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London Shows in 2027
Don't miss out on the best London shows and stay up-to-date with the latest openings. Discover all the new musicals coming to London in one place. Updated daily, our comprehensive guide to the best shows in 2027 is organised into useful categories to suit everyone's interests. Whether you're looking to see the latest star-studded musical, watch a gripping play, or share the magic of theatre with your family, this guide is your ultimate resource for what's playing in West End theatres in 2027.
New London Shows in 2027
Explore the best new London shows opening in 2027 with our comprehensive selection. This shortlist will help you navigate the exciting array of the latest theatrical offerings, ensuring you don't miss the perfect show. Stay informed about the latest productions hitting London theatres and make the most of your theatre experience in 2027.
London Musicals in 2027
If you're unsure on which musical you'd like to see, our overview to the best London musicals in 2027 will help you make that choice. Whether you're drawn to classic revivals, contemporary hits, or star-studded extravaganzas, you'll find all of the information you need to choose the perfect musical for your next theatre outing.
London Plays in 2027
Browse the latest plays hitting the London stage in 2027 and experience the very best that London Theatreland has to offer. Our theatre experts and critics have selected the most anticipated productions, from gripping dramas to thought-provoking comedies. Don't miss out on the chance to attend standout performances and innovative new works that define London's vibrant theatre scene.
London Family Shows in 2027
Share the magic of theatre with your family by exploring the latest family & kids friendly shows on the London stage in 2027. Our carefully selected list highlights the exciting productions, ensuring there's something for audiences of all ages. Discover heartwarming stories, spectacular performances, and special effects that will create lasting memories.
All London Shows in 2027
Mousetrap
St Martins Theatre
4.5 1251 reviews 4.5 1251 reviews Tickets from £30.00Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap is the ultimate classic whodunit that has kept audiences on the edge of their seats for decades with its suspenseful plot and surprising twists. Experience the thrill of live mystery and see why this record-breaking play remains a timeless masterpiece of London's theatre scene.
- Booking until: Saturday, 2 January 2027
- Running time: 2hr. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: St Martins Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 2 January 2027
Wicked
Apollo Victoria Theatre
4.7 6046 reviews 4.7 6046 reviews Tickets from £27.00Now in the 10th longest-running West End stage production in British history, Wicked is the multi-award winning musical based on the 1995 Gregory Maguire novel, Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West. Dubbed Best Musical of the Decade by Entertainment Weekly, Wicked continues to be one of the West End's most popular family musicals.
- Booking until: Sunday, 3 January 2027
- Running time: 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Apollo Victoria Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 3 January 2027
Magic Mike Live!
London Hippodrome
4.9 36 reviews 4.9 36 reviews Tickets from £47.00This sizzling, sexy dance production inspired by the hit Magic Mike film franchise starring Channing Tatum is the perfect show for a girls' night. Step into mythical Club Domina, a purpose-built venue in London's Hippodrome Casino, where you'll experience a group of talented, attractive artists perform a thrilling variety of 360-degree dance and acrobatic feats combined with one-of-a-kind acts.
- Booking until: Sunday, 3 January 2027
- Running time: 1hr 30min. No interval.
- Playing at: London Hippodrome
- Booking until: Sunday, 3 January 2027
Matilda The Musical
Cambridge Theatre
4.7 1477 reviews 4.7 1477 reviews Tickets from £24.00Matilda The Musical takes audiences of all ages on an unforgettable journey filled with laughter, heart, and the inspiring tale of a courageous little girl with extraordinary powers. The show has won over 100 international awards since it opened in London in 2011.
- Booking until: Sunday, 17 January 2027
- Running time: 2hr 35min. Incl. 1 Intermission.
- Playing at: Cambridge Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 17 January 2027
Cabaret
Kit Kat Club at the Playhouse
4.7 276 reviews 4.7 276 reviews Tickets from £37.00The 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.
- Booking until: Saturday, 30 January 2027
- Running time: 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Kit Kat Club at the Playhouse
- Booking until: Saturday, 30 January 2027
The Play That Goes Wrong
Duchess Theatre
4.7 2141 reviews 4.7 2141 reviews Tickets from £24.00The Play That Goes Wrong is an unmissable comedy, delivering laugh-out-loud moments as a fictional theatre company attempt to perform a murder mystery production collapses. Known for its brilliantly timed physical humour and unexpected mishaps, The Play That Goes Wrong is the longest-running comedy in the West End for a reason!
- Booking until: Sunday, 31 January 2027
- Running time: 2hr. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Duchess Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 31 January 2027
SIX
Vaudeville Theatre
4.8 479 reviews 4.8 479 reviews Tickets from £41.00SIX reinvents history with a fresh twist, giving the six wives of Henry VIII the spotlight to finally share their own stories. With catchy, empowering songs and electrifying choreography - this show is executed in a fierce pop concert that has captivated audiences worldwide.
- Booking until: Sunday, 31 January 2027
- Running time: 1hr 20min. No interval.
- Playing at: Vaudeville Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 31 January 2027
Burlesque the Musical
The Arts at Marble Arch
4.7 23 reviews 4.7 23 reviews Tickets from £32.00This bold, electrifying musical is based on the beloved 2010 film starring Christina Aguilera and Cher, adapted for the stage by Steven Antin in collaboration with Christina Aguilera. Step into a seductive underground world filled with sequins, shimmer, and feather boas, where newcomer Ali will discover her voice and an unexpected found family in the heart of a glamorous nightclub. Get ready for a story of glitz, grit, and heart, featuring music by pop icons like Christina Aguilera, Sia, Diane Warren, Todrick Hall and Jess Folley.
- Opens: Saturday, 12 September 2026
Booking until: Sunday, 31 January 2027 - Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: The Arts at Marble Arch
- Booking until: Sunday, 31 January 2027
The Jungle Book
Olivier - National Theatre
Tickets from £30.00Olivier 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.
- Opens: Friday, 13 November 2026
Booking until: Saturday, 6 February 2027 - Starring: Hiran Abeysekera
- Playing at: Olivier - National Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 6 February 2027
The Devil Wears Prada
Dominion Theatre
4.7 637 reviews 4.7 637 reviews Tickets from £24.00Based on Lauren Weisberger's best-selling 2003 novel and the 2006 blockbuster film, The Devil Wears Prada features an all-star, award-winning creative team including Elton John and Jerry Mitchell. Experience this fabulous musical for yourself in the West End!
- Booking until: Saturday, 6 February 2027
- Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Starring: Vanessa Williams
- Playing at: Dominion Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 6 February 2027
Bill Bailey: Vaudevillean
Theatre Royal Haymarket
Tickets from £21.00Award-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.
- Opens: Wednesday, 16 December 2026
Booking until: Saturday, 6 February 2027 - Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. Interval.
- Playing at: Theatre Royal Haymarket
- Booking until: Saturday, 6 February 2027
Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular
Empress Museum
4.8 424 reviews 4.8 424 reviews Tickets from £58.00Loosely 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!
- Booking until: Sunday, 14 February 2027
- Running time: 1hr 40min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Empress Museum
- Booking until: Sunday, 14 February 2027
Les Miserables
Sondheim Theatre
4.9 3246 reviews 4.9 3246 reviews Tickets from £30.00Les Misérables has retained its crown as the longest-running musical in the West End for nearly 40 years. Over 130 million people worldwide have been captivated by this timeless tale of love, sacrifice, and redemption. This is a must-see on your plans when you visit London.
- Booking until: Saturday, 13 March 2027
- Running time: 2hr 50min. Incl. 15min interval.
- Playing at: Sondheim Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 13 March 2027
Phantom of the Opera
His Majesty's Theatre
4.8 4260 reviews 4.8 4260 reviews Tickets from £30.00The 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.
- Booking until: Saturday, 13 March 2027
- Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 20min interval.
- Playing at: His Majesty's Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 13 March 2027
Mamma Mia!
Novello Theatre
4.8 5309 reviews 4.8 5309 reviews Tickets from £18.00The 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".
- Booking until: Saturday, 13 March 2027
- Running time: 2hr 35min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Novello Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 13 March 2027
Hamilton
Victoria Palace
4.7 1209 reviews 4.7 1209 reviews Tickets from £24.00The award-winning and record-breaking Hamilton is delighting audiences at the Victoria Palace Theatre. Now in its eighth year, this is a hugely popular musical based on America's founding father Alexander Hamilton's life with a book, music, and lyrics written by musical theatre icon Lin-Manuel Miranda.
- Booking until: Saturday, 13 March 2027
- Running time: 2hr 45min. Incl. 15min interval.
- Playing at: Victoria Palace
- Booking until: Saturday, 13 March 2027
Oliver!
Gielgud Theatre
4.9 360 reviews 4.9 360 reviews Tickets from £24.00Lionel Burt's timeless musical Oliver! is making a triumphant return to the West End this Winter. Bringing Dickens’ classic tale and its unforgettable songs back to life, audiences can look forward to a fresh revival of this timeless story from Cameron Mackintosh and Matthew Bourne. It'll leave you asking for more!
- Booking until: Sunday, 14 March 2027
- Running time: 2hr 40min. Incl. interval.
- Starring: Simon Lipkin
- Playing at: Gielgud Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 14 March 2027
Dirty Dancing
Capital Theatre
4.7 861 reviews 4.7 861 reviews Tickets from £102.00Don't miss the electrifying Dirty Dancing musical coming to the new Capital Theatre in London in 2026, where the iconic story of Baby and Johnny comes to life like never before. With breathtaking choreography, unforgettable hits like "(I've Had) The Time of My Life," and a fresh take on the classic tale, this production promises an experience that will leave you on your feet.
- Opens: Friday, 16 October 2026
Booking until: Sunday, 21 March 2027 - Running time: 2hr 20min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Capital Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 21 March 2027
Sinatra the Musical
Aldwych Theatre
Tickets from £36.00Sinatra tickets on sale today. This brand new musical about the life and musical legacy of the legendary Frank Sinatra is coming to the Aldwych Theatre in summer 2026, written by Joe DiPietro and directed and choreographed by Kathleen Marshall. This powerful, inspiring account of Sinatra's struggles, love affairs, and rise to glory features over 20 of his most beloved hits, including "That's Life", "One For My Baby", "The Best Is Yet To Come", and "Come Fly With Me".
- Opens: Wednesday, 3 June 2026
Booking until: Thursday, 15 April 2027 - Starring: Joel Harper Jackson
- Playing at: Aldwych Theatre
- Booking until: Thursday, 15 April 2027
Beetlejuice The Musical
Prince Edward Theatre
Tickets from £24.00Wacky ghosts, madcap hijinks, a haunted house - step into the musical adaptation of Tim Burton's 1988 classic, where goth girl Lydia Deetz moves with her family into a house haunted by a recently deceased couple and the terrifyingly funny poltergeist Beetlejuice, all determined to scare off the newcomers. After a wildly successful Broadway run, Beetlejuice: The Musical arrives to haunt the West End with an unforgettably charming story, eccentric characters, and an irresistible soundtrack.
- Opens: Wednesday, 20 May 2026
Booking until: Saturday, 17 April 2027 - Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval
- Playing at: Prince Edward Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 17 April 2027
Witness for the Prosecution by Agatha Christie
London County Hall
4.7 297 reviews 4.7 297 reviews Tickets from £19.00Step into London’s historic County Hall for Witness for the Prosecution, where Agatha Christie’s gripping courtroom drama unfolds in an unforgettable, immersive setting. This acclaimed production brings you up close to the suspense as shocking twists keep you guessing right until the final verdict.
- Booking until: Sunday, 25 April 2027
- Running time: 2hr 20min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: London County Hall
- Booking until: Sunday, 25 April 2027
Paddington: The Musical
Savoy Theatre
4.9 99 reviews 4.9 99 reviews Tickets from £42.00Beloved 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!
- Booking until: Sunday, 30 May 2027
- Playing at: Savoy Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 30 May 2027
Ivanov
The Bridge Theatre
Tickets from £30.00Anton 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.
- Opens: Tuesday, 27 July 2027
Booking until: Saturday, 16 October 2027 - Starring: Chris Pine
- Playing at: The Bridge Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 16 October 2027
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