10 New London Theatre Shows in October 2025

This November, London’s theatre scene comes to life with brand-new shows opening across the city. Although it seems slightly too early to think about, there is an essence of festive spirit heading into town with well-known and loved additions like The Snowman and A Christmas Carol beginning performances. If you want to experience new shows then Paddington The Musical and All My Sons are just the ticket. Our guide below will give you a head start in organising those all important trips to the theatre in November!

Ballet Shoes at National Theatre (Olivier)

Artwork for The Ballet Shoes.

The critically acclaimed stage adaptation of Noel Streatfeild’s beloved story returns to the National Theatre this November after last year’s successful run. The enchanting production, set in 1930s London, follows the story of three adopted sisters who must use their individual talents to support their guardian after their great uncle goes missing. This brilliant portrayal of the book is a perfect treat for the entire family to enjoy.

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The Snowman at the Peacock Theatre

The Snowman previous production image.

The heartwarming Christmas play based on the beloved picture book by Raymond Briggs returns to the stage in a magical production by Bill Alexander. In a story about friendship, magic, and hope, a young boy named James befriends an enchanted snowman who comes to life and leads him into a winter wonderland filled with Christmas miracles and magic. Featuring unforgettable songs by Howard Blake, including the timeless and catchy ‘Walking in the Air’, The Snowman is the perfect festive theatrical experience for children and adults alike.

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Paddington The Musical at Savoy Theatre

Paddington the Musical artwork.

Everyone’s favourite bear, Paddington, is heading to the bright lights of the West End in November in an all-new musical adventure that features new music by Tom Fletcher! The unforgettable story of a lost bear who heads to London in search of a place to call home stars an epic cast, including Victoria Hamilton-Barritt and Bonnie Langford. Definitely one you won’t want to miss!

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All My Sons at Wyndham’s Theatre

Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Bryan Cranston and Paapa Essiedu. Credit Oliver Rosser

Bryan Cranston, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, and Paapa Essiedu will lead a thrilling new production of Arthur Miller’s All My Sons for the West End stage in November. If you are seeking out a powerful play that shares a story about family, truth, and responsibility, then Ivo Van Hove will deliver exactly that with this show. The Tony Award-winning play is only in town for a limited time.

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A Christmas Carol at the Old Vic

Paul Hilton as Ebenezer Scrooge.

No festive theatre season is complete without Charles Dickens’ timeless Christmas story, adapted for the stage by Jack Thorne and Matthew Warchus in a critically acclaimed production that returns to the Old Vic for its ninth consecutive year. In a tale of redemption, kindness, and Christmas miracles, the miserly moneylender Ebenezer Scrooge is tormented by a trio of mysterious ghosts who take him on a journey through his past, present, and future in a bid to open his bitter old heart. With immersive staging, clever stage magic, and powerful themes, the whole family will enjoy this popular adaptation of a beloved Christmas classic.

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The Spy Who Came In From The Cold at @Sohoplace

Rory Keenan in The Spy Who Came in From the Cold at @sohoplace.

For the first time ever, John Le Carre’s ground-breaking 1963 spy novel comes to the London stage in a thrilling stage adaptation that delighted critics and audiences during its sold-out run at Chichester Festival Theatre. Named one of TIME Magazine’s top 100 novels of all time, The Spy Who Came in From the Cold takes you back into the middle of the Cold War, a period in history characterised by backdoor politics, covert warfare, and undercover spies. After an assignment gone wrong, disillusioned intelligence officer Alec Leamas is sent by his enigmatic boss, George Smiley, into East Germany to pose as a defector, where he learns all is not as it seems. Filled with twists and turns, and themes that are as relevant today as they were then, this is the perfect play for fans of the spy genre.

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The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy at Riverside Studios

Artwork for The Hitchhiker's Guide to Galaxy.

British humorist Douglas Adams’ best-selling and universally loved comedy science-fiction franchise comes to the stage in a quirky, riotously funny stage adaptation that blends physical comedy, live music, and visual spectacle. Told with Adams’ characteristic sardonic wit, it follows Arthur Dent, the sole survivor of the destruction of Earth, as he’s swept on an intergalactic adventure with a zany and eccentric crew, searching for answers to life, the universe, and everything in it. Whether you’re a long-time fan of the franchise or a lover of science fiction, you’ll love this charming adaptation packed with unforgettable characters and comedy that’s as clever as it is rib-tickling.

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After Sunday at the Bush Theatre

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In this poignant, clever debut play written by Bush Writers’ Group alumni Sophia Griffin, an occupational therapist starts a Caribbean cooking group in a hospital, bringing together an unlikely group of food enthusiasts who grapple with their past traumas as they find solace in cooking. After Sunday is a thoughtful homage to community and the power of food in building connections, and even features scenes of live cooking onstage, so you can fully immerse yourself in this powerful story.

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