brind, with music and lyrics by Tom Fletcher. 

The physical release (vinyl, CD, Yoto) will be dropped on 22 May 2026.

Paddington is currently running at the Savoy Theatre until May 30, 2027. 

It comes after Paddington 'stole the spotlight' at the 2026 EE BAFTA Awards in February as he charmed the star-studded crowd during an 'epic' appearance.

The beloved character took time away from the West End stage to appear at the awards at the Royal Festival Hall in London.

As he made his way on stage, Paddington tipped his red hat to the A-list crowd, which included the likes of Emma Stone, Kate Hudson, Leonardo Dicaprio and Timothee Chalamet.

Dressed in his blue duffle coat, the bear ditched his battered brown suitcase and marmalade sandwich for the winning envelope and gong as he presented the Children's & Family Film award.

Standing behind his very own miniature podium, Paddington said: 'You all look surprised to see me, I'm as surprised as you are.'

The bear went on to mention his beloved elderly aunt, who raised him in Peru, and his family the Browns, who adopted him when he came to London.

Paddington continued: 'My Aunt Lucy says you have to face your fears, unless its a snake then you have to walk away very slowly.

'Mrs Brown said this is a first for BAFTA, I am the first bear to present an award and the first presenter to get marmalade all over a BAFTA, sorry about that, I was going to lick it off but apparently that's not very good manners.'

Paddington went on to announce Boong, a 2024 Indian Manipuri-language coming-of-age drama film, as the winner.

Viewers rushed to X to comment on the 'wholesome' and 'charming' moment as fans insisted Paddington Bear 'stole the spotlight' from the Hollywood A-listers.

They wrote: 'I always become 10 years old with excitement at moments like this. Adorable; Paddington Has My Heart; Epic;

'They should invite Paddington Bear to every single red carpet from now on; Paddington Bear steals the spotlight at the #EEBAFTAs;

'Paddington Bear making a cameo at the BAFTA Film Awards is peak British charm—marmalade and movie magic in one moment;

'Paddington stealing the BAFTAs with pure charm and that iconic “first bear ever” line is peak wholesome chaos. Give that bear his own category already!;

'Love it! Paddington making history—and hearts—at the BAFTAs. Even a bear can inspire courage and charm! Paddington Bear steals the spotlight at the #EEBAFTAs'.

Paddington Bear is played by performer Arti Shah in the costume, while James Hameed provides the voice and remote-controls the bear's facial expressions.

Paddington: The Musical has received a series of glowing reviews from critics after its official opening in theatres in December.

The lost bear has made it all the way from Peru to London's West End in search of a new home and has been delighting families.

Directed by Luke Sheppard, with original music and lyrics by McFly's Tom Fletcher the show is now on at the Savoy Theatre and follows Paddington's comic mishaps with the adoptive Brown family.

And first impressions were excellent with The Daily Mail's Patrick Marmion praising its 'off-the-scale cuteness' and giving it five stars.