Is it too early to plan your 2026 theatre outings? Absolutely not — especially with this stellar lineup hitting London’s stages. These 10 shows are set to be the hottest tickets in town, so find out more about them and get those tickets booked nice and early!
2026 is already shaping up to be an explosive year for London theatre, with bold revivals and world premieres set to light up the West End. From the long-awaited arrival of Beetlejuice The Musical, to Cynthia Erivo sinking her teeth into a thrilling new presentation of Dracula, and the powerhouse celebration of sisterhood in I’m Every Woman: The Musical, there is a wealth of theatre waiting for you! Here’s just 14 of the shows we’re already excited about!
I’m Sorry, Prime Minister at Apollo Theatre
Griff Rhys Jones as Jim Hacker and Clive Francis as Sir Humphrey Appleby for I'm Sorry Prime Minister. Photo by Michael Wharley
Kicking off things in January is I’m Sorry, Prime Minister - the final chapter in the classic comedy series. Jonathan Lynn’s political satire sitcom will star legends Griff Rhy Jones and Clive Francois, who reprise their roles as Jim Hacker and Humphry Appleby in a production which will see them face up to their life in retirement and how the world has changed around them. We expect great stuff from this one, which has also made plans for a UK Tour after the West End run.
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Kinky Boots at London Coliseum
Johannes Radebe for Kinky Boots. Photo by Charlie Flint.
Strutting its way back into the West End and hot on the heels of a UK and European tour, Kinky Boots is back in 2026! The beloved British musical, which stars Strictly Come Dancing’s Johannes Radebe, follows the unlikely relationship between a shoemaker and a drag queen. Kinky Boots is an unforgettable production that fizzes with energy but shares a powerful message of acceptance and self-expression!
The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry at Theatre Royal Haymarket
Artwork for The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry.
After a sold-out run at the Chichester Festival, the ‘pitch-perfect musical’ (The Times) The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry lands in the West End in January. The story follows Harold Fry, played by Mark Addy, an unlikely hero who sets off on a remarkable, hopeful journey through the English countryside.
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I’m Every Woman the Musical at Peacock Theatre
Artwork for I'm Every Woman The Musical
Learn more about the musical legend Chaka Khan in I’m Every Woman The Musical, making its London debut in March. It tells the story of Chaka Khan’s rise to fame, highlighting the challenges and victories she experienced along the way, accompanied by some of her most memorable songs.
Waitress at New Wimbledon Theatre
Carrie Hope Fletcher. Image provided by production.
The much-loved pie musical, which bid farewell to the West End in 2019, is set to return to the London stage as part of a brand-new UK and Ireland tour in the New Year. Starring Carrie Hope Fletcher and featuring one of the most memorable musical scores in modern musicals, Waitress is a heartfelt celebration of resilience, love and self-discovery.
Marie and Rosetta at @Sohoplace
Marie and Rosetta. Photo credit Seamus Ryan. Design by Bob King
Beverly Knight and Ntombizodwa Ndlovu reprise their roles in George Brant’s powerful, heartwarming tribute to the forgotten musical heroines. Marie and Rosetta heads to the West End following a triumphant short UK tour in 2025. Experience a joyful production filled with some of the most unforgettable songs from the era.
Dracula at Noel Coward Theatre
Cynthia Erivo Headshot. Photo by Mark Seliger.
Experience a one-of-a-kind event in 2026 when Cynthia Erivo takes to the London stage to sink her teeth into Kip Williams’ new production of Dracula. A striking new production of Bram Stoker’s novel will see Erivo take on the almighty task of embody all 23 characters in the show!
Teeth ‘n’ Smiles at Duke of York's Theatre
Artwork for Teeth 'n' Smiles.
Rebecca Lucy Taylor returns to the West End following her run in Cabaret to star in a brand-new revival of David Hare’s Teeth ‘n’ Smiles. This defiant, powerful musical about rock 'n' roll and counterculture in the 1970s follows a struggling band as they fight to preserve their fame and reputation. We expect big things from this revival, which opens in February!
Beetlejuice The Musical at Prince Edward Theatre
Artwork for Beetlejuice.
If there’s one show theatre fans have been wishing for, it’s Beetlejuice, and it’s finally heading to the West End in 2026! Based on Tim Burton’s beloved cult classic and hailed as “screamingly good fun” by Variety during its Broadway run, the musical follows Lydia Deetz and her family as they move into a home haunted by a recently deceased couple… and one mischievously chaotic poltergeist, Beetlejuice.
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Jaja’s African Hair Braiding at Lyric Hammersmith
Artwork for Jaja's African Hair Braiding
Written by Jocelyn Bioh and directed by Monique Touko, Jaja’s African Hair Braiding is a Tony Award-winning comedy set to make its UK debut in an exciting new premiere next Spring. Set in a bustling braiding salon in Harlem, New York, this new play will captivate audiences with its story about community. London audiences will love what this production has to offer with this all-female cast.
Whilst you're here, why not read our post about Screen to Stage Adaptations in the West End. We also have some great guides to help you with your upcoming theatre trips, including the Best New Shows to see in London.
