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Last Chance to See in London
This is your chance to be captivated, inspired, impressed, terrified, amused and thoroughly entertained by these West End shows about to close. These theatrical masterpieces are what memories are made of, shows that proved so good, hard to resist and well-loved they made West End history. Explore our Last Chance list, displayed by popularity, and embrace the magic while you can.
The Elixir of Love
London Coliseum
Tickets from £35.00Gaetano Donizetti's gorgeous smile-inducing music is brought to life in The Elixir of Love, an operatic production bursting with charm. Set during World War Two, this fresh staging reimagines the beloved romance, first performed in Milan in 1832, for a new generation of opera lovers.
- Booking until: Thursday, 5 December 2024
- Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: London Coliseum
- Booking until: Thursday, 5 December 2024
Tosca
Royal Opera House
4.8 6 reviews 4.8 6 reviews Tickets from £132.00- Booking until: Friday, 13 December 2024
- Running time: 3hr. Incl. 2 intervals.
- Playing at: Royal Opera House
- Booking until: Friday, 13 December 2024
Macbeth
Harold Pinter Theatre
Tickets from £280.00Following its sold run at the Donmar Warehouse, Macbeth transfers to the West End's Harold Pinter Theatre. David Tennant and Cush Jumbo return to their landmark performances in Shakespeare's most extraordinary psychological drama.
- Booking until: Saturday, 14 December 2024
- Running time: 1hr 50min. No interval.
- Playing at: Harold Pinter Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 14 December 2024
The Unseen
Riverside Studios
Tickets from £15.00The Unseen is an intense and thought-provoking play that delves into the human spirit's resilience under oppressive regimes. Written by Craig Wright, directed by Iya Patarkatsishvili, with set and costume design by Simon Kenny and score by Danny Short, itis set to make its London debut at Riverside Studios on 15 November 2024. It will be accompanied by a series of high-profile post-performance discussions and the UK premiere of international exhibition Faces of Russian Resistance.
- Booking until: Saturday, 14 December 2024
- Running time: 1hr 20min. No interval.
- Playing at: Riverside Studios
- Booking until: Saturday, 14 December 2024
Austentatious
Arts Theatre
5 6 reviews 5 6 reviews Tickets from £28.00- Booking until: Monday, 16 December 2024
- Running time: 1hr 45m. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Arts Theatre
- Booking until: Monday, 16 December 2024
Waiting For Godot
Theatre Royal Haymarket
4.2 13 reviews 4.2 13 reviews Tickets from £25.00Lucian Msamati and Ben Whishaw star in one of the greatest plays of the 20th century – Samuel Beckett’s masterpiece, Waiting for Godot, directed by James Macdonald is heading to London. Waiting for Godot centres on Vladimir and Estragon who wait for the mysterious Godot. The play delves into themes of existentialism, absurdity, and the human condition, highlighting the uncertainty and repetitiveness of life.
- Booking until: Saturday, 21 December 2024
- Running time: 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Starring: Ben Whishaw
- Playing at: Theatre Royal Haymarket
- Booking until: Saturday, 21 December 2024
Expendable
Royal Court Theatre
Tickets from £30.00“People kept saying there’s no smoke without fire, but it’s not our fire is it khala? it’s like we’re just choking on all the fumes…”
- Booking until: Saturday, 21 December 2024
- Playing at: Royal Court Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 21 December 2024
The Duchess
Trafalgar Theatre
3.9 11 reviews 3.9 11 reviews Tickets from £25.00Returning to the stage for the first time in over a decade, Jodie Whittaker (Doctor Who, Broadchurch) takes on the role of a lifetime in Zinnie Harris' acclaimed contemporary adaptation of The Duchess of Malfi, playing at the Trafalgar Theatre for 11 weeks only.
- Booking until: Saturday, 21 December 2024
- Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Starring: Jodie Whittaker
- Playing at: Trafalgar Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 21 December 2024
The Legends Of Them
Royal Court Theatre
Tickets from £15.00Heading to the Royal Court after a critically acclaimed and sell-out run in Brixton, The Legends of Them offers a roof-raising mixtape centred on the reggae pioneer Sutara Gayle Aka Lorna Gee and the people who guided her.
- Opens: Thursday, 5 December 2024
Booking until: Saturday, 21 December 2024 - Running time: 1hr 40min. No Interval.
- Playing at: Royal Court Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 21 December 2024
The Liar, The Bitch and The Wardrobe (A very adult panto)
The Turbine Theatre
Tickets from £20.00The year is 1939, The blitz and not the ballroom kind. Britain is at war, spam is on the menu and two evacuees, who may be hiding a secret of their own, flee London and escape to the country for a simpler life.
- Booking until: Sunday, 22 December 2024
- Running time: 2hr. Incl. 1 Interval.
- Playing at: The Turbine Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 22 December 2024
Choir of Man
Arts Theatre
5 223 reviews 5 223 reviews Tickets from £18.00The Choir of Man takes audiences through an uplifting celebration of community and friendship in just 90 minutes! If you're looking for feel-good, foot-stomping entertainment unlike anything else the West End has to offer, this is the show for you!
- Booking until: Sunday, 29 December 2024
- Running time: 1hr 30min. No interval.
- Playing at: Arts Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 29 December 2024
The Nutcracker - Royal Albert Hall
Royal Albert Hall
4.8 4 reviews 4.8 4 reviews Tickets from £25.00- Opens: Sunday, 29 December 2024
Booking until: Tuesday, 31 December 2024 - Running time: 2hr 5min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Royal Albert Hall
- Booking until: Tuesday, 31 December 2024
A Christmas Carol-ish
Soho Place Theatre (@sohoplace)
Tickets from £30.00Join double Emmy-award nominee Nick Mohammed in the guise of his critically acclaimed alter-ego Mr. Swallow alongside a star-studded cast for an all-singing, all-dancing comedy retelling of Dickens’ festive classic.
- Opens: Saturday, 7 December 2024
Booking until: Tuesday, 31 December 2024 - Running time: 2hr. Incl 1 interval.
- Playing at: Soho Place Theatre (@sohoplace)
- Booking until: Tuesday, 31 December 2024
All's Well That Ends Well | Globe
Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Tickets from £6.00Inside the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, uncover a twisted tale of obsession, game-playing and deception in Shakespeare’s ruthless thriller, All’s Well That Ends Well.
- Opens: Wednesday, 1 January 2025
Booking until: Saturday, 4 January 2025 - Running time: 2hr 15min. Incl. interval.
- Playing at: Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
- Booking until: Saturday, 4 January 2025
The Snowman
Peacock Theatre
4.7 38 reviews 4.7 38 reviews Tickets from £20.00Feel the enchantment of Christmas with The Snowman, live on stage! Embark on a heartwarming journey filled with captivating music, as beloved characters come to life in a show the whole family will adore. This timeless story will warm your heart this festive season.
- Booking until: Saturday, 4 January 2025
- Running time: 1hr 50min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Peacock Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 4 January 2025
Guys and Dolls
The Bridge Theatre
4.7 137 reviews 4.7 137 reviews Tickets from £23.00Experience Guys and Dolls like never before at the Bridge Theatre, where this classic musical is reimagined with immersive staging that brings audiences right into the heart of New York’s bustling streets. Don't miss the chance to see how this production bursts with energy and charm!
- Booking until: Saturday, 4 January 2025
- Running time: 2hr 50min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: The Bridge Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 4 January 2025
A Christmas Carol - Old Vic
Old Vic Theatre
4.8 11 reviews 4.8 11 reviews Tickets from £100.00London's beloved holiday classic returns to The Old Vic, with Matthew Warchus’ celebrated production bringing warmth and joy to the Christmas season. This year's adaptation of the timeless story stars John Simm as Ebenezer Scrooge, capturing the spirit of redemption in a heartwarming experience for audiences of all ages.
- Booking until: Saturday, 4 January 2025
- Running time: 2 hours (incl. interval)
- Playing at: Old Vic Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 4 January 2025
Oedipus (Wyndham's Theatre)
Wyndham's Theatre
4.7 25 reviews 4.7 25 reviews Tickets from £210.00Robert Icke reimagines Sophocles' epic tragedy, creating a gripping, modern-day human thriller that resonates powerfully with contemporary audiences. Featuring the "gentle powerhouse performance" (London Box Office) of Mark Strong alongside Lesley Manville, this adaptation captures both the intensity and relevance of the ancient tale.
- Booking until: Saturday, 4 January 2025
- Running time: 2hr. No interval. The show will begin promptly and there's a strict no latecomers policy. There is no readmittance to the auditorium once the performance has begun.
- Starring: Lesley Manville, Mark Strong
- Playing at: Wyndham's Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 4 January 2025
Maddie Moate’s Very Curious Christmas
Apollo Theatre
Tickets from £15.00Join beloved children’s TV presenter Maddie Moate as she makes her West End debut with this brand-new live show! Following the success of her hit book ‘A Very Curious Christmas’, Maddie is super excited to bring her festive facts and magical experiments to you, at the Apollo Theatre.
- Opens: Friday, 6 December 2024
Booking until: Saturday, 4 January 2025 - Running time: 1hr.
- Playing at: Apollo Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 4 January 2025
Horrible Christmas
Alexandra Palace
Tickets from £15.00Take your kids on a wild and wacky journey through the history of Christmas with Horrible Christmas. Discover some of the best stories with the help of Charles Dickens, Oliver Cromwell, King Henry VIII, and St. Nicholas on a laugh-out-loud mission to rescue the festive season.
- Opens: Thursday, 12 December 2024
Booking until: Saturday, 4 January 2025 - Running time: 1hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Alexandra Palace
- Booking until: Saturday, 4 January 2025
Cinderella
King's Head Theatre
Tickets from £12.00In drizzly London, it’s hard to find romance these days - everyone is so busy! Cinderella needs help to leave her life of drudgery and explore a world full of adventures. A shy Prince needs someone to help bring him out of his shell and find his mojo. Could they help each other find the courage to change their lives? The Fairy Godmother thinks so! So, join her on this romantic roller-coaster of Christmas adventure!
- Booking until: Saturday, 4 January 2025
- Running time: All Ages. Ages 4+ require their own ticket. Ages 3 and under may sit on the lap of an adult.
- Playing at: King's Head Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 4 January 2025
La Clique
Spiegeltent in Leicester Square
4.5 27 reviews 4.5 27 reviews Tickets from £25.00- Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025
- Running time: 1hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval. (5pm, 7pm and 7:30pm shows). 1hr 10min. No interval (9:30pm shows).
- Playing at: Spiegeltent in Leicester Square
- Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025
Room On The Broom
Lyric Theatre
4.3 31 reviews 4.3 31 reviews Tickets from £12.00Jump on board a delightful journey this Winter with the musical adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's Room on the Broom. Brought to the stage by acclaimed theatre company Tall Stories, this show is packed with enchanting puppetry, sing-along songs and a hilarious fun, making it the perfect family treat.
- Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025
- Running time: 1hr.
- Playing at: Lyric Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025
Aladdin Pantomime
Lyric Hammersmith
3 1 review 3 1 review Tickets from £15.00Award-winning writer Sonia Jalaly and director Nicholai La Barrie reunite to produce another stellar pantomime at the Lyric Hammersmith. Stuffed with chart-topping tunes and hilarious comedy, Aladdin is sure to grant your wish this festive season!
- Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025
- Running time: 2hrs. Incl. 1 Interval
- Playing at: Lyric Hammersmith
- Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025
Only Fools and Horses the Musical
Eventim Apollo
4.7 370 reviews 4.7 370 reviews Tickets from £17.50Only Fools and Horses The Musical is back in London this festive season with a limited season at the Eventim Apollo from 17 December. Paul Whitehouse is joined by Vinnie Jones who makes his stage debut in this hilariously silly, delightfully fun show on one of the most iconic British TV sitcoms.
- Opens: Tuesday, 17 December 2024
Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025 - Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Starring: Paul Whitehouse, Vinnie Jones
- Playing at: Eventim Apollo
- Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025
The Lehman Trilogy
Gillian Lynne Theatre
4.7 48 reviews 4.7 48 reviews Tickets from £24.00The critically acclaimed, five-time Tony Award-winning production The Lehman Trilogy returns to the West End for a limited engagement. Having captivated over half a million viewers worldwide, don’t miss your chance to experience this powerful narrative that intertwines ambition, legacy, and history!
- Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025
- Running time: 3hr 20min. Incl. 2 intervals.
- Playing at: Gillian Lynne Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025
The Smartest Giant In Town
St Martins Theatre
4.3 3 reviews 4.3 3 reviews Tickets from £12.00Adapted from the bestselling book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, The Smartest Giant in Town heads to London for a limited festive run. Follow the heart-warming tale about friendship and helping those in need through a puppet-filled adventure, perfect for younger audiences.
- Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025
- Running time: 55min.
- Playing at: St Martins Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025
Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out
Theatre Royal Haymarket
5 1 review 5 1 review Tickets from £10.00Peppa Pig's Fun Day Out is the perfect theatre adventure for families, bringing the beloved characters to life in a vibrant and interactive live show. Packed with sing-alongs, colourful sets and plenty of audience participation, you'll create magical memories with your little ones with this show!
- Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025
- Running time: 1hr 20min. Incl. 1 Interval.
- Playing at: Theatre Royal Haymarket
- Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025
Homo Alone
The Other Palace - Studio
Tickets from £38.00KEVIN!!!!! Stood at Mykonos airport baggage carousel Kevin McCallister’s Dads realise they have left their beloved son at home.
- Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025
- Running time: 2hr. Incl. 1 interval
- Playing at: The Other Palace - Studio
- Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025
The Creakers
Queen Elizabeth Hall
Tickets from £24.00A brilliant new musical adaptation of Tom Fletcher's beloved children's book is coming to London after its world premiere in Plymouth. Immerse yourself in a captivating adventure that uniquely celebrates friendship and family love.
- Opens: Wednesday, 18 December 2024
Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025 - Running time: 2hr 20min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Queen Elizabeth Hall
- Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025
Charlie Cook's Favourite Book
Trafalgar Theatre
Tickets from £12.00Charlie loves reading. Especially books about pirates. But his sister hates it – it’s boring! Can Charlie convince her that reading is fun? Perhaps if she reads a book about a pirate, who is reading a book about Goldilocks, who is reading a book about a knight…
- Opens: Thursday, 5 December 2024
Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025 - Running time: 1hr. No interval.
- Playing at: Trafalgar Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025
Peter Pan
Phoenix Theatre
4.5 2 reviews 4.5 2 reviews Tickets from £15.00TuckShop returns to the West End with their fourth All-Drag Panto, soaring into the Phoenix Theatre this festive season with Peter Pan: A Drag Panto. From the creators of hit shows like Death Drop and Gals Aloud, it’s the perfect festive treat for those who love their pantos with a sassy, adult edge!
- Booking until: Monday, 6 January 2025
- Playing at: Phoenix Theatre
- Booking until: Monday, 6 January 2025
Hansel and Gretel | Globe
Globe Theatre
5 1 review 5 1 review Tickets from £6.00Experience a beautifully epic new version of The Brothers Grimm’s fairytale by Poet Laureate Simon Armitage in the Globe Theatre. Nick Bagnall directs the perfect winter treat for everyone aged 5+.
- Booking until: Tuesday, 7 January 2025
- Running time: 1hr. (Approx, subject to change).
- Playing at: Globe Theatre
- Booking until: Tuesday, 7 January 2025
Hansel and Gretel - Royal Opera House
Royal Opera House
Tickets from £40.00The magic of the Grimm tales comes to life in this mischievous production. A fairy tale adventure for all.
- Opens: Sunday, 22 December 2024
Booking until: Tuesday, 7 January 2025 - Running time: 2hr 15mins. Incl. 1 Interval
- Playing at: Royal Opera House
- Booking until: Tuesday, 7 January 2025
Barcelona
Duke of York's Theatre
5 1 review 5 1 review Tickets from £150.00Lily Collins and Álvaro Morte star in the new explosive thriller, Barcelona. Follow what happens when a carefree, one-night stand becomes an invitation to danger, as the personal and political catastrophically intertwine. Only in London for a limited season, don't miss it.
- Booking until: Saturday, 11 January 2025
- Running time: 1hr 30min. No interval.
- Starring: Lily Collins
- Playing at: Duke of York's Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 11 January 2025
Cyrano
Park Theatre
Tickets from £15.00Virginia Gay’s joyous, gender-flipped retelling of Cyrano de Bergerac, packed with music, wit and aching romance is perfect for a feel-good Christmas treat this year.
- Opens: Wednesday, 11 December 2024
Booking until: Saturday, 11 January 2025 - Running time: 1hr 30min.
- Playing at: Park Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 11 January 2025
A Very Naughty Christmas
Southwark Playhouse Elephant
Tickets from £15.00A Very Naughty Christmas is a comedy concert packed with stand-up, skits, parodied songs, dancing, singing, burlesque and a whole bunch of silliness. Having achieved cult status in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne, this hit show is ready to storm the London stage this festive season.
- Booking until: Saturday, 11 January 2025
- Running time: 1hr 25min. No interval.
- Playing at: Southwark Playhouse Elephant
- Booking until: Saturday, 11 January 2025
West End shows to see before they close
Maybe you missed out on a new musical you were dying to see, and now it's your last chance. Perhaps you saw a play once before and it was so inspiring you really want to experience it again. You might have only just realised the season's coming to an end for the production you've been keen to see. Either way we have a collection of unforgettable entertainment to see before it's too late. Grab tickets before the curtain falls for the last time, then relax.
So what's it like attending one of the final few performances of a popular West End show? It's really exciting, there's a great buzz, and the audiences are dotted with super-fans there to say goodbye to a production that has meant a lot to them. There's a fast turnaround to enjoy as shows close every week, replaced by new productions set to become just as well-loved.
For every West End closing, there's a new opening. Don't miss out on these last-chance treats, some of the most exciting shows in town. Check out the scheduled end dates then choose your favourite production. Do it right now to void disappointment and fall in love with London Theatre all over again.
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