London Shows in 2027

Seven classic pantomimes in 70 hilarious minutes! The Olivier Award nominated festive celebration Potted Panto is back for four weeks only.

Jump on board a delightful journey this Winter with the musical adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s Room on the Broom. Brought to the stage by acclaimed theatre company Tall Stories, this show is packed with enchanting puppetry, sing-along songs and hilarious fun, making it the perfect family treat.

Back for its 28th year, this enchanting stage adaptation of the beloved picture book by Raymond Briggs returns to the London stage with the heartwarming story of the friendship between a young boy and the snowman he wishes to life. Full of valuable lessons about friendship and imagination, packed with unforgettable songs like the beloved ‘Walking in the Air', this is the perfect holiday musical for children and adults alike.

Adapted from the bestselling book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, The Smartest Giant in Town heads to London for a limited festive run. Follow the heart-warming tale about friendship and helping those in need through a puppet-filled adventure, perfect for younger audiences.

The beloved story of Pinocchio, a little wooden puppet who comes to life and longs to be a real boy, returns to the open-air Globe Theatre in time for the festive season. The perfect Christmas theatrical treat for the whole family, children and adults alike will fall in love with this moving story of family and belonging, told through whimsical puppetry and delightful song. Don't miss this fresh take on a story we all love.

Cirque Alice reimagines Lewis Caroll's beloved and eccentric story of Alice in Wonderland through extraordinary acts from some of the greatest performers around the globe. Featuring aerialists and acrobats, mind-bending contortionists, exquisite puppetry, and special guest musical acts, you'll get to experience your favourite characters like the Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter, and the Queen of Hearts and see the mind-boggling world of Wonderland come to life as you've never seen it before.

This Christmas, get ready for the sequel to the smash-hit Christmas classic from The Other Palace, Homo Alone. This time, Kevin finds himself lost in New York City, the gayest place on earth, encountering dodgy burglars, a Rocky Horror-esque hotel manager, and a Trump cameo nobody asked for. Spice up your Christmas with this filthy-fun musical parody of Home Alone 2.

Adapted by Conor McPherson and directed by Ian Rickson, The Cherry Orchard, Anton Chekhov's final play, is coming to the Harold Pinter Theatre in a bold, powerful new staging that explores a family on the brink of change and a world in transition. Award-winning actress Kristin Scott Thomas plays Lyubov Ranevskaya, an aristocratic Russian landowner who returns to her childhood estate and finds her family home and beloved cherry orchard under threat.

From award-winning director Jordan Fein comes the Olivier Award-winning revival of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s beloved and classic musical, in which characters from the Brothers Grimm’s unforgettable fairy tales come together in a desperate search for a happily ever after. Combining a fantastic score, memorable storytelling and endearing characters with a dark and clever twist on the fairy tales we all know and love, Into the Woods is a darkly humorous and heartfelt story that has been enchanting audiences for years. 

Charles Dickens' classic Christmas story returns to the stage in this spooky, heartwarming stage adaptation by Matthew Warchus, now in its tenth year. Step into the gloom of Victorian London and join the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge on a ghostly journey through time in this imaginative, immersive theatrical experience that the whole family can enjoy this festive season.

Keira Knightley, Stephen Dillane, and Luke Thompson star in Robert Icke's stage adaptation of the German psychological thriller, The Lives of Others, in which a Stasi agent in East Berlin finds his loyalties tested when he begins spying on a couple. A star-studded cast brings to life this story of surveillance, espionage, oppression, and the struggle for personal freedom, in its first-ever stage adaptation that promises to bring a fresh take that speaks to our modern world.

Ben Whishaw and Kathryn Hunter star in Colin Teevan's stage adaptation of Christian Kracht's internationally best-selling novel about a mother and son on a chaotic road trip through the Swiss Alps as they attempt to give away their family fortune and escape their dark history. Witness a darkly comedic story of redemption, connection, and family unfold as part of the Young Vic's exciting 2026/27 season.

English National Ballet's production of The Nutcracker has been enchanting audiences in London since 1950, and this year is no exception. Featuring over 100 dancers and musicians, watch as the classic fairytale bursts to life in the grand setting of the London Coliseum.

If you loved Pride and Prejudice, you'll love this funny, smart, and emotional play that takes you back into the world of Jane Austen's most beloved novel, and puts the spotlight on Elizabeth Bennet's overlooked younger sister. It's Christmas at Pemberley and Mary Bennet is resigned to being the sister everyone always forgets about, until a chance at love gives her hope for a future she never thought possible. The UK premiere of Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon's smash hit play is a loving homage to and continuation of Austen's work that explores identity, belonging and the quiet courage it takes to rewrite your own narrative.

This Olivier Award-winning production returns for a 30th anniversary celebration at Sadler's Wells with Matthew Bourne's epic interpretation of Cinderella that reimagines the classic fairytale as a war-time romance. Cinderella falls in love with an RAF pilot during the Blitz in London, and what follows is a touching and thrilling story that pays tribute to the spirit of London during the war. With gorgeous set and costume designs and a powerful score that incorporates the sounds of wartorn London, it's a thrillingly immersive production that has enchanted audiences since it premiered thirty years ago.

Francesca Mills stars in this new production of acclaimed British dramatist Jim Cartwright's modern classic, directed by Robert Hastie. Mills plays Little Voice, who sings in the sanctuary of her bedroom until she's forced into the spotlight and made to confront the perils that come with fame and stardom. Revived multiple times and adapted into film, The Rise and Fall of Little Voice is a powerful, heartrending story that has been enthralling audiences for decades.

Mischief Theatre's A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong is a laugh-out-loud comedy that transforms the beloved holiday classic into a chaotic disaster filled with mishaps and mayhem. With brilliant physical comedy and unexpected twists, it's the perfect festive treat that will have you in stitches from start to finish.

A smart, funny, and provocative comedy about what money can or can't buy, Sacrilegious is directed by Andy Sandberg and written by Tom Schulman, the Academy Award-winning author of Dead Poets Society. On the holiest day of the year, an idealistic young rabbi dares to challenge the billionaire president of his congregation, questions a multi-million-dollar donation, and ignites a battle for the hearts and minds of the entire community. Don't miss this razor-sharp play about the clash between principle and power.

In Tom Stoppard's acclaimed 1972 comedy, a professor of moral philosophy calls the police on his wife's late-night election party, only to find that she's the prime suspect in a murder that occurred at the party. This biting comedy about murder, marriage, and metaphysics hasn't been staged in London for over 20 years, and now's your chance to experience it at the Hampstead Theatre, directed by Blanche McIntyre. Don't miss this hilarious murder mystery crossed with a thrilling exploration of morality.

In this bold, clever new play by one of the UK's leading playwrights, Timberlake Wertenbaker, humanity is called to the negotiating table by the animals demanding an end to exploitation and ecological destruction. Bringing together politics, wit, philosophy and mischief in an audacious experiment about stepping into someone else's shoes, this is an urgent, timely, and unflinching response to the crisis facing our planet, told in a delightfully creative way.

Multi award-winning writer Lauren Yee's off-Broadway smash-hit receives its UK premiere with this acerbic dark comedy about the birth of modern capitalism in post-Soviet Russia. Trying to make it big in a new era in St Petersburg in the nineties, Evgeny and Dmitri become embroiled in racketeering and espionage, but it all goes wrong when Evgeny falls for one of their marks. Get ready for biting comedy and clever social commentary about the realities of the free market in a changing world.

The award-winning mentalist and psychological illusionist Derren Brown returns to the West End with this brand new live show that aims to amaze and astonish you. Get ready for a theatrical investigation into free will, human choice, and how these shape our identities, and a dazzling, mind-boggling performance blends psychological illusion, mind-reading, stage magic, and the power of suggestion. And best of all, the contents of the show have remained strictly under wraps, so you can experience all the twists and turns without any spoilers.

Olivier Award winner Hiran Abeysekera (The Father and the Assassin) stars in a stunning new adaptation of Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book, in this new play by Anupama Chandrasekhar. Experience the story of Mowgli, a wild child raised by the animals of the jungle, in this epic, colourful production that brings Kipling's iconic jungle setting to life with jaw-dropping, life-sized puppets. Coming this Christmas, The Jungle Book is a piece of theatrical marvel that the whole family can fall in love with.

Award-winning actor, comedian and Strictly Come Dancing winner, Bill Bailey is back with a brand new show that brings the timeless art of vaudeville to life. With a thrilling blend of comedy, music, and variety acts, Vaudevillean is packed with stories of showbiz and city life, designed to amuse and amaze. With his trademark wit, charm, and talent, Bailey sets out to enthrall audiences with good family fun that will sweep you away from the humdrum of daily life, and entertain you with stories of the strange and spectacular.

Ancient Rome comes to the beautiful candlelit Sam Wanamaker Playhouse as Julius Caesar kicks off Shakespeare's Globe's winter season. Joe Hill-Gibbins (Ghosts, Sam Wanamaker Playhouse) returns to direct Shakespeare's brutal and timely tale of friendship, betrayal and political violence, staged for the first time ever in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse. In this classic Roman tragedy, the ambitious dictator Caesar's growing power causes his allies to turn against him in a murderous plot, but public opinion quickly turns against them, giving way to bloody civil war.

Step into the dazzling, decadent world of 1920s Chicago and experience the longest running American musical in Broadway and West End history, in which two divas, Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly, try to dodge their murder convictions by sparking a media frenzy. Get ready for two feisty heroines you can't help but cheer for, dazzling choreography, and an iconic score featuring songs like 'All That Jazz' and 'Cell Block Tango', when this beloved, long-running musical returns to the stage.

Equal parts fairy tale, farce, and moral allegory, The Magic Flute is arguably Mozart's most popular opera. This thrilling, visually stunning, and epic tale takes the classic story of a prince on a quest to rescue a princess and packs it with deep philosophical themes and marvellous, powerful music that will resonate deeply with you.

The Book of Mormon is a wildly entertaining, award-winning show that is as hilarious as it is heartfelt. Audiences worldwide have been captivated by this production which pushes boundaries whilst delivering laughs and unforgettable performances.

Described as Singin’ in the Rain meets Strangers on a Train, Operation Mincemeat is the high-octane and hilarious musical comedy based on the bizarre true story of how a secret mission that involved dressing up a corpse as a marine helped the Allies win World War II. With a talented cast of only five, packed with fast-paced comedy and rapid-fire songs, this vaudevillian satire has been winning laughs all around in the UK, and now it’s back for a thrilling West End run.

Adapted from Lars von Trier's multi-award-winning 1996 film of the same name, Missy Mazzoli's Breaking the Waves follows a married couple navigating a strange new reality in the wake of the husband's debilitating accident. This hauntingly beautiful story, packed with psychological depth, explores the nature of love and a test of faith, set to a hypnotic and utterly unique score from one of the most influential composers of the modern age.

Places aren't haunted, people are. Witness the horror phenomenon based on Oren Peli's Blumhouse film franchise, now on the stage for the first time. An American couple moves into a haunted house in London, running from their past, and are tormented by terrifying supernatural entities.

Step into the bustling, lively neighbourhood of Harlem, where the women of the community gather at Jaja's braiding salon to have their hair done and share laughter and dreams with the whip-smart, fiercely strong stylists who work there. Written by Jocelyn Bioh and directed by Monique Touko, this clever, funny, and heartwarming play is a celebration of chasing your dreams in a beautiful, diverse, and deeply challenging city while finding solace and strength in community.

Fourteen Again is a dramatic comedy filled with twists and turns, tears and laughter, featuring a book by Tom MacRae (writer of West End smash hit Everybody's Talking About Jamie) and the beloved songs of the late Victoria Wood. Recently divorced and feeling lost, Peggy reconnects with her childhood best friend Lou and wakes up to find herself fourteen again. What would you do if you could relive your past? Find out in this joyful musical filled with humour and heart.

This hilarious pairing of two operettas tell a delightfully chaotic and joyfully absurd story about love and marriage. In The Zoo, a pair of young lovers get engaged, and then in Trial by Fury, we see them going head to head in a courtroom. Filled with wit, romance, and unexpected twists, these rarely performed works come together in tandem to show a rare glimpse at Sullivan's early works. Lovers of Gilbert & Sullivan and newcomers alike will be instantly charmed by the humour, satire, and irresistible sound of this witty double act.

La Traviata is one of the most influential and most performed operas in the world, and Peter Konwitschny's Olivier Award nominated production brings a bold, minimalist take on this classic piece. Witness the heartbreaking love story of Violetta and Alfredo, torn apart by family and duty, forced into an inevitable sacrifice. Startlingly modern and relatable, this production is driven by the characters' emotional truths, set to a score that includes some of Verdi's most recognisable melodies.

British-Lebanese writer Carmen Nasr (Under the Shadow) makes her National Theatre debut with this searing and political new play inspired by true events. A group of London academics find themselves thrown into turmoil when the young Syrian blogger they've been following disappears in Damascus during the Arab Spring. Emily Burns directs this harrowing original play that explores authenticity, political upheaval and identity.

David Nicholls's best-selling novel has broken hearts all over the world with the heartbreaking love story of Em and Dex, who meet up on the same night every year since their first meeting. Written by David Greig with music and lyrics by Abner and Amanda Ramirez (of acclaimed US band Johnnyswim), this dazzling, powerful musical captures all the joy, heartbreak, and unpredictability of the classic story we all know and love, starring musical theatre icons Jamie Muscato and Sharon Rose in the lead roles.

Amidst falling birthrates and the chaos of adulthood, two couples find themselves asking what they truly want out of life, daunted by career ambitions and brunch plans, not to mention the realities of legacy and parenthood. Raw, authentic, and movingly funny, this new play by Scott Elmegreen and Drew Fornarola explores why couples are waiting longer to have kids, or debating whether to have them at all.

Revisit the mid-century glamour and unforgettable heroines of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes in this brand new concert production of the Broadway classic and its iconic film adaptation. Broadway and West End legends Megan Hilty and Rachel Tucker star as Lorelei Lee and Dorothy Shaw, two showgirls who board an ocean liner in search of romance and diamonds. Warren Carlyle directs this wickedly funny and charming show filled with much-loved songs from the musical like "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend", "A Little Girl from Little Rock", and "Bye Bye Baby".

Little Dancer is inspired by the real-life story of Marie van Goethem, the young ballerina who posed for Edgar Degas's famous sculpture, The Little Fourteen-Year-Old Dancer. Directed and choreographed by Broadway legend, two-time Olivier and five-time Tony Award-winner Susan Stroman, this enchanting new musical will star New York City Ballet Principal Dancer, Olivier Award nominee, Emmy Award winner and global ballet superstar, Tiler Peck. After sold-out concert performances last year, get ready to experience the beauty, passion, and joy of Little Dancer's first fully staged production in the UK.

Olivier-nominated director Jaz Woodcock-Stewart (Paradise Now!, Bush Theatre) makes her Globe directorial debut with Shakespeare's rarely performed masterpiece. This is one of Shakespeare's least performed plays but remains a fascinating exploration of the harsh realities of power and politics, in which King John takes the throne after the death of his beloved brother and finds his rule challenged on all sides. 

Experience a classic murder mystery on the spot with Murder, She Didn't Write - an ingenious improvised comedy which returns to London. A huge success with audiences during its Edinburgh Festival Fringe, be a part of your very own Agatha Christie-inspired masterpiece live on stage.

Dirty Dancing returns to the stage with this romantic, funny musical based on the 1987 film starring Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey, in which good girl Frances 'Baby' Houseman falls for working class dance instructor Johnny Castle at the resort where her family is vacationing. This stage adaptation is written by Eleanor Bergstein, the screenwriter of the original film, and brings the iconic chick flick to life with a live band and a company of over 40 performers. Get ready to relive all the romance, drama, and humour of the original film, with all your favourite songs like 'Hungry Eyes', 'Hey Baby, Do You Love Me?', and of course, '(I've Had) The Time of My Life'

Kimberly Belflower's bitingly funny and urgent revisionist take on Arthur Miller's The Crucible follows five high school girls as they study the classic play and navigate sexual politics and gender inequalities in small-town Georgia. After a sold-out Broadway run, this witty play about feminine rage is making its way over to the Royal Court Theatre to bring the Salem Witch Trials to the modern age.

From Olivier and BAFTA award-winner debbie tucker green, a unique voice in modern British theatre, comes a powerful dystopian play about a futuristic world where the state sponsors air conditioning and gives the people free cigarettes in exchange for unquestioning compliance. The Young Vic presents the world premiere of dissent, an explosive new play about humanity's capacity for monstrous behaviour, a powerful piece of drama that explores the darkest sides of human instincts.

Tennessee Williams's rarely performed masterpiece is a haunting story about family, trauma, and truth, in which wealthy widow Violet Venable will do anything to protect her late son Sebastian's reputation, even if it means silencing her niece Catharine, who has an entirely different recollection of the events of Sebastian's death the summer past. Michael Grandage returns to the National Theatre after more than 15 years to direct Emma Corrin and Harriet Walter in this sharp and brutal one-act play that will have you on the edge of your seat throughout the performance.

Bernardine Evaristo's best-selling novel comes to the stage for the first time in this riveting adaptation by Natasha Gordon. Spanning six decades of life from Antigua to modern-day London, Mr Loverman follows seventy-four-year-old Barrington Walker, an upstanding member of his Hackney community who has secretly been having an affair with his best friend Morris for the past sixty years. Danny Sapani stars as the irresistible, charming Barry in this funny, heartwarming, and life-affirming exploration of the British Caribbean community.

The team behind the 2025 production of Three Sisters, Caroline Steinbeis and Rory Mullarkey reunite as director and translator for Chekhov's timeless story of ambition and desire, inspired by Shakespeare's Hamlet. In this outstanding piece of Russian drama, the lives of four individuals intersect on a rural estate when Konstantin Treplev, a brooding young experimental playwright, falls deeply in love with a local ingenue named Nina, who finds herself drawn to Konstantin's mother Arkadina's lover Boris. What follows is a thrilling psychological drama.

Disney's The Lion King is an unparalleled West End theatrical experience, bringing the enchanting world of the African savannah to the stage in a mesmerising spectacle for all ages. Adapted from the 1994 animation film, The Lion King has been selling out to audiences for over two decades.

Based on the beloved 2001 film starring Reese Witherspoon, Legally Blonde is the story of Elle Woods, a bubbly blonde fashionista who decides to enrol at Harvard Law School in an attempt to win back her boyfriend, only to find that she's more talented than she or anyone else around her ever expected. Amber Davies reprises her role as Elle Woods in this feel-good musical adaptation that captures all the heart and humour of the rom-com we know and love, with a soundtrack filled with catchy songs.

With a book, music, and lyrics by Jonathan Larson, Rent follows a group of impoverished artists living in Manhattan's East Village, navigating love and loss, grappling with the realities of poverty, and living with the invisible, inevitable threat of HIV/AIDS. Filled with unforgettable songs such as 'Rent', 'La Vie Boheme', 'Take Me or Leave Me', and 'Seasons of Love', Rent is one of the most beloved pieces of theatre of all time, and now London audiences can experience it all over again.

This new British musical tells an original and moving love story which frames and incorporates the iconic, beloved songs of Grammy and Brit Award-winning singer, songwriter, musician and producer Joan Armatrading, one of Britain's most enduring and distinctive performers. Written by Iman Qureshi and directed by Phyllida Lloyd, Glorious Madness is a bold and romantic musical that's sure to capture your heart.

Emilia Clarke (Game of Thrones) will make her National Theatre debut in this new production of the award-winning play by David Hare, in which former secret agent Susan Traherne struggles to adjust to a mundane life in the aftermath of the Second World War. Former National Theatre Director Richard Eyre directs, marking a celebrated reunion between Eyre and Hare. The play will be staged ahead of its 50th anniversary and Hare's 80th birthday. Don't miss this powerful, harrowing revival that feels deeply resonant with modern Britain.

Return to the Wizarding World in this sweeping, epic sequel to the best-selling Harry Potter series crafted by J K Rowling herself, now reworked into a thrilling one-part production. Nineteen years after the defeat of Voldemort, Harry's son Albus finds himself on a new adventure, filled with twists and turns, time travel, dark magic, and all the wonder and whimsy that first made us fall in love with this beloved story.

Matthew Warchus and Stephen Beresford bring to life the remarkable true story of a group of gay and lesbian activists who allied themselves with miners during the strikes of 1984. Fierce, funny, and moving, Pride tells the story of two threatened communities who came together during a powerful moment in British and queer history, told through a score of original songs inspired by protest anthems, pop, rock, disco and the Welsh choral tradition.

From Young Vic Artistic Director and CEO Nadia Fall (Entertaining Mr Sloane) comes the first UK staging in 20 years of August Wilson’s Gem of the Ocean, a riveting instalment in a decade-by-decade, ten-play chronicle of the African-American experience in the twentieth century. Set in Pittsburgh in 1903, it’s a powerful look at the rich history and spirituality of the African-American people, and a searing exploration of resistance, redemption, and the enduring search for freedom.

One of Britain's most beloved musicals is returning to the West End after ten years. Based on the 2000 film, Billy Elliot the Musical tells the story of a young boy in a northern mining town who dreams of being a ballet dancer. This uplifting, heartwarming story about the transformative power of art and following your dreams features a glorious soundtrack by Elton John, and the much-anticipated 2027 revival will reunite the original creative team, including director Stephen Daldry.

The wildly popular BBC mega-hit series, The Traitors, is coming to the stage for the first time. Studio Lambert and Neal Street Productions will bring to life this clever mix of murder mystery and reality television where a group of contestants compete for a cash prize while trying to weed out the traitors in their midst. The Traitors has captivated audiences worldwide with its unique premise, twists and turns, and nail-biting tension, and we can't wait to see how that translates onstage.

Rising from obscure Whip to Prime Minister in record time, John Major took over from Margaret Thatcher during a pivotal moment for the UK. Three-time Olivier Award winner James Graham explores his story in this bold new political drama directed by Jeremy Herrin, told with Graham's signature wit, nuance, and thoughtfulness when it comes to blending history with powerful storytelling. Don't miss this new political drama that asks a question that feels just as urgent to modern-day Britain: what does true leadership look like during times of change?

Michael Sheen and Callum Scott Howells return to the West End as Salieri and Mozart in Peter Shaffer's drama about ambition, betrayal, and jealousy. Directed by Jeremy Herrin (The Spy Who Can in From the Cold), Amadeus tells the story of court composer Antonio Salieri, who finds himself driven wild with jealousy by the younger prodigy Mozart. A dazzling soundtrack brings the iconic composers' music to life in a timeless story that will have you on the edge of your seat.

Loosely based on the 2017 movie everyone loves, Come Alive! - The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular is a new London attraction situated in a purpose-built big top. With the finest in musical theatre and extraordinary circus skills, this is one for all the family to enjoy!

The immersive and electrifying West End production of Cabaret has captivated London’s theatre scene. Enter the transformed Playhouse Theatre, where you're transported directly into the vibrant and turbulent world of 1930s Berlin.

Ballet lovers and newcomers alike won't want to miss the UK debut of this breath-taking staging of Tchaikovsky's most famous ballet by Chile's acclaimed Ballet de Santiago, coming to the London Coliseum for one week only. Led by the internationally celebrated César Morales, this talented company brings to life the timeless story of a girl cursed to transform into a swan and the prince who's determined to save her with his love. Filled with gorgeous sets, stunning costumes, and jaw-dropping choreography, it's a stunning and passionate take on one of the greatest works in the classical ballet repertoire.

Rebecca Frecknall directs a new staging of Arthur Miller's Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning Death of a Salesman, widely considered one of the greatest American plays. Follow tragic everyman Willy Loman, a despondent salesman losing his grip on reality, on the last day of his life, in a scathing deconstruction of the American Dream. It features a star-studded cast, including Paul Mescal, Monica Dohan, and Tracy Letts in his UK stage acting debut.

Tom Murphy's powerful, harrowing play follows a criminal family of Irish immigrants settled in Coventry, exploring cycles of violence, family and tribal loyalty, and generational brutality that's as inescapable as it is destructive. Paul Mescal stars as Michael Carney in this bold new revival directed by Caitríona McLaughlin, returning to the National Theatre for its exciting, ambitious new season. Don't miss the return of an Irish masterpiece that speaks just as boldly to us as when it was written.

The Phantom of the Opera is a timeless tale of love, obsession, and tragedy set in the glamourous world of the Paris Opera House. With its haunting music from Andrew Lloyd Wbber, opulent sets, and gripping storyline, The Phantom of the Opera has been captivating audiences across the world for over 37 years.

The third-longest-running musical in West End history, Mamma Mia! is an irresistibly joyous musical set to ABBA's timeless hits. The show contains 23 of the biggest ABBA hits, including unforgettable hits like "Dancing Queen", "Waterloo" and the title song "Mamma Mia".

Anton Chekhov's thrilling, keenly observant, and clever comic drama has enchanted audiences and thrilled critics for generations. In this bold new adaptation by Simon Stone (The Lady From the Sea), the story of Nikolai Ivanov, an unhappy government official searching for an escape from the humdrum of a midlife crisis is retold in a modern setting. Chris Pine makes his London stage debut as one of Chekhov's most complicated heroes.

Florian Zeller’s razor-sharp and darkly witty marital comedy about truth, lies, and everything in between comes to the Theatre Royal Haymarket, returning to London with a dizzyingly twisted story filled with adultery and deception. Stephen Mangan, Ardal O’Hanlon, Sarah Hadland and Janie Dee star in this dazzling revival of the Olivier-nominated play, directed by Lindsay Posner, which promises to leave audiences at the edge of their seats.

Don't miss this bold, fresh take on Shakespeare's most famous tragedy by one of Europe's most celebrated theatre-makers: Thomas Ostermeier, who has earned international acclaim for his bold reinterpretations of classic works. James Norton (House of the Dragon) stars as Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, who is charged by his father's ghost to seek revenge on his murderous uncle, in a timeless and powerful revenge tragedy. 

The Great Indaba is inspired by the true story of an extraordinary meeting that took place in South Africa in May 1997 and helped pave the way for the 1998 Good Friday Agreement. Dramatising the encounters between Nelson Mandela and the Northern Irish delegation, it asks the question: How do warring factions overcome years of bloodshed to achieve peace? Find out in this powerful, inspiring new play written by Moira Buffini and directed by Indhu Rubasingham.

Back in London five years after its sold-out run at the National Theatre, Hadestown transports audiences to a realm where love, hope, and redemption collide. The winner of 8 Tony Awards, Hadestown offers a unique fusion of ancient mythology and modern storytelling.

Miss Saigon returns to the Prince Edward Theatre over a decade after it last played in London. Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's epic musical immerses audiences into the last days of the Vietnam War, with the story of a doomed romance between American marine Chris and Vietnamese prostitute Kim, in a harrowing exploration of the horrors of wartime. Filled with unforgettable songs like 'The Heat is On in Saigon' and 'The Movie in My Mind', this sweeping, powerful historical musical has been enchanting audiences for over three decades.

Cherished British comedians Mawaan Rizwan and George Fouracres star as Rosencrantz and Guildenstern in this revival of Tom Stoppard's classic absurdist comedy. Follow the bumbling duo as they wander aimlessly through the background of famous tragedy Hamlet, in a dizzying tale that explores free will, existentialism, and the absurdity of fate with all of Stoppard's signature wit, cleverness, and humour.

As part of the National Theatre's 2027 season comes a new political family drama from Oladipo Agboluaje, tracing a rich but fractured Lagos family across one of the most unsettled stretches of Nigeria's recent past. Directed by Lucian Msamati (Amadeus) and starring three-time Emmy winning actor Uzo Aduba (Orange is the New Black) in her National Theatre debut, this brutal black comedy explores the corruption, power struggles, and changing social hierarchies of post-colonial Nigeria.

Beloved children’s book character Paddington Bear gets his own musical, directed by Luke Sheppard with music by Tom Fletcher. This heart-warming story of a lost bear searching for a home in London has arrived at the Savoy Theatre and is already a hit with audiences of all ages!

Since 1957, West Side Story has been enchanting and enthralling audiences with its heartrending score, unforgettable characters, and modern-day take on Romeo and Juliet, set against a brutal gang war in Manhattan's Upper West Side. Follow the devastating love story of Tony and Maria, told through beloved songs such as 'Maria', 'Tonight', and 'America', and get ready for a timeless story of love and violence that has stood the test of time. Now London audiences get to experience it all over again in this highly anticipated revival co-directed by Marianne Elliott and Miranda Cromwell.