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Best New London Shows
Last updated on 10 January 2025
London’s West End is buzzing with incredible new shows that you won’t want to miss! The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical brings Rick Riordan's beloved books to life with a thrilling mix of rock music and mythical adventure, now playing at The Other Palace.
Over at the National Theatre, Ballet Shoes is a heartwarming adaptation of Noel Streatfeild’s classic novel, celebrating dreams, resilience, and the magic of storytelling. And at the iconic London Palladium, the much-loved pantomime returns with a fresh twist—Robin Hood, featuring a star-studded cast, promises all the festive fun, laughter, and dazzling performances you'd expect from this holiday tradition. There's something for everyone in our guide to the best New Shows in London.
1. Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake - Breaking boundaries for over 30 years!
Experience the timeless beauty of classical ballet reimagined in Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake.
This groundbreaking production combines breathtaking choreography, compelling drama, and a bold twist with an all-male ensemble of swans. It has been breaking boundaries for over 30 years and it's back on the London stage for a limited run.
- Playing at: Sadlers Wells
- Booking until: Sunday, 26 January 2025
2. The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical - New musical based on the beloved book series.
Based on the best-selling books by Rick Riordan, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical makes its London debut.
With a dazzling original rock score and an action-packed mythical adventure, this captivating new musical is a must-see for audiences of all ages!
- Playing at: The Other Palace
- Booking until: Sunday, 31 August 2025
3. Ballet Shoes: Noel Streatfeild's beloved novel adapted for the stage this festive season.
Noel Streatfeild’s beloved novel is brought to life on stage for the first time in a charming new production at the National Theatre.
Ballet Shoes is a heartwarming tale that celebrates dreams, resilience, and the power of storytelling.
- Playing at: Olivier Theatre (National Theatre)
- Booking until: Saturday, 22 February 2025
4. Unicorn - Mike Bartlett's new play makes West End premiere in 2025.
Experience a bold, humourous and thought-provoking explorationof a seemingly perfect marriage with Mike Bartlett's new play, Unicorn.
Nicola Walker, Stephen Mangan and Erin Doherty stars in the limited run at the Garrick Theatre.
- Playing at: Garrick Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 26 April 2025
5. Cirque du Soleil's Corteo - A breathtaking new production heads to London.
The iconic Royal Albert Hall is being transformed to host Cirque du Soleil's Corteo.
Step into a magical world of humour, wonder, and spontaneity, set in a captivating realm between heaven and earth. Only on for a limited time!
- Playing at: Royal Albert Hall
- Booking until: Sunday, 2 March 2025
6. Clueless The Musical - A new musical based on the iconic 90s movie heads to the West End.
Adapted from the iconic Paramount Pictures film, Clueless The Musical heads to the West End from February 2025! Giving Jane Austen's Emma a modern twist, audiences can expect a hilarious, nostalgic and high-energy trip back to the 90s.
- Playing at: Trafalgar Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 14 June 2025
7. The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe - The enchanting world of Narnia returns to London.
Step into the enchanting world of Narnia and witness the epic battle of good versus evil in the spectacular stage adaptation of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe.
This critically acclaimed production returns to London as part of a UK tour, bringing C.S. Lewis’s beloved classic to life with stunning visuals and unforgettable performances.
- Playing at: Sadlers Wells
- Booking until: Sunday, 7 September 2025
8. Evita - Timeless new revival heads to the West End.
Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's timeless musical is being revived at the London Palladium this summer by award-winning director Jamie Lloyd.
With its unforgettable score, including classics like "Don't Cry for Me Argentina," and a story of ambition, love, and power, this production promises to captivate audiences anew.
- Playing at: London Palladium
- Booking until: Saturday, 6 September 2025
9. Manhunt - A new play inspired by the biggest manhunt in history.
Inspired by the biggest manhunt in UK history, award-winning writer and director Robert Icke provides a chilling portrait of a man on the run in a new play debuting this year at the Royal Court Theatre.
- Playing at: Royal Court Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 3 May 2025
10. Bat Out of Hell The Musical - Get ready to rock with the ultimate theatrical thrill ride!
Featuring the iconic hits of Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf, this high-octane production is a feast for the senses, packed with spectacular staging and heart-pounding energy.
Bat Out Of Hell is heading back to London as part of a UK tour in 2025!
- Playing at: Peacock Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 7 June 2025
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