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What’s On in the West End – London Shows in 2026

58th Street
Experiences58th Street
5.0
3 reviews
Welcome to the jazz age!
From £120
A Christmas Carol
PlayA Christmas Carol
Opens November 12, 2026
4.8
796 reviews
Don't be a Scrooge, celebrate the season with A Christmas Carol tickets!
From £29
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
PlayA Midsummer Night’s Dream
Join the revellers with Shakespeare's classic comedy A Midsummer Night's Dream
From £31
ABBA Voyage
MusicalABBA Voyage
4.7
939 reviews
You can dance, you can jive at the incredible ABBA Arena!
From £49
Abigail's Party
PlayAbigail's Party
3.7
6 reviews
Pour the drinks, pass the pineapple sticks, and brace for the ultimate suburban meltdown.
Offer
From £20
Valid all performances 12 August - 12 September 2026. Book by 12 September 2026.
Adriana Mater
OperaAdriana Mater
Opens November 28, 2026A mother, a son, and the impossible question: can love break the cycle of violence?
From £26
Alcina
OperaAlcina
Opens September 15, 2026Handel's enchanting opera returns to the Royal Ballet and Opera House
From £51
Alice In Wonderland - Soho Theatre Walthamstow
PlayAlice In Wonderland - Soho Theatre Walthamstow
Nonsense reigns supreme in this acclaimed adaptation of Alice in Wonderland!
From £0
Angel's Bone
OperaAngel's Bone
Opens October 16, 2026Two fallen angels. One desperate couple. A haunting Pulitzer Prize-winning opera about exploitation, power and survival.
From £26
Arcadia
PlayArcadia
Tom Stoppard’s classic is back in the West End!
Offer
From £25
Valid all performances until 5 September 2026. Book by 5 September 2026.
Around the World in 80 Days
PlayAround the World in 80 Days
Pack your bags and hold onto your hats - the race is on!
From £29
As You Like It
PlayAs You Like It
“Now go we in content To liberty, and not to banishment.”
From £7
August Wilson’s Fences
PlayAugust Wilson’s Fences
Opens October 6, 2026A powerful American family drama about legacy, limits and what’s passed down.
From £13
Austentatious
PlayAustentatious
4.8
143 reviews
Austentatious, an entirely improvised Jane Austen period parody play. You choose the name.
From £27
Avenue Q
MusicalAvenue Q
Avenue Q is back on the block!
From £31
Avenue Q Ticket and On Stage Photo Op
MusicalAvenue Q Ticket and On Stage Photo Op
Have an on stage photo with a member of the Avenue Q cast!
From £0
Valid 13 August 2026 at 2.30pm Book by 6 July 2026.
Be Like Blippi
MusicalBe Like Blippi
Put on your orange glasses and get ready to see the world more curiously!
Offer
From £15
Valid on all performances 14 - 30 August 2026. Book by 30 August 2026.
Beetlejuice The Musical
MusicalBeetlejuice The Musical
It's showtime! Beetlejuice The Musical has arrived in London
Offer
From £30
BOOK 7+WEEKS AHEAD AND SAVE
Beetlejuice Ticket and Cast Q&A
MusicalBeetlejuice Ticket and Cast Q&A
Opens September 21, 2026Beetlejuice Ticket and Cast Q&A
Offer
From £70
Valid 21 September 2026. Book by 31 August 2026.
Berlin
PlayBerlin
Opens March 10, 2027One night, two lives and a past that refuses to leave.
From £19
Bill Bailey - Vaudevillean
ExperiencesBill Bailey - Vaudevillean
Opens December 16, 2026The award-winning comedian is back in London for a West End residency
From £22
Billy Elliot The Musical
MusicalBilly Elliot The Musical
Opens February 12, 2027The legendary musical Billy Elliot is returning to London in 2027!
From £36
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Brainiac Live!
PlayBrainiac Live!
4.0
22 reviews
Safety goggles on, time to witness things you shouldn't try at home!
From £24
Breaking the Waves
OperaBreaking the Waves
Opens February 13, 2027Breaking the Waves
From £26
Buffy Revamped
PlayBuffy Revamped
Opens October 12, 2026
4.8
5 reviews
Seventy minutes. Seven seasons. One Spike.
From £31
Cabaret
MusicalCabaret
4.6
1,114 reviews
Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, London. Wilkommen!
From £42
Carmen
OperaCarmen
An all-star cast brings Damiano Michieletto’s white-hot production to life
From £57
Cats
MusicalCats
The global hit is back for 7-weeks only!
From £78
Ceilidh
MusicalCeilidh
Opens October 21, 2026The band's already playing. Find yourself a hand to hold
From £31
Cinderella
MusicalCinderella
Opens November 14, 2026When the shoe fits... a fairytale begins.
From £13
Cinderella: Buttons Undone!
PantomimeCinderella: Buttons Undone!
Opens November 21, 2026Cinderella: Buttons Undone!
From £28
Cirque Alice
DanceCirque Alice
Opens December 12, 2026Go down, down the rabbit hole with Cirque Alice
From £38
Cirque Berserk
DanceCirque Berserk
Opens October 21, 2026
4.3
21 reviews
Real Circus - made for the Theatre!
From £31
Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular
MusicalCome Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular
4.7
244 reviews
This is the greatest show!
From £59
Cyrano de Bergerac
PlayCyrano de Bergerac
4.5
241 reviews
Adrian Lester and Susannah Fielding star in Cyrano de Bergerac
From £19
Valid on all evening performances 5 - 31 August 2026. Book by 16 August.
Death Note – The Musical
MusicalDeath Note – The Musical
Write a name. Change the world.
Offer
From £50
Valid for all performances 6 August - 10 September 2026 Excluding Saturday matinees Book by 10am 25 August 2026
Death Note Ticket and Post Show Cast Q&A
MusicalDeath Note Ticket and Post Show Cast Q&A
Opens September 1, 2026Watch the world premiere, then chat to the cast with this exclusive Death Note Ticket and Post Show Cast Q&A ticket
Offer
From £105
Valid 1 September 2026. Book by 31 July 2026.
Deep-Heat Rivalry
MusicalDeep-Heat Rivalry
Opens September 11, 2026It’s not just a rivalry. It’s a full-contact comedy.
From £32
Dinosaur World Live
PlayDinosaur World Live
Experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this interactive family show
From £13
Dirty Dancing
MusicalDirty Dancing
Opens October 16, 2026Get ready for the time of your life...
From £103
Disney's Hercules
MusicalDisney's Hercules
4.5
239 reviews
Last chance to see! Disney's Hercules plays at Theatre Royal Drury Lane until 5th September
From £36
Dog Man: The Musical
MusicalDog Man: The Musical
Part dog, part man, and ALL HERO!!
From £0
Don Giovanni
OperaDon Giovanni
Opens September 10, 2026Opera’s most infamous womanizer returns
From £51
English National Ballet - Rhythm Riot
DanceEnglish National Ballet - Rhythm Riot
Opens September 24, 2026English National Ballet - Rhythm Riot
From £19
English National Ballet: Romeo and Juliet
DanceEnglish National Ballet: Romeo and Juliet
Opens January 14, 2027
3.9
15 reviews
This stunning ballet returns to the London Coliseum for its 50th anniversary
From £31
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience
ExperiencesFaulty Towers The Dining Experience
4.4
145 reviews
Tuck into this highly improvised, highly interactive and fully immersive show!
From £68.50
Flamenc Oh!!
DanceFlamenc Oh!!
Opens September 30, 2026Flamenc Oh!! High-voltage flamenco meets hilarious musical theatre.
From £22
Franz & Marie
MusicalFranz & Marie
Opens September 28, 2026A dark, folk-infused musical reimagining of Woyzeck, where love, war and trauma collide.
From £25
From The Heart
ConcertFrom The Heart
Opens October 8, 2026From The Heart
From £43
Gilbert O’Sullivan Celebrating 60 Years of Music
ConcertGilbert O’Sullivan Celebrating 60 Years of Music
Opens November 8, 2026An unforgettable evening with one of Britain's greatest songwriters
From £42
GIOVANNI - Unstoppable
DanceGIOVANNI - Unstoppable
Opens May 16, 2027The Strictly Come Dancing champion is back, and he's unstoppable!
From £46
Grease - The Immersive Movie Musical
MusicalGrease - The Immersive Movie Musical
Step inside Rydell High!
From £42
Gruffalo
PlayGruffalo
4.3
282 reviews
Join Mouse on a journey through the deep dark wood…
From £13
Hadestown
MusicalHadestown
4.7
444 reviews
Welcome to Hadestown, where a song can change your fate
From £31
Hadestown Ticket + Onstage Photo Op
MusicalHadestown Ticket + Onstage Photo Op
5.0
2 reviews
Have an on stage photo with a member of the Hadestown cast!
From £0
Valid 2 September 2026. Book by 31 July 2026.
Hamilton
MusicalHamilton
4.7
3,800 reviews
The hit musical by Lin-Manuel Miranda.
From £25
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
PlayHarry Potter and the Cursed Child
4.7
2,492 reviews
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in London...experience the magic for yourself.
From £31
Hay Fever
PlayHay Fever
Opens September 22, 2026
4.1
37 reviews
Hay Fever starring Christine Baranski and Richard E. Grant in Noël Coward's comedy of bad manners
From £55
<p>Hay Fever Price Band A reduced to &pound;37.50. Offer valid until 1st August and subject to availability.</p>
Heathers The Musical
MusicalHeathers The Musical
4.8
842 reviews
Heathers is back and people are dying for tickets!
From £39
Valid Monday - Friday evening performances 24 July - 14 August 2026. Book by 14 August 2026.
Here Comes J. Edgar! A Comedy Musical
MusicalHere Comes J. Edgar! A Comedy Musical
A new comedy musical about the love of power and the power of love
From £0
High School Musical
MusicalHigh School Musical
Opens October 12, 2026Harry Judd joins High School Musical for its London run.
From £40
High Society - Bromley
MusicalHigh Society - Bromley
Opens October 6, 2026Helen George leads Cole Porter’s classic
From £76
Hit Machine
PlayHit Machine
Hit Machine
From £0
Holy Fool
PlayHoly Fool
Opens August 27, 2026One composer. One dictator. One deadly performance.
From £28
Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits
PlayHorrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits
4.6
5 reviews
Horrible Histories returns to London!
From £24
Hot Mess: A New Musical
MusicalHot Mess: A New Musical
It's a breakup story billions of years in the making
Offer
From £15
Valid for Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday evening and Sunday performances from 8 to 30 August 2026. Book by 30 August 2026.
How The Other Half Loves
PlayHow The Other Half Loves
Roger Allam and Dorothy Atkinson star in Ayckbourn's witty comedy
From £18
CHAT NOIR!
ExperiencesCHAT NOIR!
London's secret Parisian cabaret experience
Offer
From £100
Valid Wednesday , Thursday and Sunday performances 17 June - 28 September 2026. Book by 28 September 2026.
Christmas Carol Goes Wrong
PlayChristmas Carol Goes Wrong
Opens December 18, 2026
4.8
44 reviews
Mischief Theatre are back. God help us, every one!
From £31
I'm Every Woman - The Chaka Khan Musical
MusicalI'm Every Woman - The Chaka Khan Musical
Starring Alexandra Burke as Chaka Khan
Offer
From £15
Valid all performances 14 August - 27 September- 2026. Book by 23 August 2026.
I'm Every Woman -Ticket and Onstage Photo Op
MusicalI'm Every Woman -Ticket and Onstage Photo Op
Opens August 27, 2026I'm Every Woman - The Chaka Khan Musical Ticket and Onstage Photo Op
Offer
From £100
Valid 27 August 2026 at 2.30pm Book by 31 July 2026.
Into The Woods
MusicalInto The Woods
Opens September 22, 2026
4.8
33 reviews
Why would you go into the woods?
From £19
Iphigenie en Tauride
OperaIphigenie en Tauride
Opens November 6, 2026Iphigenie en Tauride
From £26
Ivanov
PlayIvanov
Opens July 27, 2027Chris Pine stars in Simon Stone's bold adaptation
From £36
Jack and the Beanstalk
PlayJack and the Beanstalk
The Australian Shakespeare Company brings Jack and the Beanstalk to the Royal Botanic Gardens in Kew.
From £25
Jeeves and Wooster in 'Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves'
PlayJeeves and Wooster in 'Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves'
4.0
9 reviews
Jeeves and Wooster's Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves returns to the Actors Church
From £29
Jeeves Takes Charge
PlayJeeves Takes Charge
Sam Harrison plays all twenty-two characters in this PG Wodehouse classic
From £22
Jersey Boys
MusicalJersey Boys
4.8
2,468 reviews
The iconic story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons returns on its 20th anniversary tour.
Offer
From £20
Valid for Monday to Thursday performances 24 -27 August 2026, excluding Thursday evening performances. Book by 27 August 2026.
Jesus Christ Superstar
MusicalJesus Christ Superstar
Sam Ryder stars as Jesus in this summer's most talked about show
From £128
Jesus Christ Superstar - Theatre Royal Drury Lane
MusicalJesus Christ Superstar - Theatre Royal Drury Lane
Opens October 16, 2026Sam Ryder leads the iconic rock opera as it arrives at Theatre Royal Drury Lane this autumn.
From £34
Johannes Radebe: Finally Home
DanceJohannes Radebe: Finally Home
Opens May 9, 2027Johannes Radebe is back!
From £37
Julius Caesar
PlayJulius Caesar
Opens November 6, 2026Experience Shakespeare’s epic thriller Julius Caesar in the intimate, candlelit setting of the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.
From £7
Kai - My Revolution
DanceKai - My Revolution
Opens July 25, 2027Kai - My Revolution
From £39
Kaspar: Prince of Cats
PlayKaspar: Prince of Cats
Kaspar: Prince of Cats is a magical family adventure purrfect for everyone
From £22
Kimberly Akimbo
MusicalKimberly Akimbo
Opens August 28, 2026"I want an adventure while I still can! And it's gonna be scary and fun and really stupid"
From £49
King John
PlayKing John
Opens February 20, 2027A rarely staged Shakespearean history brought vividly to life by candlelight.
From £7
La traviata
OperaLa traviata
Opens February 3, 2027
3.4
11 reviews
The ENO season presents one of the greatest operatic love stories of all time, La traviata
From £26
Les Miserables
MusicalLes Miserables
4.8
6,908 reviews
Storm the barricades for a Les Mis London ticket.
From £31
Leslie Odom, Jr.
ConcertLeslie Odom, Jr.
Opens October 31, 2026The Tony Award-winning Broadway star brings an unforgettable evening of music, storytelling and Hamilton favourites to London.
Offer
From £121
Valid 31 October 2026. Book by 31 October 2026.
Love Never Dies The Musical in Concert
MusicalLove Never Dies The Musical in Concert
Starring Jamie Muscato as Phantom
From £60
Love’s Labour’s Lost
PlayLove’s Labour’s Lost
“All is not won that is desired.”
From £7
Magic Mike Live
MusicalMagic Mike Live
4.7
765 reviews
Channing Tatum's Magic Mike Live at the Hippodrome has everything you could ever want!
From £48
Magic Queen - Magic Tour 40th Anniversary Tour
ConcertMagic Queen - Magic Tour 40th Anniversary Tour
Opens November 30, 2026Magic Queen - Magic Tour 40th Anniversary Tour
From £39
Mamma Mia ticket and On Stage Photo Op
MusicalMamma Mia ticket and On Stage Photo Op
Opens September 8, 2026Have an on stage photo with a member of the MAMMA MIA! cast!
From £0
Valid 8 September 2026. Book by 31 July 2026.
MAMMA MIA!
MusicalMAMMA MIA!
4.8
9,725 reviews
MAMMA MIA! how we can't resist you!
GREAT VALUE GUARANTEED
From £19
BOOK 12 +WEEKS AHEAD AND SAVE
Mamma Mia! The Party
MusicalMamma Mia! The Party
You can dance, you can jive, you can have the time of your life!
From £0
Manon
DanceManon
Opens October 13, 2026
4.9
61 reviews
A full-blooded ballet of love, decadence and passion.
From £44
Martin Guerre
MusicalMartin Guerre
Opens October 1, 2026A bold new revival of the Olivier Award-winning musical from the creators of Les Misérables.
From £29
Matilda The Musical
MusicalMatilda The Musical
4.7
5,085 reviews
Roald Dahl's darkly comic musical continues to wow West End audiences.
GREAT VALUE GUARANTEED
From £20
BOOK 12+ WEEKS AHEAD & SAVE
Million Dollar Quartet
MusicalMillion Dollar Quartet
Opens September 4, 2026See the Tony Award-winning musical at the Arts at Marble Arch Theatre
From £31
Mixed Event Test
PantomimeMixed Event Test
This is test for mixed event
From £20
Moulin Rouge! The Musical
MusicalMoulin Rouge! The Musical
4.8
4,040 reviews
Pop the champagne and prepare for the spectacular spectacular Moulin Rouge! The Musical
Offer
From £30
Valid Monday - Thursday performances 3 August - 1 October 2026. Book by 1 September 2026.
Much Ado About Nothing
PlayMuch Ado About Nothing
Therein do men from children nothing differ
From £7
Murder, She Didn't Write
PlayMurder, She Didn't Write
5.0
4 reviews
Play detective with this improvised murder mystery
From £24
My Neighbour Totoro
PlayMy Neighbour Totoro
4.9
1,018 reviews
Enter a world of magic and wonder with My Neighbour Totoro - a perfect enchanted adventure
GREAT VALUE GUARANTEED
From £19
BOOK 12+ WEEKS AHEAD & SAVE
My Son's A Queer, But What Can You Do
PlayMy Son's A Queer, But What Can You Do
Opens September 16, 2026
4.7
62 reviews
Rob Madge brings their award winning show back to London!
From £25
National Youth Ballet – Echoes of Tomorrow
DanceNational Youth Ballet – Echoes of Tomorrow
Opens September 5, 2026See the stars of tomorrow in National Youth Ballet's inspiring new mixed bill.
From £19
Nine Night
PlayNine Night
Opens November 12, 2026
4.5
111 reviews
Some secrets don’t make it to the grave.
From £19
Now You See Me Live
ConcertNow You See Me Live
The magical film series has transformed for the stage
Offer
From £25
Valid Monday - Friday and Sunday performances 31 July - 4 September 2026. Book by 4 September 2026.
Nutcracker - London Coliseum
DanceNutcracker - London Coliseum
Opens December 17, 2026
4.6
664 reviews
The Nutcracker is a magical Christmas tradition for all the family!
From £31
Oh, Mary!
PlayOh, Mary!
4.4
73 reviews
An uproariously dark comedy about Mary Todd Lincoln
From £36
Oliver!
MusicalOliver!
4.9
651 reviews
Experience the Olivier Award-winning family musical today!
From £25
One Day The Musical
MusicalOne Day The Musical
Opens November 17, 2026Jamie Muscato and Sharon Rose star in One Day The Musical
ON SALE NOW
From £37
Operation Mincemeat
MusicalOperation Mincemeat
Operation Mincemeat at Fortune Theatre - the story of how a disguised corpse won the war.
EXCLUSIVE ACCESS ON SALE
From £62
Paddington The Musical
MusicalPaddington The Musical
Paddington has swapped Windsor Gardens for the West End!
From £42
Paranormal Activity
PlayParanormal Activity
4.7
21 reviews
Paranormal Activity brings the global horror phenomenon to the stage
From £34
Peppa Pig's Big Family Show!
PlayPeppa Pig's Big Family Show!
Opens December 4, 2026
3.7
39 reviews
Peppa Pig is back with a brand new stage show!
From £13
Phantom of the Opera
MusicalPhantom of the Opera
4.8
8,615 reviews
Almost 40 years on, the West End still falls for the Music of the Night
From £31
Pride
MusicalPride
A joy-filled new musical based on an incredible true story
From £0
RENT
MusicalRENT
Opens September 26, 2026
5.0
7 reviews
The groundbreaking rock musical returns to London in autumn 2026
From £30
RepresentAsian: An Evening of Asian Talent
ConcertRepresentAsian: An Evening of Asian Talent
Celebrate diversity and inclusivity in this exceptional concert.
From £25
Room On The Broom Live
PlayRoom On The Broom Live
4.4
79 reviews
Iggety ziggety zaggety zoom! Room on the Broom flies back into the West End!
From £13
Sabrage
MusicalSabrage
4.9
22 reviews
A vintage blend of cabaret and French glamour
From £37
Scrooge - Cirque Extravaganza
DanceScrooge - Cirque Extravaganza
Opens December 23, 2026An enchanting mix of musical theatre with cirque wow factor
Offer
From £30
Valid all performances 23 - 28 December 2026. Book by 28 December 2026.
Showstopper! The Improvised Musical
MusicalShowstopper! The Improvised Musical
Showstopper! The Improvised Musical returns to London's West End for a limited time only!
From £29
Sinatra The Musical
MusicalSinatra The Musical
Start spreadin' the news, the king of swing is back
Offer
From £25
BOOK 8 +WEEKS AHEAD AND SAVE
Six
MusicalSix
4.7
1,321 reviews
Six The Musical reigns at London's Vaudeville Theatre
From £42
Six - Singalong
MusicalSix - Singalong
4.9
9 reviews
Singalong with the queens of Six in Six the singalong at the Vaudeville Theatre!
From £42
Stick Man
PlayStick Man
4.3
15 reviews
More fun than you can shake a stick at!
From £19
STORIES - The Tap Dance Sensation
DanceSTORIES - The Tap Dance Sensation
Opens October 14, 2026STORIES - The Tap Dance Sensation
From £22
Stranger Things : The First Shadow
PlayStranger Things : The First Shadow
4.7
686 reviews
See the world of Stranger Things like never before with STRANGER THINGS: The First Shadow
Offer
From £25
Valid Tuesday–Thursday performances and Friday matinees, 2–25 June 2026 excluding 4–5, 11 and 18 June and 1 September - 23 October 2026. Book by 23 October 2026.
Table 17
PlayTable 17
Opens September 17, 2026The New York Times Critics' Pick transfers to The Kiln
From £19
Tao of Glass
MusicalTao of Glass
Part-concert, part-performance, and one hell of a West End premiere!
From £31
Tartuffe (Remixed)
PlayTartuffe (Remixed)
Opens September 4, 2026Tartuffe (Remixed)
From £58
The Animals Come to the Table
PlayThe Animals Come to the Table
Opens December 11, 2026What if the natural world finally had a seat at the table?
From £7
The Ballad of Johnny and June - Glasgow
MusicalThe Ballad of Johnny and June - Glasgow
Johnny Cash and June Carter, a love story that defined an era
From £34
The Ballet Icons Gala
DanceThe Ballet Icons Gala
Opens February 21, 2027
4.3
6 reviews
Starring internationally acclaimed ballet stars and exceptional emerging talent
From £44
The Banality of Evil: Hannah Arendt, France, 1940
PlayThe Banality of Evil: Hannah Arendt, France, 1940
Opens October 7, 2026The Banality of Evil: Hannah Arendt, France, 1940
From £19
The Book of Mormon
MusicalThe Book of Mormon
4.8
7,988 reviews
London’s hit musical comedy from the creators of South Park
From £25
The Car Man
DanceThe Car Man
4.9
34 reviews
Fasten your seat belts, Matthew Bourne's The Car Man returns!
Offer
From £19
Valid Tuesday - Sunday performances 5 - 29 August 2026. Book by 29 August 2026
The Comedy About Spies
PlayThe Comedy About Spies
4.8
310 reviews
CIA. KGB. LOL
From £19
Valid Tuesday - Saturday evening performances 12 - 29 August and Tuesday - Friday and Sunday evening performances 1 - 23 September 2026. Book by 16 August 2026.
The Devil Wears Prada
MusicalThe Devil Wears Prada
4.6
1,994 reviews
Elton John's new musical The Devil Wears Prada is now playing in the West End.
GREAT VALUE GUARANTEED
From £28
BOOK 6+ WEEKS AHEAD & SAVE
The Elvis Years
MusicalThe Elvis Years
4.0
82 reviews
The UK's premier Elvis event comes to the West End's Dominion Theatre for one night only!
From £28
The Enormous Crocodile - Lyric Hammersmith
MusicalThe Enormous Crocodile - Lyric Hammersmith
For my lunch today I would like... a nice juicy little child!
From £0
The Hunger Games On Stage
PlayThe Hunger Games On Stage
A gripping live adaptation of The Hunger Games — survival, sacrifice, and rebellion.
GREAT VALUE GUARANTEED
From £28
BOOK 3 +WEEKS AHEAD AND SAVE UP TO 48%
The Cherry Orchard
PlayThe Cherry Orchard
Opens October 26, 2026Kristin Scott Thomas returns to the West End in The Cherry Orchard
ON SALE NOW
From £25
The Importance of Being Oscar
PlayThe Importance of Being Oscar
The Importance of Being Oscar
From £19
The Last Ship
MusicalThe Last Ship
Opens September 22, 2026Book tickets to Sting's powerful new production of The Last Ship in London.
From £67
The Lion King
MusicalThe Lion King
4.8
14,426 reviews
Disney’s award-winning musical has been stunning West End audiences for 25 years.
From £43
The Little Match Girl — Ballo Arthur Pita
DanceThe Little Match Girl — Ballo Arthur Pita
Opens December 3, 2026
5.0
2 reviews
Hans Christian Andersen challenged humanity in his classical tale of a pure soul and the cruel world.
From £20
The Lives of Others
PlayThe Lives of Others
Opens October 14, 2026Keira Knightley, Stephen Dillane and Luke Thompson star in a chilling story where listening changes everything.
From £37
The Magic Flute
OperaThe Magic Flute
Opens December 13, 2026
4.6
15 reviews
Magic flutes, monstrous serpents, and a quest for love.
From £51
<p>Up to &pound;30 off The Magic Flute! Offer valid on selected performances. Subject to availability.&nbsp;</p>
The Master Builder
PlayThe Master Builder
Opens October 16, 2026A gripping revival of Ibsen's timeless drama about ambition, legacy and the price of success.
From £15
The Mousetrap
PlayThe Mousetrap
4.6
2,654 reviews
Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap is a West End staple. Do you know whodunnit?
From £31
The Oresteia
PlayThe Oresteia
The Greek tragedy that plays out like a binge-worthy TV thriller.
From £36
The Play That Goes Wrong
PlayThe Play That Goes Wrong
4.7
5,314 reviews
Anything that can go wrong will, with The Play That Goes Wrong!
From £31
The Producers
MusicalThe Producers
4.7
133 reviews
It's a disaster, a catastrophe, an outrage! The Producers plays at the Garrick Theatre!
From £31
Valid on all performances 10 August - 15 September 2026. Book by 14 August 2026.
The Seagull
PlayThe Seagull
A play by Anton Chekhov in a new translation by Rory Mullarkey
From £7
The Seven Deadly Sins / The Human Voice
OperaThe Seven Deadly Sins / The Human Voice
Opens September 11, 2026Two haunting operas. One unforgettable portrait of ambition, love and loss.
From £31
The Smartest Giant in Town
PlayThe Smartest Giant in Town
Opens December 9, 2026
4.6
60 reviews
Get ready for a giant-sized adventure as Julia Donaldson's classic takes to the stage!
From £16
The Smile of Her
PlayThe Smile of Her
The Smile of Her
From £16
The Standard of Living
PlayThe Standard of Living
Opens September 21, 2026Rory Kinnear stars in James Graham’s bold new West End play
From £31
The Tiger Who Came to Tea
PlayThe Tiger Who Came to Tea
4.5
127 reviews
The Tiger Who Came to Tea is back for seconds!
From £13
The Traitors: Live Experience
ExperiencesThe Traitors: Live Experience
Are you a Traitor or Faithful? Play live in Covent Garden.
From £58
The Truth
PlayThe Truth
Starring Stephen Mangan, Ardal O’Hanlon, Sarah Hadland & Janie Dee
From £31
The Truth: Ticket, Cast Q&A and Complimentary Drink
PlayThe Truth: Ticket, Cast Q&A and Complimentary Drink
Opens August 24, 2026See the show, and attend an exclusive Q&A with the cast of The Truth, plus a complimentary drink!
From £146
Valid 24 August 2026. Book by 17 August 2026.
The Turn of the Screw
PlayThe Turn of the Screw
Opens September 11, 2026Henry James’ chilling gothic classic reimagined for the stage
From £19
The Wind In The Willows
PlayThe Wind In The Willows
Join Ratty, Badger, Mole and Toad as they embark on a series of riotous adventures!
From £29
Theatre Royal Drury Lane Tour
AttractionTheatre Royal Drury Lane Tour
4.7
55 reviews
Take a tour of the world-famous Theatre Royal Drury Lane!
From £23
Theatre Royalty Drury Lane
ConcertTheatre Royalty Drury Lane
Opens August 23, 2026A spectacular lineup of West End stars share the iconic Theatre Royalty Drury Lane stage
From £38
Titanique
MusicalTitanique
4.6
396 reviews
All aboard the Titanique!
Offer
From £25
Valid Tuesday - Thursday and Sunday performances until 30 August 2026. Book by 30 August 2026.
To Die for [A Comedy]
OperaTo Die for [A Comedy]
Opens November 29, 2026A new comic opera
From £26
To Kill A Mockingbird
PlayTo Kill A Mockingbird
Harper Lee’s masterpiece, reimagined for London theatre
From £25
Too Much Too Young
ConcertToo Much Too Young
Opens April 18, 2027The only show endorsed by The Specials and The Selecter
From £28
Tosca
OperaTosca
Opens October 30, 2026
4.6
20 reviews
When passion and politics collide, love can prove a fatal weakness...
From £26
Trainspotting The Musical
MusicalTrainspotting The Musical
Choose life. Choose the stage.
From £27
Trevor Ashley: A Million Years of Minnelli
ConcertTrevor Ashley: A Million Years of Minnelli
Opens September 6, 2026Liza Minnelli turns 80, and Trevor Ashley is throwing a fabulous party to celebrate
From £43
Trial by Jury & The Zoo
OperaTrial by Jury & The Zoo
Opens March 4, 2027One love story. Two operettas. And a courtroom full of chaos.
From £26
Twelfth Night
PlayTwelfth Night
Shakespeare's funniest comedy comes alive under the stars at Kew Gardens.
From £28
Un ballo in maschera
OperaUn ballo in maschera
Opens November 30, 2026A deadly affair unfolds in Philipp Stölzl's surreal Royal Opera debut
From £51
Visionaries: Robbins and MacMillan
DanceVisionaries: Robbins and MacMillan
Opens November 9, 2026Two visions of humanity in one extraordinary ballet double bill.
From £28
West End Musical Halloween
MusicalWest End Musical Halloween
3.3
12 reviews
A Spooktacular Night of West End’s Haunted Hits!
From £31
West End Musical Christmas
MusicalWest End Musical Christmas
3.5
6 reviews
Shine bright this festive season with this merry West End concert.
From £25
White Rabbit Red Rabbit
PlayWhite Rabbit Red Rabbit
3.3
7 reviews
No rehearsal, no director, and a different celebrity performer each night...
From £31
Wicked
MusicalWicked
4.6
7,549 reviews
Defy Gravity with Wicked London, one of the West End's most beloved musicals, witnessed by millions.
GREAT VALUE GUARANTEED
From £31
BOOK 9 +WEEKS AHEAD FOR EXCLUSIVE PRICES
Wild About You
MusicalWild About You
Opens January 18, 2027Wild About You: a new soul-stirring musical adventure
From £25
Witness for the Prosecution
PlayWitness for the Prosecution
4.8
3,052 reviews
Agatha Christie's bone-chilling drama is presented in a perfect courtroom setting.
From £20
You & It
MusicalYou & It
Love, loss and artificial intelligence
From £19

London Shows A - Z.

West End Shows 2026

Planning a trip to the theatre? London’s West End shows in 2026 offer a spectacular mix of family favourites, award-winning musicals, and unmissable current West End shows. Known worldwide for unforgettable performances, impressive staging, and brilliant storytelling, West End productions continue to set the standard for live entertainment.

Enjoy a heartwarming adventure with Paddington The Musical, full of humour and classic British charm. Experience the visual delight of My Neighbour Totoro, celebrating imagination and friendship. Or dive into the witty and iconic Matilda The Musical, a long-running West End favourite.

Whether visiting for a family outing or a theatre-packed weekend, these West End shows in London 2026 showcase why current London shows remain so exceptional. Book your tickets early to enjoy world-class theatre.

Classic London shows 2026

Classic London shows in 2026 prove that some stories never fade. These timeless productions combine heritage, unforgettable characters, and sweeping theatrical spectacle, defining the very best of London theatre shows.

Witness the epic drama of Les Misérables, the haunting romance of The Phantom of the Opera, or the wit and warmth of Oliver!, a Dickens classic brought to life.

Whether you’re revisiting a beloved favourite or discovering a classic for the first time, these legendary London theatre shows in 2026 remain must-see. Browse classic West End shows and secure your tickets today.

Award-winning theatre shows in London 2026

If you’re looking for the pinnacle of live entertainment then these award-winning theatre shows in London 2026 deliver unforgettable experiences. From storytelling and performance to stunning stagecraft, these productions are celebrated worldwide.

Step into magic with Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, enjoy the revolutionary storytelling of Hamilton, or laugh at the sharp and critically acclaimed Oh Mary!.

From global sensations to buzzy new favourites, these award-winning West End shows in London 2026 are essential viewing. Book now and experience the very best of current London shows.

FAQs about London theatre shows 2026

What shows are on in London in 2026?

London has a wide range of shows running throughout 2026. The easiest way to explore what’s on is by browsing categories rather than individual titles. Start with new shows and explore by interest with musicals or plays.

What musicals are coming out in 2026?

2026 includes a mix of new arrivals and returning favourites. Don’t miss the show-stopping Kinky Boots, the family-friendly Beetlejuice, or the late-2025 arrival, Paddington! These musicals are among the highlights of London theatre shows in 2026.

Which celebrities are going to the West End in 2026?

Explore our Stars on Stage Guide to keep up to date witch famous faces to find in the West End this year.

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