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Best West End Shows

Experience the finest entertainment theatreland offers with these very special productions: the award-winners, the sell-outs and the Broadway transfers. Every show has a big impact, from the most popular dramas, scariest horrors and best-loved sing-along musicals to serious works so inspiring they change lives. Check these best West End shows out and make your next trip to the capital memorable.

Showstopper! The Improvised Musical

Cambridge Theatre

4.5 6 reviews 4.5 6 reviews Tickets from £20.00
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If you enjoy some spontaneous entertainment, grab a ticket for Showstoppers! The Improvised Musical. The multi award-wining show takes suggestions from the audience and turns them into a unique treat for theatregoers.

  • Booking until: Monday, 19 May 2025
  • Running time: 2hr. Inc. 1 interval.
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Wicked

Apollo Victoria Theatre

4.7 5772 reviews 4.7 5772 reviews Tickets from £30.00
Families (93%) Teenagers (88%) Couples (87%) Theatregoers (89%) i

Now in the 10th longest-running West End stage production in British history, Wicked is the multi-award winning musical based on the 1995 Gregory Maguire novel, Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West. Dubbed Best Musical of the Decade by Entertainment Weekly, Wicked continues to be one of the West End's most popular family musicals.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 4 January 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
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La Clique

Spiegeltent in Leicester Square

4.5 27 reviews 4.5 27 reviews Tickets from £25.00
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This festive season, you’re invited to once again step inside the spectacular Spiegeltent for a night of laughs, gasps and can’t believe your eyes moments, with the unmissable trailblazer, La Clique. The multi-award-winning cabaret extravaganze returns to London's Leicester Square this November for eight weeks only.
  • 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).
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Matilda The Musical

Cambridge Theatre

4.7 1199 reviews 4.7 1199 reviews Tickets from £24.00
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Matilda The Musical takes audiences of all ages on an unforgettable journey filled with laughter, heart, and the inspiring tale of a courageous little girl with extraordinary powers. The show has won over 100 international awards since it opened in London in 2011.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 24 May 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 35min. Incl. 1 Intermission.
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Slava's Snowshow tickets Opens 18 Dec 2024 Opens 18 December 2024 Slava's Snowshow

Slava's Snowshow

Harold Pinter Theatre

4.1 10 reviews 4.1 10 reviews Tickets from £29.00
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The awe-inspiring, Olivier and Tony Award-winning family extravaganza, Slava's SnowShow heads into the West End following a seven-year hiatus across the festive season. Vyacheslav Ivanovich ‘Slava’ Polunin’s clowning masterpiece delivers an unforgettable spectacle.

  • Opens: Wednesday, 18 December 2024
    Booking until: Sunday, 12 January 2025
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Room On The Broom

Lyric Theatre

4.3 31 reviews 4.3 31 reviews Tickets from £12.00
Families (94%) i

Jump 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
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The Snowman

Peacock Theatre

4.7 38 reviews 4.7 38 reviews Tickets from £20.00
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Feel 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.
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Les Miserables

Sondheim Theatre

4.9 2649 reviews 4.9 2649 reviews Tickets from £30.00
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Les Misérables has retained its crown as the longest-running musical in the West End for nearly 40 years. Over 130 million people worldwide have been captivated by this timeless tale of love, sacrifice, and redemption. This is a must-see on your plans when you visit London.

  • Booking until: Saturday, 6 September 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 50min. Incl. 15min interval.
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Cabaret

Kit Kat Club at the Playhouse

4.7 144 reviews 4.7 144 reviews Tickets from £36.00
Theatregoers (94%) i

The immersive and electrifying West End production of Cabaret has captivated London’s theatre scene. Enter the transformed Playhouse Theatre, where you're transported directly into the vibrant and turbulent world of 1930s Berlin.

  • Booking until: Saturday, 31 May 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Mousetrap

St Martins Theatre

4.5 1136 reviews 4.5 1136 reviews Tickets from £25.00
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Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap is the ultimate classic whodunit that has kept audiences on the edge of their seats for decades with its suspenseful plot and surprising twists. Experience the thrill of live mystery and see why this record-breaking play remains a timeless masterpiece of London's theatre scene.

  • Booking until: Saturday, 27 September 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 20min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Waiting For Godot

Theatre Royal Haymarket

4.2 13 reviews 4.2 13 reviews Tickets from £25.00

Lucian 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
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Phantom of the Opera

His Majesty's Theatre

4.8 3806 reviews 4.8 3806 reviews Tickets from £30.00
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The Phantom of the Opera is a timeless tale of love, obsession, and tragedy set in the glamourous world of the Paris Opera House. With its haunting music from Andrew Lloyd Wbber, opulent sets, and gripping storyline, The Phantom of the Opera has been captivating audiences across the world for over 37 years.

  • Booking until: Saturday, 27 September 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 20min interval.
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The Lion King

Lyceum Theatre

4.8 6957 reviews 4.8 6957 reviews Tickets from £45.75
Families (98%) Teenagers (90%) Couples (90%) Theatregoers (90%) i

Disney's The Lion King is an unparalleled West End theatrical experience, bringing the enchanting world of the African savannah to the stage in a mesmerising spectacle for all ages. Adapted from the 1994 animation film, The Lion King has been selling out to audiences for over two decades.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 26 October 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Tosca

Royal Opera House

4.8 6 reviews 4.8 6 reviews Tickets from £132.00
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The greatest threat to power is love. Compromise is for the weak: and Tosca is nothing of the sort. With her artist beau Cavaradossi (Adam Smith) competing for her affections against the sadistic police chief Scarpia (Noel Bouley), Tosca’s (Sinead Campbell Wallace) story becomes intertwined with the tumultuous political landscape of Rome itself.
  • Booking until: Friday, 13 December 2024
  • Running time: 3hr. Incl. 2 intervals.
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Mamma Mia!

Novello Theatre

4.8 4796 reviews 4.8 4796 reviews Tickets from £15.00
Families (94%) Teenagers (92%) Couples (94%) Theatregoers (93%) i

Now celebrating its 25th year in the West End, Mamma Mia! is an irresistible musical set to ABBA's timeless hits. The show contains 23 of the biggest ABBA hits, including unforgettable hits like "Dancing Queen", "Waterloo" and the title song "Mamma Mia".

  • Booking until: Saturday, 27 September 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 35min. Incl. 1 interval.
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The Book of Mormon

Prince of Wales Theatre

4.8 5363 reviews 4.8 5363 reviews Tickets from £24.00
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The Book of Mormon is a wildly entertaining, award-winning show that is as hilarious as it is heartfelt. Audiences worldwide have been captivated by this production which pushes boundaries whilst delivering laughs and unforgettable performances.

  • Booking until: Saturday, 22 March 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
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The Nutcracker - English National Ballet tickets Opens 12 Dec 2024 Opens 12 December 2024 The Nutcracker - English National Ballet

The Nutcracker - English National Ballet

London Coliseum

4.5 81 reviews 4.5 81 reviews Tickets from £36.00
Families (88%) Theatregoers (85%) i

English National Ballet's production of The Nutcracker has been enchanting audiences in London since 1950, and this year is no exception. Featuring over 100 dancers and musicians, watch as the classic fairytale bursts to life in the grand setting of the London Coliseum.

  • Opens: Thursday, 12 December 2024
    Booking until: Sunday, 12 January 2025
  • Running time: 2hr. Incl. 20min interval.
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The Play That Goes Wrong

Duchess Theatre

4.7 1998 reviews 4.7 1998 reviews Tickets from £24.00
Families (90%) Teenagers (88%) Couples (90%) Theatregoers (92%) i

The Play That Goes Wrong is an unmissable comedy, delivering laugh-out-loud moments as a fictional theatre company attempt to perform a murder mystery production collapses. Known for its brilliantly timed physical humour and unexpected mishaps, The Play That Goes Wrong is the longest-running comedy in the West End for a reason!

  • Booking until: Sunday, 1 February 2026
  • Running time: 2hr. Incl. 1 interval.
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Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake

Sadlers Wells

4.6 13 reviews 4.6 13 reviews Tickets from £54.00
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Classical ballet meets bold storytelling in this unforgettable reimaging of Swan Lake. With stunning choreography, powerful drama, and an all-male ensemble of swans, Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake is an iconic production that breaks boundaries and has captivated audiences of all ages worldwide.

  • Opens: Friday, 20 December 2024
    Booking until: Sunday, 26 January 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 20min. Incl. 1 interval.
  • Playing at: Sadlers Wells
  • Booking until: Sunday, 26 January 2025
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Faulty Towers The Dining Experience

President Hotel

4.7 420 reviews 4.7 420 reviews Tickets from £50.00
Families (85%) Couples (95%) Theatregoers (92%) i

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience debuted in Brisbane back in 1997 and is now a huge success across the world, including here in London. Enjoy the antics of Basil, Sybil and Manuel in a 2 hour interactive production whilst tucking into a 3-course lunch or dinner.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 21 December 2025
  • Running time: 2hr.
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Austentatious

Arts Theatre

5 6 reviews 5 6 reviews Tickets from £28.00
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The award-winning smash-hit comedy, as heard on BBC Radio 4, opens at the Arts Theatre. The all-star Austentatious cast improvise a hilarious new Jane Austen novel every night! Inspired entirely by a title from the audience and performed in period costume with live musical accompaniment - it’s a riotous, razor-sharp show where swooning is guaranteed.
  • Booking until: Monday, 16 December 2024
  • Running time: 1hr 45m. Incl. 1 interval.
  • Playing at: Arts Theatre
  • Booking until: Monday, 16 December 2024
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Guys and Dolls

The Bridge Theatre

4.7 137 reviews 4.7 137 reviews Tickets from £23.00
Teenagers (86%) Couples (91%) Theatregoers (99%) i

Experience 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.
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Harry Potter And The Cursed Child

Palace Theatre

4.7 56 reviews 4.7 56 reviews Tickets from £34.00
Families (89%) Teenagers (88%) Couples (86%) Theatregoers (93%) i

Rediscover the Wizarding World 19 years after the epic Battle of Hogwarts with the multi-award-winning production, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Jampacked with spectacular spells, embark on a mind-blowing race through time with one of London's most popular plays!

  • Booking until: Sunday, 29 June 2025
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Hamilton

Victoria Palace

4.7 758 reviews 4.7 758 reviews Tickets from £24.00
Teenagers (86%) Couples (88%) Theatregoers (94%) i

The award-winning and record-breaking Hamilton is delighting audiences at the Victoria Palace Theatre. This is a hugely popular musical based on America's founding father Alexander Hamilton's life with a book, music, and lyrics written by Lin-Manuel Miranda.

  • Booking until: Saturday, 27 September 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 45min. Incl. 15min interval.
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Bat Out of Hell

Peacock Theatre

4.7 608 reviews 4.7 608 reviews Tickets from £34.00
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Bat Out of Hell: The Musical roars back onto the London stage for a limited season in 2025, delivering a thrilling mix of rock anthems and an epic love story. Featuring the iconic hits of Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf, this high-octane production is a feast for the senses, packed with spectacular staging and heart-pounding energy.

  • Opens: Wednesday, 21 May 2025
    Booking until: Saturday, 7 June 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 40min. Incl. 1 Interval.
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Tina - The Tina Turner Musical

Aldwych Theatre

4.8 2740 reviews 4.8 2740 reviews Tickets from £15.00
Couples (94%) Theatregoers (96%) i
Opening back in March 2018, TINA is a musical about Turner’s transformation from humble beginnings in Nutbush, Tennessee to the global Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Book those tickets now so you too can enjoy such classics as Proud Mary live on stage.
  • Booking until: Saturday, 25 October 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
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The Great Gatsby tickets Opens 11 Apr 2025 Opens 11 April 2025 The Great Gatsby

The Great Gatsby

London Coliseum

4.5 77 reviews 4.5 77 reviews Tickets from £24.00
Couples (91%) Theatregoers (95%) i

Direct from a smash-hit on Broadway, The Great Gatsby: A New Musical heads to London in 2025. Experience F. Scott Fitzgerald’s ageless tale of love, wealth and ambition in this fresh and unforgettable production.

  • Opens: Friday, 11 April 2025
    Booking until: Sunday, 7 September 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. interval.
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The Simon & Garfunkel Story

London Palladium

4.6 16 reviews 4.6 16 reviews Tickets from £33.00
Families (88%) Couples (100%) Theatregoers (100%) i
Returning to London’s West End after a SOLD-OUT Worldwide tour with standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is back! Using huge projection photos and original film footage, the international hit show also features a full live band performing all the hits including 'Mrs Robinson', 'Cecilia', 'Bridge Over Troubled Water', 'Homeward Bound' and many more.
  • Opens: Monday, 10 February 2025
    Booking until: Monday, 10 February 2025
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Witness for the Prosecution by Agatha Christie

London County Hall

4.7 211 reviews 4.7 211 reviews Tickets from £18.00
Couples (91%) Theatregoers (96%) i

Step into London’s historic County Hall for Witness for the Prosecution, where Agatha Christie’s gripping courtroom drama unfolds in an unforgettable, immersive setting. This acclaimed production brings you up close to the suspense as shocking twists keep you guessing right until the final verdict.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 28 September 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 20min. Incl. 1 interval.
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SIX

Vaudeville Theatre

4.8 290 reviews 4.8 290 reviews Tickets from £41.00
Teenagers (93%) Couples (90%) Theatregoers (94%) i

SIX reinvents history with a fresh twist, giving the six wives of Henry VIII the spotlight to finally share their own stories. With catchy, empowering songs and electrifying choreography - this show is executed in a fierce pop concert that has captivated audiences worldwide.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 30 November 2025
  • Running time: 1hr 20min. No interval.
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Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular

Empress Museum

4.8 20 reviews 4.8 20 reviews Tickets from £54.00
Families (100%) Teenagers (85%) Couples (90%) Theatregoers (90%) i

Loosely based on the 2017 movie everyone loves, Come Alive! - The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular is a new London attraction situated in a purpose-built big top. With the finest in musical theatre and extraordinary circus skills, this is one for all the family to enjoy!

  • Booking until: Monday, 31 March 2025
  • Running time: 1hr 40min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Hadestown

Lyric Theatre

4.7 94 reviews 4.7 94 reviews Tickets from £24.00
Teenagers (86%) Couples (87%) Theatregoers (96%) i

Back in London five years after its sold-out run at the National Theatre, Hadestown transports audiences to a realm where love, hope, and redemption collide. The winner of 8 Tony Awards, Hadestown offers a unique fusion of ancient mythology and modern storytelling.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 28 September 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
  • Playing at: Lyric Theatre
  • Booking until: Sunday, 28 September 2025
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Back to The Future the Musical

Adelphi Theatre

4.8 1070 reviews 4.8 1070 reviews Tickets from £23.00
Families (96%) Teenagers (93%) Couples (92%) Theatregoers (92%) i

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.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 27 July 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 40min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Only Fools and Horses the Musical

Eventim Apollo

4.7 370 reviews 4.7 370 reviews Tickets from £17.50
Families (85%) Couples (94%) Theatregoers (92%) i

Only 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
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The Lehman Trilogy

Gillian Lynne Theatre

4.7 48 reviews 4.7 48 reviews Tickets from £24.00
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The 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.
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Magic Mike Live!

London Hippodrome

4.8 30 reviews 4.8 30 reviews Tickets from £47.00

Conceived and directed by Channing Tatum, Magic Mike Live offers an unforgettable night of electrifying, 360-degree entertainment inspired by the hit films. It’s steamy, it’s laugh-out-loud funny, and it’s the ultimate night out you’ve been longing for!

  • Booking until: Sunday, 31 August 2025
  • Running time: 1hr 30min. No interval.
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Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Piccadilly Theatre

4.9 1163 reviews 4.9 1163 reviews Tickets from £30.00
Couples (94%) Theatregoers (91%) i

Inspired by the 2001 film by Baz Luhrmann that starred Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor; passion, romance and spectacle collide in the dazzling extravaganza, Moulin Rouge The Musical! With its electrifying performances, extravagant costumes, and memorable score, Moulin Rouge! The Musical is a breathtaking celebration of love and the transformative power of art.

  • Booking until: Saturday, 24 May 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Mean Girls

Savoy Theatre

4.8 24 reviews 4.8 24 reviews Tickets from £25.00

Tina Fey's iconic 2004 film was hugely popular with Broadway audiences and now its here in London! Mean Girls is a fun, high-energy experience that hilarious explores high school drama, friendship and self-identity.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 8 June 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
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The Devil Wears Prada

Dominion Theatre

4.6 31 reviews 4.6 31 reviews Tickets from £30.00
Families (87%) Teenagers (87%) Couples (97%) Theatregoers (94%) i

The Devil Wears Prada is in the West End! Based on Lauren Wisberger's best-selling 2003 novel and the 2006 blockbuster film, the new musical features an all-star, award-winning creative team including Elton John and Jerry Mitchell.

  • Booking until: Saturday, 18 October 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Mrs. Doubtfire the Musical

Shaftesbury Theatre

4.8 315 reviews 4.8 315 reviews Tickets from £25.00
Families (97%) Teenagers (89%) Couples (89%) Theatregoers (89%) i

Delighting people for generations in a film that featured the beloved Robin Williams, Mrs Doubtfire has smoothly transitioned into a musical for all ages. The musical adaptation celebrates the timeless themes of family, love, and self-discovery whilst also mantaining a homage to the beloved film.

  • Booking until: Saturday, 26 April 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
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West End theatre tickets for legendary shows

Sometimes a musical captures the world’s imagination, taking off like a rocket. Now and again a new piece of drama has an unexpected impact so powerful it shoots to the top, selling out on tour and on Broadway. Occasionally there’s a magic show so extraordinary it makes the news. This category celebrates the West End productions making the biggest waves right now.

See a musical that gives you insights into the life and times of a band you’ve adored since childhood. Treat the family to the stage version of a book millions of children around the globe have loved for decades. See a play dating back hundreds of years whose message resonates just as powerfully today. Or one that started life small then grew and grew. These shows are rated highly, often by millions of theatregoers.

Some of these productions have been running continually in London for decades. Others are international phenomena, here for a strictly limited season before taking off on tour. Either way you won’t want to miss out. These productions attract packed houses, draw people in from every corner of the UK and beyond, get the best reviews from critics and appeal to the most people. Which will you see first?

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