Last Chance to See in London

William Nicholson's heartbreaking drama returns to the stage, with this story of love, grief, and faith, coming to the Aldwych Theatre in 2026. It stars Hugh Bonneville (Paddington, Downton Abbey) in the role of author and academic C S Lewis, as his blossoming romance with American poet Joy Davidman turns into a tragic exploration of how to persevere after a loss.

From Jonathan Lynn, the mind behind the political satire sitcom Yes, Minister and its theatrical spin-offs, comes the final chapter chronicling the story of the now ageing former Jim Hacker and Humphrey Appleby. I’m Sorry, Prime Minister comes to the West End in January 2026, opening at the Apollo Theatre.

Kadimah Yiddish Theatre's acclaimed and celebrated production of Yentl reimagines Isaac Bashevis Singer's story of a young woman who defies Orthodox law by disguising herself as a man to study Jewish theology. Transferring to London's Marylebone Theatre, Yentl is an urgent, intimate exploration of gender, faith, and tradition, and a powerful celebration of Yiddish culture.

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.

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.

The perfect introductory ballet for children aged three and upwards, the English National Ballet presents a magical, family-friendly version of Cinderella, featuring an enchanted forest and a heroine on a journey to find herself through her love of music and nature. Performed by students of the English National Ballet School Graduate Artists Programme and featuring narration, dance, and music, this is the perfect family outing to get your young ones to fall in love with ballet.

Perfect for children aged three and upwards, Midnight in the Toyshop is a whimsical, enchanting musical adventure, filled with catchy songs, energetic dance routines, and joyful storyline. Join Belle Ballerina, Rebel Racer, and Grumble the Dinosaur as they go on a quest to save their beloved toyshop from an evil tech entrepreneur who plans to replace toys with AI. the perfect Easter treat for the whole family.

Rarely performed but undoubtedly powerful and relevant even today, Arthur Miller's Broken Glass gets a searing new revival at the Young Vic from Jordan Fein. in 1938 Brooklyn, Jewish Sylvia Gellburg has an unexpected reaction to reading about Nazi atrocities against her people in Germany. As she navigates her strange lower body paralysis, her conversations with her new doctor will throw into sharp relief the cracks in her marriage. Don't miss this bold, thoughtful, and painfully clever play about confronting the horrors of the world outside and within us.

Ryan Craig's emotionally stirring, powerful family drama follows a Jewish family ostracised by their community when their lawyer daughter begins investigating war crimes in Gaza while her brother is killed serving with the IDF. Returning for a major revival at the Menier Chocolate Factory, this provocative play tackles themes of family, identity, and tradition, and feels just as resonant today as it did when it was first staged.

Don't miss the UK premiere of Chadwick Boseman's lyrical epic, in which a young woman grieves the death of her fiance at the hands of police brutality. Inspired by a true story, this powerful play combines Shakespearean lyricism with hip-hop in a truly one-of-a-kind theatrical experience directed by Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu in his Globe directorial debut.

Michael Frayn's compelling historical mystery drama receives its first London revival since 1998 in this new production by Michael Longhurst, starring Alex Kingston, Damien Molony, and Richard Schiff. Step into Copenhagen during the middle of World War II, where the great physicist Heisenberg pays a visit to his old friend Bohr - a mysterious meeting that has left historians boggled. A scientific quest for truth meets a searing exploration of humanity in this clever, thought-provoking modern classic.

Kenneth MacMillan's psychologically thrilling 1978 ballet reimagines the story of a real-life scandal in the Austro-Hungarian court, where the death-obsessed Crown Prince Rudolph begins a clandestine affair with the beautiful, morbid Baroness Mary Vetsera, leading to a devastating murder-suicide. Dark desires, family secrets, and political intrigue come together in this searing exploration of the darkest parts of the human psyche.

One of Verdi's most famous operas returns to London, in an elegant production by Oliver Mears and conducted by Verdi specialist Mark Elder. Telling the story of the hunchbacked jester Rigoletto, who tries to protect his daughter Gilda from the attentions of his philandering master, the Duke of Mantua, it's a thrilling story of corruption, power, and murder, told through a breath-taking score and a series of complex characters you won't be able to forget.

Winner of the Women's Prize for Playwriting 2022, Karis Kelly's powerful, riveting play about generational trauma and dysfunctional families makes its London debut after wowing audiences at Edinburgh Fringe. Four generations of Northern Irish women reunite at a 90th birthday party haunted by the ghosts of the past in this darkly funny, deeply moving, and clever story.

The Authenticator reunites writer Winsome Pinnock and director Miranda Cromwell, the dream team behind Rockets and Blue Lights, with a gothic psychological thriller about an artist who inherits her family's stately home and enlists the help of an academic and her mentor to uncover its hidden secrets. This powerful, chilling story about the secrets that haunt us features a brilliantly talented cast including Rakie Ayola, Sylvestra Le Touzel, and Cherrelle Skeete.

Tim Crouch directs this revival of Shakespeare's powerful, moving story of freedom, power, and magic, set on a hidden, enchanted island ruled by the magician Prospero, where he, his daughter Miranda, and his unearthly servants Caliban and Ariel attempt to retell their own stories. Witness a mystical take on this classic play as you've never seen it before, in the beautiful candlelit Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.

Witness the works of Wayne McGregor, one of the leading trailblazers in the world of modern dance, with this mixed programme that celebrates his creativity, imagination, and passion for ballet. From Yugen, inspired by American composer Bernstein, to Untitled, 2023, a collaboration with minimalist artist Carmen Herrera, to the premiere of a brand new ballet by McGregor, these performances will inspire and enchant ballet lovers and newcomers alike.

Kimberly Belflower's bitingly funny and urgent revisionist take on Arthur Miller's The Crucible follows five high school girls as they study the classic play and navigate sexual politics and gender inequalities in small-town Georgia. After a sold-out Broadway run, this witty play about feminine rage is making its way over to the Royal Court Theatre to bring the Salem Witch Trials to the modern age.

Don't miss The Karate Kid: The Musical as it makes its way through a UK-wide tour starting at London's New Wimbledon Theatre. Follow the heartwarming coming-of-age story of Daniel LaRusso, who trains in karate under Mr Miyagi and discovers the strength that was inside him all along. This uplifting, energetic stage adaptation stays true to the spirit of the beloved 1984 film while retelling the familiar story for a brand new generation to fall in love with.

Written by Bush Writers' Group alum Kit Withington (As We Face The Sun) and directed by Bush Theatre Associate Director Katie Greenall, Heart Wall is the story of a family falling apart in their grief, told through the perspective of a daughter trying desperately to move on, even as hidden secrets come to the surface. Don't miss this heartrending and clever exploration of grief and family.

Don't miss the world premiere of FLYBY at Southwark Playhouse Borough, a heartbreaking story of love and loss where engineer Daniel leaves behind his old love Emily to embark on a mysterious journey into space, told through flashbacks and space logs. Written by Theo Jamieson, this is a powerful, tender musical about the enduring power of love against the vastness of space, which is sure to leave you in tears.

Experience a classic murder mystery on the spot with Murder, She Didn't Write - an ingenious improvised comedy which returns to London. A huge success with audiences during its Edinburgh Festival Fringe, be a part of your very own Agatha Christie-inspired masterpiece live on stage.