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Discover the latest and greatest musicals and plays in London with our Guide to top theatre in the West End and beyond. Revisit your favourite show or find something new, with top seats and great ticket prices.

TOP PICKS

Our recommended shows to see in London’s West End right now and beyond. Find the best seats at great prices.

SIX The Musical – now booking to June 2026

Long to reign over London. The crowning glory of the West End, Broadway and beyond. History is about to get over-throne, live at the Vaudeville Theatre.

Prices from £39.75

Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular

Step into the spotlight at Come Alive!, the Big Top circus spectacular that combines incredible acrobatics with your favourite songs from the film – all in one immersive night out.

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Find tickets to must-see musicals in London’s West End. Browse to book an unforgettable theatre trip, with great prices and availability that also suit last-minute plans.

Fiddler On The Roof

24/05 – 19/07/2025

Barbican Theatre, London

It’s 1905 in the tiny village of Anatevka Tevye, a Jewish milkman, lives his life by their proud traditions. For his five daughters, that means a visit from the matchmaker. As each daughter challenges his beliefs, against the backdrop of a changing world, can Tevye hold on to his roots, or must he bend to the will of his children and learn to embrace the unfamiliar?

Price from £30

Mean Girls

Multiple dates

Savoy Theatre, London

Get in, loser, Broadway smash-hit Mean Girls is coming to London. Expect iconic characters, razor-sharp wit, and killer songs, from an award-winning creative team including writer Tina Fey, composer Jeff Richmond, lyricist Nell Benjamin and director and choreographer Casey Nicholaw.

Prices from £30

Oliver!

Book by 05/04/2025

Gielgud Theatre, London

Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of Lionel Bart’s iconic musical, Oliver!, directed and choreographed by Matthew Bourne, will open in London at the Gielgud Theatre on Saturday 14 December 2024, following a sold-out season at Chichester Festival Theatre.

With a sensational score, including Food Glorious Food, Consider Yourself, You’ve Got to Pick-a-Pocket or Two, I’d Do Anything and more.

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Stiletto

24/03 – 14/06/2025

Charing Cross Theatre, London

Stiletto, a new musical with Music and Lyrics by three-time Grammy nominee, Oscar and Golden Globe nominee Matthew Wilder (Disney’s Mulan), Book by double Olivier Award nominee Tim Luscombe (Noël Coward’s Easy Virtue, Terrence Rattigan’s The Browning Version and Harlequinade), is set in Venice, Europe’s opera capital.

Prices from £24.50

Plays

Experience the best West End drama on stage with the year’s blockbuster plays in London.

Farewell Mister Haffmann

05/03 – 12/04/2025

Park Theatre, London

One of France’s most successful and long-running plays, and winner of four Molière Awards, Farewell Mister Haffmann makes its London premiere after an acclaimed debut at Theatre Royal Bath Ustinov Studio.

It’s 1942 in Nazi-occupied Paris, Jewish jeweller Joseph Haffmann faces imminent danger as Jews are being rounded up across the city for deportation. Desperate, Joseph turns to his trusted employee Pierre Vigneau for help.

Prices from £18

Kyoto

09/01/2025 – 03/05/2025

@SohoPlace, London

Welcome to the Kyoto Conference Centre, 11 December 1997. The nations of the world are in deadlock and 11 hours have passed since the UN’s landmark climate conference should have ended. Time is running out and agreement feels a world away. The greatest obstacle: American oil lobbyist and master strategist, Don Pearlman…

Prices from £30

Retrograde

08/03 – 15/06/2025

Apollo Theatre, London

Sidney Poitier: Trailblazer, activist, icon. Ten years before he becomes the first Black man to win the Oscar for Best Actor, this gripping drama captures the moment a young Sidney Poitier prepares to sign a career-defining Hollywood contract that could make him a star. But there’s a catch. Will he put his career before his principles? In a time of betrayals, will he name names? Will he sign his life away?

Prices from £24

Rough Magic

19/07 – 23/08/2025

The Globe Theatre, London

Join us in the world of Shakespeare’s magical characters as Macbeth’s wonderfully wayward Weird Sisters cook up a supernaturally silly adventure of their own. The Weird Sisters need all the help they can get from their audience of supernatural apprentices (that’s you!) and invite you to come along to the show dressed as your favourite magical creature. Fairies, witches, ghosts, or monsters – wherever you belong!

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The Brightening Air

16/04 – 14/06/2025

The Old Vic, London

The family home is more than a building. And, for brother and sister Stephen and Billie, home is all they have. Mucking along in their decaying farmhouse, they’re doing just fine. That is, until the arrival of an ex-clergyman uncle with an unscrupulous plan, a sister-in-law seeking a miracle, and a prodigal brother hell-bent on trouble.

Prices from £26.50

The Crucible

09/05 – 13/07/2025

The Globe Theatre, London

Consumed by paranoia, superstition and a ruthless sense of justice, a climate of fear and mass hysteria sweeps through the town of Salem, Massachusetts when rumours grow that a group of girls are practicing witchcraft.

Revolutionary, award-winning American playwright Arthur Miller’s seminal, political history play about Salem in 1692, and McCarthy’s 1950’s America, is a timeless warning to us all.

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The Deep Blue Sea

07/05 – 21/06/2025

Theatre Royal Haymarket, London

Tamsin Greig stars in Terence Rattigan’s 1950’s study of obsession and the destructive power of love.

Hester Collyer, the daughter of a clergyman and wife of a judge is floundering in the closing stages of a hopeless affair. Freddie Page, her lover, a handsome but shallow ex-Battle of Britain pilot, is out of his depth in their relationship, overwhelmed by the strength of an emotion he is incapable of reciprocating…

Prices from £22.50

The Score

Book by 03/04/2025

Theatre Royal Haymarket, London

Legendary stage and screen actor Brian Cox (HBO’s multi-award winning Succession) stars as Johann Sebastian Bach in Oliver Cotton’s new play.

Spring 1747, Potsdam, Prussia. Johann Sebastian Bach reluctantly visits the court of Frederick II, Europe’s most ambitious and dangerous leader. The two men could hardly be more different and the explosive events of the following days could not have been predicted.

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Troilus and Cressida

26/09 – 26/10/2025

The Globe Theatre, London

The legends of Greece and Troy are gripped by an epic war, fighting for honour and bravery. As a thrilling, action-packed battle rages around them, Trojan prince Troilus falls deeply in love with Cressida, and they swear their eternal love…

But wait! That’s NOT the play we’re about to see. Fast forward eight years, and everything has ground to a halt in a seemingly pointless, exhausting conflict with no resolution in sight.

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Twelfth Night

08/08 – 14/08/2025

The Globe Theatre, London

In Illyria, it’s a day of celebration but not everyone is in the mood for frivolity: the lovesick duke; the mourning heiress; the besotted steward, to name a few.

Enter shipwrecked, grief-stricken Viola. As she quickly tries to learn the rules of this new bittersweet society, she soon finds herself in a strange love tangle, fuelled by loss, longing and secret desires. But love can be as changeable as the weather…

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LATEST NEWS

Mischief Theatre return to the West End with The Comedy About Spies, a new drama written by and starring the original cast.

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ABBA Voyage is now booking to January 2026 at London’s ABBA Arena.

Experience the music of Pasek and Paul in Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular, playing in a Big Top at the Empress Museum in London’s Earls Court, based on the 2017 film with all your favourite songs. We review the best musicals that adapted from screen to stage.

2025 offers a huge variety of new musicals and star-studded plays. Don’t miss Tom Hiddleston and Hayley Atwell in Jamie Lloyd’s five-star production of Much Ado About Nothing at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

Huge new musicals are coming to the West End in 2025, including Clueless The Musical, Disney’s Hercules at the iconic Theatre Royal Drury Lane and Just For One Day – The Live Aid Musical, which comes to the West End after sell-out run at The Old Vic. Tony Award-winning musical The Great Gatsby also makes its way across the pond in 2025, starring Jamie Muscato, Amber Davies and Rachel Tucker.

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WHAT’S THE BEST WEST END THEATRE SEAT FOR ME?

You’ve picked your theatre show, you’re excited, but now, where to sit? Stalls? Gallery? Multiple different circles? Choosing the best West End theatre seat can be a confusing endeavour for both experienced theatregoers and newbies alike. So we’ve put together a handy guide to help make choosing the best theatre seats easy.

1. Stalls

Originally known as the ‘the pit’, this was the cheap, standing-only area in the theatre, catering to the masses. Over the years stalls have transformed into some of the most desirable seats in many venues. Usually situated at street level and typically right in front of the stage, the stalls are at the heart of the action and provide excellent views. Performers feel close enough to touch as you witness every blink and facial expression. It’s worth noting, however, that in theatres with an overhang, seats towards the back of stalls can have restricted views. We’ll delve more into this later.

2. Premium seats

Want to make your theatre experience as special as possible? These are the seats for you. Premium theatre seating is typically situated in the centre of the stalls and just a few rows from the stage, or in the front few rows of the royal circle. Premium seats offer unparalleled views from the comfiest perches in the theatre. They allow you to capture every nuance of a performance. Ideally placed, these are also typically positioned to make the best of a venues acoustics. Your ears are in for as much of a treat as your eyes. Perfect for special occasions or a highly anticipated showing, you can turn any event into the most memorable occasion with premium seating.  

3. Dress circle or royal circle

Let’s head on up a level to the dress, or royal circle as it’s known in some theatres. This view from an elevated position allows you to witness all the action without missing a beat. Fantastic for musicals or productions where the full length of the stage is utilised. This section can also feature an overhang, often allowing those in the front few rows to be as close to the performers as those in stalls.

Want more? Read the full article detailing Upper Circle, Gallery and Restricted View seats here.

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Theatre Guide

Ticketmaster’s West End Guide is dedicated to the best London theatre shows and entertainment for 2025, 2026 and beyond. Whether you’re looking for West End theatre tickets for today, tomorrow or months in advance, we’ve got you covered with listings of over 60 shows currently on sale in the London’s West End.

Book your tickets for London theatre direct from Ticketmaster for ground-breaking musicals including Hamilton, MAMMA MIA! and Wicked, to Olivier Award-winning plays such as Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One & Two and Stranger Things: The First Shadow.

Our London theatre guide is designed to help you find tickets to your next favourite show, from long-runners to new musicals and plays, all hand-picked by our West End experts. From legendary shows including The Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, The Mousetrap and more, to new star-studded plays such as My Master Builder starring Ewan McGregor and Elizabeth Debicki, and Much Ado About Nothing, starring Tom Hiddleston and Hayley Atwell. We even have unbeatable British musicals that transfer straight to the West End, including fan favourite SIX The Musical.

Want to buy London West End theatre tickets for tonight? No problem. Our guide lists all shows currently on sale in the West End so you can explore musicals and plays by date of performance and secure your tickets for that last-minute treat.

Looking for the perfect gift? West End theatre tickets make the perfect gift for someone you love and with our discounted offers and exclusive prices you can even save yourself a few pennies while making someone’s night. We even have exclusive access to a range of Premium seats, guaranteeing the best views of the stage and an unbeatable theatre experience.

With West End theatre shows on every day of the week, you’re bound to find something you’ll love. What are you waiting for? Discover your new favourite West End show in our top guide.

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FAQs

In 2025 and beyond, many West End theatres are open on Sundays for matinees and in some cases evening performances.

The following musicals and theatre shows can be attended on Sundays in London:

Matinees are afternoon performances and times vary depending on the show. Matinees are typically on Wednesdays or Thursdays, and Saturdays, with some shows now adding more matinees during the week, especially around half terms and holidays.

These musicals have matinee peformances on Wednesday and Saturday at 14:30: Disney’s The Lion King, Hadestown, Hamilton, Just For One Day – The Live Aid Musical, Les Misérables, Oliver!, The Devil Wears Prada, The Phantom of the Opera and Wicked.

These musicals have matinee performances on Thursday and Saturday at 14:30: Clueless The Musical, Disney’s Hercules, Mean Girls, MJ The Musical, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Mrs. Doubtfire, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical and Witness for the Prosecution.

The following musicals and theatre shows have matinee peformances at other times:

Our Theatre Guide has all of the top theatre shows in London, and you can find the matinee times for all West End shows here.

Ticketmaster has offers and best prices on tickets throughout the year, with exclusive discounts, no fees and savings on top West End shows.

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Evening performances of shows in the West End usually start at 19:30, with doors opening at theatres from 18:30 onward. There can be some variations on this, so it is best to check your ticket for earlier or later start times.

London and West End shows vary on length, depending whether it is a play or musical, or if it has an interval. Standard running time can be from 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes, so it is best to check the information on running times for the specific show you have booked.

Intervals are typically between 15 and 20 minutes.

Views are different depending on where you sit in a London theatre. The Stalls are usually on the ground floor, and offer the best, closest views of the stage.

The Dress Circle or Royal Circle is usually the middle level, or top level in smaller theatres, and gives you a top-down view of the stage, which is great for musicals and big dance numbers. Boxes are usually located at Dress Circle height.

The Grand Circle is typically the highest tier in the theatre, but you can usually access seats at great prices. Be aware that legroom may be limited in these sections.

Most London theatres will allow one small bag to place under your seat. You will be advised not to bring large bags to venues, but each theatre will have its own policy. If you are planning on bringing more than a rucksack or handbag, it is best to check with the theatre you are visiting.

London’s West End is located in central London, west of the City of London and generally makes up the areas around Leicester Square and Covent Garden. There are over 39 theatres in the West End, located on various streets across the city.

The most famous street is Shaftesbury Avenue, with the Apollo Theatre, Lyric Theatre, Gielgud Theatre, Sondheim Theatre, home to Les Misérables, and Magic Mike Live’s Hippodrome Casino Theatre all on one street, with the Piccadilly Theatre and Criterion Theatre nearby at Piccadilly Circus.

In Covent Garden is the Duke of York’s Theatre, Noël Coward Theatre, Gillian Lynne Theatre, the Lyceum Theatre, which is home to Disney’s The Lion King, plus TINA’s Aldwych Theatre and the Novello Theatre with MAMMA MIA!. Further theatres include the London Coliseum, Fortune Theatre, Duchess Theatre, Trafalgar Theatre, and the West End’s oldest theatre, the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, which will house Disney’s Hercules from June 2025. Matilda The Musical also plays at Cambridge Theatre in Seven Dials.

In Leicester Square you can find the Prince of Wales Theatre, home to The Book of Mormon, the Garrick Theatre, the Arts Theatre, Wyndham’s Theatre, St Martin’s Theatre, the Ambassadors Theatre and Palace Theatre, hosting Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

There are also multiple theatres on The Strand, which is close by to Charing Cross and Embankment. SIX The Musical plays at the Vaudeville Theatre, with the Adelphi Theatre and Savoy Theatre nearby. The Playhouse Theatre, currently The Kit Kat Club, is located on Embankment.

Further afield you can find Wicked at the Apollo Victoria Theatre and Hamilton at Victoria Palace Theatre, near to Victoria Station, and The London Palladium on Argyll Street, close to Oxford Circus. Haymarket features The Phantom of the Opera’s His Majesty’s Theatre, plus Theatre Royal Haymarket and the Harold Pinter Theatre.

More theatre just outside of the West End include the Barbican Theatre at Barbican, the National Theatre and The Old Vic near Waterloo, plus Phoenix Theatre, Prince Edward Theatre, Dominion Theatre, Shaftesbury Theatre and @sohoplace near Soho and Tottenham Court Road. The Bridge Theatre is located at London Bridge.

Most London theatres offer access-friendly facilities. All access bookings must be made directly with the theatre.

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