Best New London Shows

Praised as a ‘pitch-perfect musical' by The Times, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry transfers to the West-End after a sold-out run at the Chichester Festival Theatre. Mark Addy stars as unlikely hero Harold Fry as he sets off on a remarkable, hopeful journey through the English countryside, set to music by beloved indie musician Passenger.

The beloved musical comedy featuring puppets and human actors is returning to the West End after two decades. The winner of multiple Tony Awards, with music and lyrics by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx and a book by Jeff Whitty, Avenue Q has been delighting audiences with its unique concept, catchy songs, and loveable characters since it first premiered in 2006, and now London audiences get to experience this quirky, charming story once again.

Robert Icke directs Sadie Sink (Stranger Things, The Whale) and Noah Jupe (Hamnet, A Quiet Place) in their West End debuts as Romeo and Juliet comes to life at the Harold Pinter Theatre. Shakespeare's timeless story of family feuds and forbidden love will receive a sparkling new adaptation on the London stage in March 2026 in a highly anticipated theatrical experience that will enchant and enthrall audiences and critics alike.

Cynthia Erivo returns to the West End stage in this one-of-a-kind adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula by Kip Williams: intoxicating, sexy, and utterly outrageous. Erivo plays all 23 roles in this dizzying, electrifying one-woman-show that combines film and cinema in a genre-defying blend, bringing a fresh take on the classic story of the ancient and terrifying vampire who leaves his castle in Transylvania to torment London.

The beloved British musical comes home after strutting its way across the UK on a sell-out tour in 2025! Starring Strictly Come Dancing’s Johannes Radebe and featuring music and lyrics by pop icon Cyndi Lauper, this story of the unlikely team-up between a shoemaker and a drag queen is sure to leave a smile on your face.

Sinatra 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".

Wacky 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.

Don't miss the party of the year with Cole Porter's much-loved musical comedy in this sparkling revival directed by Rachel Kavanaugh. A witty, laugh-out-loud that pokes fun at Oyster Bay high society, this musical takes you right into the wedding preparation for the latest nuptials of pretentious socialite Tracy Lord, which quickly descend into chaos with the arrival of her ex-husband. High Society stars Call the Midwife's Helen George and Anything Goes's Felicity Kendal and features many of Porter's classic songs such as 'Just One Of Those Things', 'Let's Misbehave', 'I Love Paris', 'Who Wants To Be a Millionaire?', and more.

For seven weeks only, Andrew Lloyd Webber's timeless, iconic musical about the life and times of a very special group of cats will be coming to Regent's Park Open Air Theatre before heading on a UK-wide tour. Don't miss the revival of this magical, memorable musical filled with colourful characters and unforgettable songs, returning to London after a decade.