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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 04 December 2025

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.

Disney's The Lion King

A roarsome adaptation adored by audiences for nearly 3 decades!

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4.8 7680 reviews 4.8 7680 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

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4.7 496 reviews 4.7 496 reviews Tickets from £30.00

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.

MJ the Musical

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4.8 1601 reviews 4.8 1601 reviews Tickets from £25.00

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.

4.

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film hits the stage

4.9 1585 reviews 4.9 1585 reviews Tickets from £23.00

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.

5.

Starlight Express

An award-winning spectacle for audiences of all ages!

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4.8 200 reviews 4.8 200 reviews Tickets from £20.00

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.

6.

Hamilton

Revolutionary smash-hit musical!

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4.7 1078 reviews 4.7 1078 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.

7.

The Phantom of the Opera

Dive into the drama of this historic West End musical!

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4.8 4182 reviews 4.8 4182 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.

8.

Les Miserables

The epic musical that stirs the soul!

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4.9 3151 reviews 4.9 3151 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.

Back To the Future The Musical

An electrifying ride back in time

4.8 1512 reviews 4.8 1512 reviews Tickets from £23.00

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.

10.

The Book of Mormon

The laugh a minute show!

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4.8 5607 reviews 4.8 5607 reviews Tickets from £23.00

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.

11.

Hadestown

Tony Award-winning musical arrives back in London!

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4.7 179 reviews 4.7 179 reviews Tickets from £24.00

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.

12.

Mamma Mia!

The ultimate night of your life!

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4.8 5183 reviews 4.8 5183 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.

13.

Wicked the Musical

The captivating untold story of the Witches of Oz!

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4.7 5998 reviews 4.7 5998 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.

14.

Oliver!

The all-time classic returns to the West End stage!

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4.9 280 reviews 4.9 280 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.

15.

SIX

Reclaim history with this empowering musical!

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4.8 451 reviews 4.8 451 reviews Tickets from £34.50

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.

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