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Laughter is powerful medicine, and we have oodles of laughs waiting for you in our selection of fabulous London comedy shows. Get your laughing gear in working order and take your pick of everything from physical comedy to sitcoms, classic standup to the darkest black comedy. Here's our selection of top quality live comedy shows.

The Book of Mormon

Prince of Wales Theatre

4.8 5785 reviews 4.8 5785 reviews Tickets from £24.00
Couples (87%) i

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.

  • Booking until: Saturday, 23 January 2027
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Mamma Mia!

Novello Theatre

4.8 5418 reviews 4.8 5418 reviews Tickets from £18.00
Families (94%) Teenagers (92%) Couples (94%) Theatregoers (92%) i

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".

  • Booking until: Saturday, 13 March 2027
  • Running time: 2hr 35min. Incl. 1 interval.
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SIX

Vaudeville Theatre

4.7 519 reviews 4.7 519 reviews Tickets from £41.00
Teenagers (92%) Couples (85%) Theatregoers (89%) i

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.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 28 November 2027
  • Running time: 1hr 20min. No interval.
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The Play That Goes Wrong

Duchess Theatre

4.7 2190 reviews 4.7 2190 reviews Tickets from £15.00
Families (90%) Teenagers (89%) Couples (90%) Theatregoers (92%) i

The Play That Goes Wrong is an unmissable comedy, delivering laugh-out-loud moments as a fictional theatre company attempt to perform a murder mystery production collapses. Known for its brilliantly timed physical humour and unexpected mishaps, The Play That Goes Wrong is the longest-running comedy in the West End for a reason!

  • Booking until: Sunday, 3 October 2027
  • Running time: 2hr. Incl. 1 interval.
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Faulty Towers The Dining Experience

President Hotel

4.7 455 reviews 4.7 455 reviews Tickets from £67.00
Couples (96%) Theatregoers (92%) i

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience debuted in Brisbane back in 1997 and is now a huge success across the world, including here in London. Enjoy the antics of Basil, Sybil and Manuel in a 2 hour interactive production whilst tucking into a 3-course lunch or dinner.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 20 December 2026
  • Running time: 2hr.
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Brainiac Live!

Garrick Theatre

5 4 reviews 5 4 reviews Tickets from £23.00
Families (100%) i

Brainiac Live, the nation's favourite family science show, is returning to the West End this summer just in time for the school holidays. With a mission to get kids to see science as fun and exciting, this exhilarating show features thrilling live experiments performed onstage, including liquid nitrogen clouds, vortex smoke rings, exploding hydrogen balloons, and spinning CO₂ chairs. Perfect for the whole family, don't miss this joyful, electrifying, and downright hilarious celebration of our weird and wonderful world.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 30 August 2026
  • Running time: 1hr (no interval)
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Garry Starr: Classic Penguins

The Other Palace

4.9 9 reviews 4.9 9 reviews Tickets from £24.00

Dressed in flippers and not much else, comedic star Garry Starr pays tribute to the western literary canon by recreating and performing every Penguin Classics novel ever published. Witness classic works like Moby Dick and The Little Prince as you've never seen them before, in this one-of-a-kind, riotously funny comedy show.

  • Opens: Thursday, 22 October 2026
    Booking until: Sunday, 3 January 2027
  • Running time: 1hr 5min. No interval.
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Christmas Carol Goes Wrong tickets Opens 18 Dec 2026 Opens 18 December 2026 Christmas Carol Goes Wrong

Christmas Carol Goes Wrong

Wyndham's Theatre

4.9 7 reviews 4.9 7 reviews Tickets from £30.00
Teenagers (100%) Couples (100%) Theatregoers (100%) i

Mischief Theatre's A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong is a laugh-out-loud comedy that transforms the beloved holiday classic into a chaotic disaster filled with mishaps and mayhem. With brilliant physical comedy and unexpected twists, it's the perfect festive treat that will have you in stitches from start to finish.

  • Opens: Friday, 18 December 2026
    Booking until: Saturday, 23 January 2027
  • Running time: 2hr 20min. Incl. 1 Interval.
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Showstopper! The Improvised Musical

Cambridge Theatre

4.7 10 reviews 4.7 10 reviews Tickets from £22.00

If you enjoy some spontaneous entertainment, grab a ticket for Showstoppers! The Improvised Musical. The multi award-wining show takes suggestions from the audience and turns them into a unique treat for theatregoers.

  • Booking until: Monday, 21 December 2026
  • Running time: 2hr. Inc. 1 interval.
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Shamilton! The Improvised Hip-Hop Musical tickets Opens 8 Sept 2026 Opens 8 September 2026 Shamilton! The Improvised Hip-Hop Musical

Shamilton! The Improvised Hip-Hop Musical

The Other Palace

Following sold-out runs at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe and 2026 San Francisco Sketchfest, legendary improv troupe Baby Wants Candy is coming to London with the hit musical parody inspired by global phenomenon Hamilton. Every night, an all-star cast creates an unforgettable hip hop musical from scratch, based on a historical figure or celebrity chosen by the audience, featuring incredible songs, powerhouse vocals and jaw-dropping choreography.

  • Opens: Tuesday, 8 September 2026
    Booking until: Sunday, 20 September 2026
  • Running time: 1hr 50min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Sherlock Holmes and the Twelve Days of Christmas

Alexandra Palace

It's Christmas in Victorian London, and performers are suddenly dropping dead in the West End. Scotland Yard rules out foul play, but Sherlock Holmes uncovers a sinister connection between the murders and a famous Christmas jingle. This festive season, get ready for a delightfully charming festive whodunnit that spoofs classic detective stories with an original story starring legendary detective Sherlock Holmes - with a Christmas twist. It's the perfect piece of festive theatre for the whole family.

  • Opens: Tuesday, 24 November 2026
    Booking until: Sunday, 17 January 2027
  • Running time: 2h 30m
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Sacrilegious tickets Opens 5 Dec 2026 Opens 5 December 2026 Sacrilegious

Sacrilegious

Riverside Studios

A smart, funny, and provocative comedy about what money can or can't buy, Sacrilegious is directed by Andy Sandberg and written by Tom Schulman, the Academy Award-winning author of Dead Poets Society. On the holiest day of the year, an idealistic young rabbi dares to challenge the billionaire president of his congregation, questions a multi-million-dollar donation, and ignites a battle for the hearts and minds of the entire community. Don't miss this razor-sharp play about the clash between principle and power.

  • Opens: Saturday, 5 December 2026
    Booking until: Saturday, 23 January 2027
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Expecting tickets Opens 30 Jan 2027 Opens 30 January 2027 Expecting

Expecting

Riverside Studios

Amidst falling birthrates and the chaos of adulthood, two couples find themselves asking what they truly want out of life, daunted by career ambitions and brunch plans, not to mention the realities of legacy and parenthood. Raw, authentic, and movingly funny, this new play by Scott Elmegreen and Drew Fornarola explores why couples are waiting longer to have kids, or debating whether to have them at all.

  • Opens: Saturday, 30 January 2027
    Booking until: Saturday, 27 March 2027
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Flamenc-Oh! tickets Opens 15 Nov 2026 Opens 15 November 2026 Flamenc-Oh!

Flamenc-Oh!

Peacock Theatre

Tickets from £22.00

Get ready for world-class flamenco with a wild twist in this bold, funny, and moving dance comedy about a flamenco family where a fiercely traditional patriarch clashes with his rebellious children. It combines physical theatre with the passion and power of flamenco and blends traditional flamenco, rock, pop, hip-hop, and country in unexpected musical mashups. Whether you're a devoted flamenco fan or a newcomer, you'll fall in love with this story of family, identity, artistic freedom and generational change, told through the power of dance.

  • Opens: Sunday, 15 November 2026
    Booking until: Sunday, 10 January 2027
  • Running time: 1hr 20min. No interval.
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Great comedy shows to cheer up your world

Observational comedy and slapstick, alternative comedy and satire, improv and anecdotal comedy, there are so many ways to make audiences laugh - and the West End has everything. You might adore character comedy or laugh the hardest of all at outrageous burlesque. Maybe a deadpan delivery makes you giggle so hard you can't stop, or you can't resist classic slip-on-a-banana-skin stuff.

One liners and crazy plots. Shock humour , spoofs and sketches. Topical humour, wit and word play. Take your pick of the best funny shows in town and leave the venue with an enormous smile on your face, buoyed up and inspired. More than fifty beautiful venues in an area of London stacked with great places to eat and drink make it much more than an everyday ordinary experience. The West End is built for entertainment, the perfect setting for fun.

Only the best stage comedies make it to the West End, which means every London comedy show is extra special. Chuckle at the antics in The Book of Mormon and roar with laughter at Mamma Mia!, whoop all the way through SIX or cheer your way through The Play That Goes Wrong. And get your tickets from us for a seamless, efficient experience every step of the way. Enjoy exploring the best fun in town – we'll see you soon.

Comedy Frequently Asked Questions

What types of comedy theatre shows can you find on the West End?

The West End offers a wide range of comedies across the genre: from farces such as The Play That Goes Wrong to musical comedies such as The Book of Mormon to parodies such as Titanique to adaptations of comedy films such as Back to the Future: The Musical.

Will non-native English speakers be able to enjoy a comedy theatre show?

Yes, many comedy shows in London are very visual, physical, or slapstick in style, which makes them easy to follow without perfect English. Shows like The Play That Goes Wrong or Faulty Towers: The Dining Experience rely heavily on physical humour and timing. For wordplay-heavy comedies, some knowledge of English will help, but the energy and performances usually make them enjoyable for everyone.

Are there family-friendly comedies available?

Yes, plenty of comedies in London are great for families, particularly adaptations of family-friendly comedies and pantomimes. Some comedies rely heavily on dark or adult humour, so be sure to check age restrictions before bookings.

Are there any interactive or improv comedy shows?

London’s comedy scene includes many improv and interactive productions. Showstopper! The Improvised Musical creates a brand-new musical at every performance based on audience suggestions, while shows like Faulty Towers: The Dining Experience pull guests right into the action with immersive comedy.

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