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Best Musicals in London

Best Musicals in London
London Box Office Editorial Team
by London Box Office Editorial Team,
Last updated on 02 February 2026

No trip to London is complete without experiencing the magic of watching a West End musical.

London has been home to musicals since the 1650s. Whether you're a devoted theatre fan who visits often or this is your first time in the city, choosing the perfect show can be overwhelming. Don't worry, our thoughtfully curated guide is here to assist you in making a decision! Whether you want to get swept away in the revolutionary saga of Les Misérables or go back in time with Back to the Future the Musical, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

1.

The Lion King

Witness the jaw-dropping puppetry and unforgettable music of the beloved Disney classic

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4.8 7738 reviews 4.8 7738 reviews Tickets from £39.00

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.

The Disney classic comes to life in a spectacle of jaw-dropping puppetry, unforgettable music, and a beloved story about courage and belonging.

2.

The Devil Wears Prada

The witty and oh-so-fashionable adaptation of the iconic film, starring Vanessa Williams

4.7 547 reviews 4.7 547 reviews Tickets from £25.00

Based 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!

Vanessa Williams stars in this witty adaptation of the iconic 2006 film, featuring songs by Elton John.

3.

Hamilton

Lin Manuel Miranda's revolutionary musical that puts a hip-hop spin on American history

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4.7 1147 reviews 4.7 1147 reviews Tickets from £23.00

The 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.

Don’t throw away your shot to see Lin Manuel Miranda’s hip-hop musical about American founding father Alexander Hamilton.

4.

Mamma Mia!

The beloved, charming musical featuring an unforgettable soundtrack of ABBA's timeless hits

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4.8 5230 reviews 4.8 5230 reviews Tickets from £18.00

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".

Here we go again! Mamma Mia enters its 25 th year of charming audiences with its unforgettable soundtrack of ABBA songs.

5.

ABBA Voyage

Get up close and personal with ABBA in this ground-breaking immersive experience

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4.9 1006 reviews 4.9 1006 reviews Tickets from £48.00

Step into the world of ABBA like never before with ABBA Voyage, a revolutionary blend of live performance and cutting-edge technology. Described as 'ground-breaking' by Metro, ABBA Voyage is one of the most popular immersive experiences London has to offer.

ABBA's soaring discography comes to life in this ground-breaking immersive experience, featuring a blend of live performance and cutting-edge technology.

6.

Back to The Future the Musical

An electrifying, mind-boggling musical take on the hit sci-fi classic

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4.8 1557 reviews 4.8 1557 reviews Tickets from £20.00

Love the Back To The Future movie made popular in the 1980s? See it on the stage in a spectacular award-winning stage musical with a book by Bob Gale, and a musical score by the Emmy and Grammy Award-winning Alex Silvestri and six-time Grammy Award-winner Glen Ballard in the heart of the West End.

Hop into your DeLorean and return to the eighties as this sci-fi classic hits the West End stage.

7.

The Book of Mormon

Religious satire, outrageous comedy, and boundary-pushing jokes from the writers of South Park

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4.8 5644 reviews 4.8 5644 reviews Tickets from £15.00

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.

The writers behind South Park bring you their classic brand of boundary-pushing humour in this award-winning comedy.

8.

Les Miserables

A timeless story of love, sacrifice, and revolution that has become the West End's longest running musical

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4.9 3201 reviews 4.9 3201 reviews Tickets from £29.00

Les 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.

Don’t miss the West End’s longest running musical, Victor Hugo’s timeless story of love, sacrifice, and revolution.

9.

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Step into the romance and splendour of Bohemian Paris in this dazzling adaptation of Baz Luhrman's iconic film

4.9 1625 reviews 4.9 1625 reviews Tickets from £24.00

Inspired by the 2001 film by Baz Luhrmann that starred Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor; passion, romance and spectacle collide in the dazzling extravaganza, Moulin Rouge The Musical! With its electrifying performances, extravagant costumes, and memorable score, Moulin Rouge! The Musical is a breathtaking celebration of love and the transformative power of art.

Witness the romance and splendour of Bohemian Paris in this musical inspired by Baz Luhrman’s 2001 film.

10.

Phantom of the Opera

Andrew Lloyd Webber's timeless and unforgettable story of obsession, desire, and tragedy

4.8 4225 reviews 4.8 4225 reviews Tickets from £28.00

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.

Don’t miss Andrew Lloyd Webber’s timeless story of tragedy and obsession,filled with gorgeous sets and unforgettable songs.

11.

MJ the Musical

A powerful tribute to the life and legacy of Michael Jackson, featuring some of his greatest hits

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4.8 1670 reviews 4.8 1670 reviews Tickets from £66.00

The 10-time Tony Award-winning Broadway musical is now in the West End! Stacked with classic Jackson chart toppers, MJ The Musical will allow audiences to experience the magic and unparalleled talent and influence of one of the most popular entertainers of all time!

The Tony award-winning Broadway musical comes to the West End in this celebration of Michael Jackson’s greatest hits.

12.

Titanique

The outrageous, tongue-in-cheek parody of Titanic narrated by Celine Dion herself

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4.6 104 reviews 4.6 104 reviews Tickets from £25.00

What do you get when Céline Dion’s music clashes with the 11-time Oscar-winning movie Titanic? Meet TITANÍQUE, a jukebox musical transforming one of the greatest love stories of all time into a hysterically funny, utterly outrageous slay-fest.

Don't miss this Olivier-nominated tongue-in-cheek parody of Titanic, featuring songs by Céline Dion.

13.

Oliver!

The beloved musical based on Charles Dickens' classic Victorian tale

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4.9 313 reviews 4.9 313 reviews Tickets from £24.00

Lionel 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!

Cameron Mackintosh directs the latest adaptation of the beloved musical based on the timeless novel by Charles Dickens.

14.

Matilda The Musical

Roald Dahl's beloved story about an extraordinary little girl comes to the stage in all its charm and magic

4.7 1448 reviews 4.7 1448 reviews Tickets from £24.00

Matilda 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.

Roald Dahl’s classic story of a clever girl with extraordinary powers comes to life in this musical for all ages.

15.

Wicked

Witness the captivating and untold story of the iconic Wicked Witch of the West

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4.7 6011 reviews 4.7 6011 reviews Tickets from £28.00

Now 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.

Catch the West End’s tenth longest-running musical: the untold story of the Wizard of Oz’s iconic Wicked Witch of the West.

16.

Disney's Hercules Musical

Relive all your favourite songs and characters in this adaptation of the beloved Disney classic

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4.7 175 reviews 4.7 175 reviews Tickets from £35.00

Disney’s Hercules is brought to life on the West End stage in an exciting new musical adaptation, inspired by the beloved animated film and rooted in ancient Greek mythology. With its larger-than-life energy, humour, and heart, this spectacular show is sure to win over gods and mortals alike.

Don't miss this adaptation of the Disney animated classic about the rise of a mythical hero, full of beloved songs and characters.

17.

SIX

A sassy, empowering musical where Henry VIII's wives reclaim their stories through song

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4.8 459 reviews 4.8 459 reviews Tickets from £41.00

SIX 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.

Divorced, beheaded, live! In this sassy, empowering musical, Henry VIII's six wives reclaim their stories through unforgettable songs.

18.

Hadestown

Greek mythology gets a modern makeover in this story of love and hope

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4.7 190 reviews 4.7 190 reviews Tickets from £30.00

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.

Come way down to Hadestown, where Greek mythology gets a modern spin in this story of love and hope.

19.

Starlight Express

Andrew Lloyd Webber's unique and quirky musical, performed entirely on roller skates

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4.8 219 reviews 4.8 219 reviews Tickets from £33.00

Andrew Lloyd Webber's legendary musical is back in London for the first time in 40 years! Starlight Express is one of the most thrilling live shows with its unique combination of roller-skating stunts and high-energy performances. Its imaginative story of train engines with distinct personalities captivates audiences of all ages.

Andrew Lloyd Webber's unique musical, performed entirely on roller skates, returns to London after forty years.

20.

Paddington: The Musical

Britain's favourite bear makes his West End debut in this whimsical, heartwarming musical

4.9 55 reviews 4.9 55 reviews Tickets from £54.00

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!

Britain’s favourite bear will make his West End debut in the premiere of Paddington: The Musical.

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