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London Shows playing in July 2027
Theatreland is full of visitors enjoying some of the world's finest West End shows, including plays and musicals, masterpieces of puppetry, delicious romances and terrifying thrillers.
We have jukebox musicals to delight fans of world class bands and singers, performed by talented people so good it's like seeing the real thing live. We have family dramas and quirky comedy, beautiful ballet and classic Shakespeare. And we have plenty of choice for the family and kids.
It's non-stop entertainment in London theatre this summer, whatever you like best. Bring the people you love, have a fabulous time, buy the best value tickets from us and choose the best seats easily with our useful theatre seating plans. It's easy, fun and fast.
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Singin' In The Rain
Sadlers Wells
4.8 36 reviews 4.8 36 reviews Tickets from £15.00Based on the classic 1952 MGM musical comedy starring Gene Kelly and Debbie Reynolds, the joyful, witty musical adaptation of Singin' in the Rain returns to the stage, packed with romance, high-energy choreography, and dazzling set design that will immerse you right into the glamorous world of the Golden Age of Hollywood. Set during the transition from silent film to talkies and featuring a silent film actor forced to adapt, a leading lady with a terrible voice, and a chorus girl who dreams of being a serious actress, Singin' in the Rain will have you bobbing your head along to its irresistible soundtrack.
- Opens: Wednesday, 2 June 2027
Booking until: Saturday, 3 July 2027 - Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Sadlers Wells
- Booking until: Saturday, 3 July 2027
Pride The Musical
The Bridge Theatre
5 5 reviews 5 5 reviews Tickets from £34.00Matthew 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.
- Opens: Thursday, 12 November 2026
Booking until: Saturday, 3 July 2027 - Running time: 2hr 40 min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: The Bridge Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 3 July 2027
Mousetrap
St Martins Theatre
4.5 1298 reviews 4.5 1298 reviews Tickets from £20.00Agatha 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, 17 July 2027
- Running time: 2hr. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: St Martins Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 17 July 2027
Gem of the Ocean
Young Vic
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.
- Opens: Friday, 14 May 2027
Booking until: Saturday, 17 July 2027 - Running time: 2hr 40min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Young Vic
- Booking until: Saturday, 17 July 2027
Showstopper! The Improvised Musical
Cambridge Theatre
4.7 10 reviews 4.7 10 reviews Tickets from £15.00If you enjoy some spontaneous entertainment, grab a ticket for Showstoppers! The Improvised Musical. The multi award-wining show takes suggestions from the audience and turns them into a unique treat for theatregoers.
- Booking until: Monday, 26 July 2027
- Running time: 2hr. Inc. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Cambridge Theatre
- Booking until: Monday, 26 July 2027
Billy Elliot
Adelphi Theatre
4.8 1244 reviews 4.8 1244 reviews Tickets from £35.00One 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.
- Opens: Friday, 12 February 2027
Booking until: Saturday, 31 July 2027
- Playing at: Adelphi Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 31 July 2027
The Traitors - Acts of Betrayal
Gillian Lynne Theatre
Tickets from £30.00The 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.
- Opens: Tuesday, 11 May 2027
Booking until: Saturday, 31 July 2027
- Playing at: Gillian Lynne Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 31 July 2027
Major
Olivier - National Theatre
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?
- Opens: To be announced
Booking until: To be announced
- Playing at: Olivier - National Theatre
- Booking until: To be announced
Amadeus
Noel Coward Theatre
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.
- Opens: Saturday, 17 April 2027
Booking until: Saturday, 7 August 2027 - Starring: Callum Scott Howells, Michael Sheen
- Playing at: Noel Coward Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 7 August 2027
Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular
Empress Museum
4.8 565 reviews 4.8 565 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, 29 August 2027
- Running time: 1hr 40min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Empress Museum
- Booking until: Sunday, 29 August 2027
Matilda The Musical
Cambridge Theatre
4.7 1592 reviews 4.7 1592 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, 5 September 2027
- Running time: 2hr 35min. Incl. 1 Intermission.
- Playing at: Cambridge Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 5 September 2027
Cabaret
Kit Kat Club at the Playhouse
4.7 399 reviews 4.7 399 reviews Tickets from £34.15The 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, 18 September 2027
- Running time: 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Kit Kat Club at the Playhouse
- Booking until: Saturday, 18 September 2027
Witness for the Prosecution by Agatha Christie
London County Hall
4.8 427 reviews 4.8 427 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, 19 September 2027
- Running time: 2hr 20min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: London County Hall
- Booking until: Sunday, 19 September 2027
The Devil Wears Prada
Dominion Theatre
4.7 964 reviews 4.7 964 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, 25 September 2027
- Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Starring: Vanessa Williams
- Playing at: Dominion Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 25 September 2027
Death of a Salesman
Lyttelton - National Theatre
4.7 31 reviews 4.7 31 reviews Tickets from £209.50Rebecca 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.
- Opens: To be announced
Booking until: To be announced - Starring: Sharon D Clarke, Wendell Pierce
- Playing at: Lyttelton - National Theatre
- Booking until: To be announced
A Whistle in the Dark
Lyttelton - National Theatre
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.
- Opens: To be announced
Booking until: To be announced
- Playing at: Lyttelton - National Theatre
- Booking until: To be announced
Les Miserables
Sondheim Theatre
4.9 3400 reviews 4.9 3400 reviews Tickets from £24.00Les 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, 2 October 2027
- Running time: 2hr 50min. Incl. 15min interval.
- Playing at: Sondheim Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 2 October 2027
Phantom of the Opera
His Majesty's Theatre
4.8 4374 reviews 4.8 4374 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, 2 October 2027
- Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 20min interval.
- Playing at: His Majesty's Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 2 October 2027
Mamma Mia!
Novello Theatre
4.8 5465 reviews 4.8 5465 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, 2 October 2027
- Running time: 2hr 35min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Novello Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 2 October 2027
Hamilton
Victoria Palace
4.7 1374 reviews 4.7 1374 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, 2 October 2027
- Running time: 2hr 45min. Incl. 15min interval.
- Playing at: Victoria Palace
- Booking until: Saturday, 2 October 2027
Ivanov
The Bridge Theatre
1 1 review 1 1 review Tickets from £35.00Anton 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
The Truth
Theatre Royal Haymarket
4.7 95 reviews 4.7 95 reviews Tickets from £19.00Florian 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.
- Opens: Thursday, 29 July 2027
Booking until: Saturday, 16 October 2027 - Running time: 1hr 30min.
- Starring: Stephen Mangan, Sarah Hadland, Ardal O'Hanlon, Janie Dee
- Playing at: Theatre Royal Haymarket
- Booking until: Saturday, 16 October 2027
SIX
Vaudeville Theatre
4.7 537 reviews 4.7 537 reviews Tickets from £34.50SIX 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, 28 November 2027
- Running time: 1hr 20min. No interval.
- Playing at: Vaudeville Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 28 November 2027
Hadestown
Lyric Theatre
4.7 306 reviews 4.7 306 reviews Tickets from £30.00Back 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.
- Booking until: Sunday, 12 December 2027
- Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Lyric Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 12 December 2027
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience
President Hotel
4.7 462 reviews 4.7 462 reviews Tickets from £55.00Faulty Towers The Dining Experience debuted in Brisbane back in 1997 and is now a huge success across the world, including here in London. Enjoy the antics of Basil, Sybil and Manuel in a 2 hour interactive production whilst tucking into a 3-course lunch or dinner.
- Booking until: Sunday, 19 December 2027
- Running time: 2hr.
- Playing at: President Hotel
- Booking until: Sunday, 19 December 2027
Magic Mike Live!
London Hippodrome
4.9 42 reviews 4.9 42 reviews Tickets from £39.00This 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, 2 January 2028
- Running time: 1hr 30min. No interval.
- Playing at: London Hippodrome
- Booking until: Sunday, 2 January 2028
Miss Saigon
Prince Edward Theatre
4.7 433 reviews 4.7 433 reviews Tickets from £24.00Miss 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.
- Opens: Thursday, 13 May 2027
Booking until: Saturday, 8 January 2028 - Running time: 2hr 40min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Prince Edward Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 8 January 2028
The Play That Goes Wrong
Duchess Theatre
4.7 2207 reviews 4.7 2207 reviews Tickets from £15.00The 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, 30 January 2028
- Running time: 2hr. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Duchess Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 30 January 2028
Paddington: The Musical
Savoy Theatre
4.9 181 reviews 4.9 181 reviews Tickets from £29.00Beloved 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, 13 February 2028
- Running time: 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 Interval.
- Playing at: Savoy Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 13 February 2028
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