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Best Plays in London
What do you do if you’re in London for a short time and don’t know which play to catch? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
London offers a dizzying array of options for theatre, whether you’re in the mood for something laugh-out-loud funny like The Play That Goes Wrong or a thrilling mystery like The Mousetrap or something for the whole family like Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
The Mousetrap
30,000 performances and counting for this iconic whodunnit!
The Mousetrap is the longest running play on the West End - based on the captivating whodunit by Agatha Christie, this murder mystery will have you on the edge of your seat all the way until its shocking twist ending.
- Playing at: St Martins Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 21 March 2026
Giant
The multi Olivier Award-winning production transfers to the West End.
Starring the celebrated and Olivier Award-winning actor John Lithgow, Giant heads to the West End following its critically acclaimed run at the Royal Court Theatre this April.
Written by Mark Rosenblatt and directed by Nicholas Hytner, Giant presents a powerful portrayal of a pivotal afternoon in the life of celebrated author Roald Dahl.
- Playing at: Harold Pinter Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 2 August 2025
The Play That Goes Wrong
10 years and counting for this disasterly delight!
The Play That Goes Wrong follows an amateur theatre company attempting to put on a murder mystery….
And failing miserable as all manner of things go long. This riotously funny comedy of errors is sure to leave you in peals of laughter.
- Playing at: Duchess Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 30 August 2026
The Comedy About Spies
New show from Mischief Comedy makes West End debut
Hilarious mayhem ensues in this 1960s spy escapade full of mistaken identities, miscommunication, and missions gone wrong as the world’s worst spies land in London in search of a top-secret weapon.
- Playing at: Noel Coward Theatre
- Booking until: Friday, 5 September 2025
Harry Potter And The Cursed Child
See the magic continue!
Spell-binding and enchanting, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is the sequel to J.K.
Rowling’s beloved, best-selling book series, picking up nineteen years later with the story of Harry’s son, and filled with spectacular sets and effects that truly bring the magic of the wizarding world to life.
- Playing at: Palace Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 15 February 2026
Stranger Things: The First Shadow
Perfect for fans of the hit Netflix series
As we countdown to the final season of the hit Netflix series later this year, Stranger Things: The First Shadows is a thrilling extension to the story - set years before everything unfolds.
The production which has already snapped up multiple awards and a Broadway transfer captures a brilliant sense of mystery and supernatural intrigue which is aided by a detailed set and video design resulting in an awe-inspiring production.
- Playing at: Phoenix Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 9 November 2025
My Neighbour Totoro
A multi Olivier Award-winning production for all ages!
The Studio Ghibli classic comes to life in a plethora of vibrant visuals, jaw-dropping puppetry, and delightful characters.
My Neighbour Totoro sweeps audiences up on a journey into the wonders of childhood imagination and the beauty of friendship.
- Playing at: Gillian Lynne Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 29 March 2026
A Midsummer Night's Dream
Bridge Theatre's beloved production returns!
Experience a breathtaking reimagining of Shakespeare's classic at the Bridge Theatre, where you can immerse yourself in the heart of the action.
With a festival-like atmosphere unlike any other, this production of A Midsummer Night's Dream is truly awe-inspiring!
- Playing at: The Bridge Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 23 August 2025
Stereophonic
The most Tony-nominated play makes its West End debut.
Experience an electrifying portrayal of a 1970s rock band as they navigate creativity and chaos.
David Adjmi's critically acclaimed "simultaneously epic and intimate" (Hollywood Reporter) play heads to the West End for a limited engagement - don't miss the hype!
- Playing at: Duke of York's Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 11 October 2025
Til The Stars Come Down
Beth Steel's acclaimed new play returns to the London stage
The "beautifully observed and bruisingly hilarious play" (Time Out), Til The Stars Come Down is a sweeping exploration of love, loss, and family tensions in a working-class community.
Beth Steel's acclaimed play makes a triumphant return to the West End this summer.
- Playing at: Theatre Royal Haymarket
- Booking until: Saturday, 27 September 2025
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