London West End Theatre News and Reviews
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Stay up to date with all the breaking news about new shows, cast announcements, and exclusive behind the scenes photos from the West End and beyond.
Photos 
Rehearsal photos released for THE CHERRY ORCHARD
23 September 2026 at 17:26
New Shows
Intermission Youth to present Darren Raymond's JULIUS CAESAR REMIXED
23 September 2026 at 12:59
News
DIRTY DANCING will now open at Prince Edward Theatre in early 2027
22 September 2026 at 15:14
New Shows
Fringe hit FLY, YOU FOOLS! to have London debut
22 September 2026 at 14:53
Casts
Casting announced for CINDERELLA at Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
22 September 2026 at 14:17
Casts
Casting announced for UK and Ireland tour of SINGIN' IN THE RAIN
22 September 2026 at 13:32
Casts
Cast announced for new musical NERO
18 September 2026 at 16:20
New Shows
Megan Hilty and Rachel Tucker to star in concert production of GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES
17 September 2026 at 16:46
Reviews
Our team of experienced theatre critics share their thoughts, insights, and critiques about all the top shows in London's West End and Fringe.
Reviews 
Review: NIGHT CITY at Southwark Playhouse Borough
12 September 2026 at 09:24
Reviews
Review: THE CHERRY ORCHARD at Riverside Studios
11 September 2026 at 16:30
Reviews
Review: TARTUFFE (REMIXED) at Marylebone Theatre
11 September 2026 at 08:49
Reviews 
Review: MERE MORTALS at Sadler’s Wells
10 September 2026 at 08:43
Reviews
Review: KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Hampstead Theatre
10 September 2026 at 08:42
Reviews
Review: JANE EYRE at Southwark Playhouse Elephant
9 September 2026 at 00:50
Reviews
First Look: JANE EYRE at Southwark Playhouse Elephant
9 September 2026 at 00:02
Reviews
Review: CRYBABIES: THE SCARING at Soho Theatre
8 September 2026 at 00:24
This Month's Hottest Theatre News
Never miss out on what's happening in the world of London theatre, from new shows to casting announcements, with our hottest news updates.
News
JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN to transfer to West End
20 April 2026 at 14:52
News
Is a revival of RENT coming to the West End?
20 April 2026 at 13:50
New Shows
Christine Baranski to make West End debut in HAY FEVER alongside Richard E Grant
17 April 2026 at 13:55
Theatre Awards
Olivier Awards 2026: Full list of winners announced
12 April 2026 at 22:00
Casts
Jenna Russell cast in SINATRA THE MUSICAL
8 April 2026 at 14:26
New Shows
Kristin Scott Thomas to star in THE CHERRY ORCHARD this autumn
2 April 2026 at 14:46
Casts
Glenn Adamson and Lauren Jones cast as leads in DARK OF THE MOON
31 March 2026 at 15:40
Casts
David Fynn cast as Beetlejuice in BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL
26 March 2026 at 09:55
Features
Confused about which show to watch next or what the best seats in the house are? Our theatre experts have the answers to all your questions.
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29 June 2026 at 15:32
Features
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25 June 2026 at 15:42
Features
5 Reasons to Watch Sinatra the Musical
15 June 2026 at 10:13
Features
All the Celebrities You Can See Onstage This Year
8 June 2026 at 12:35
Features
The Best Theatre Shows to Watch for Pride Month
1 June 2026 at 16:34
Features
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child or The Hunger Games: On Stage - Which Book-to-Stage Adaptation Should You Watch?
29 May 2026 at 16:52
This Month in the West End
This Month in the West End (May 2026)
28 May 2026 at 17:27
Features
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25 May 2026 at 11:22
Theatreland Tips
Discover what makes London’s theatre scene so unique, from its rich history and creative diversity to the practical choices that shape your experience—like picking between a matinee or evening performance, or understanding how the West End compares to Broadway.
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