Theater is back and better than ever. As we welcome back the resurgence of theatrical productions in London with the West End, New York City on Broadway, and beyond, we celebrate all the shows playing now.
Whether you live in London or are visiting, here are all the mainstream London shows out now and coming soon. Check back here, as we update shows playing for December and 2023
Want to know what to wear? Here’s our guide.
Back to the Future
We all know and love the ’80s film of the same name with Michael J. Fox. Now it’s a full-fledged musical! When Marty McFly is transported back to 1955 in a time machine built by the eccentric scientist Doc Brown, he accidentally changes the course of history. Now he’s in a race against time to fix the past and send himself… back to the future.
The show is making waves in London, and will now have a Broadway run in NYC, starting in August of 2023.
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& Juliet
What would Romeo & Juliet be like if Juliet hadn’t died on that fateful day along with Romeo? In this jukebox-style musical, Juliet goes on a quest to find herself. Simultaneously, she might fall in love along the way. The show features songs from artists Britney Spears, Katy Perry, and Celine Dion. Beginning its run in London, the show’s popularity brought a Broadway production to NYC, and will begin at the end of October.
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The Great Gatsby
The Fitzgerald classic is now an immersive show created by director Alexander Wright and Olivier Award winning producers Immersive Everywhere. Go inside Gatsby’s Mansion in London, dress your best, and follow the dramatic story of the tale of the ’20s. Get tickets before its final performance on January 7, 2023.
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The Lion King
See another Disney movie come alive with The Lion King. Following the plot of the film, the show focuses on Simba, a young cub who earns the title of the king of the pride lands. When his evil uncle wrongly blames Simba for his death, he runs away and meets a meerkat named Timone and a warthog named Pumba.
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Come From Away
Come From Away shares the incredible real-life story of the 7,000 air passengers from all over the world who were grounded in Canada during the wake of 9/11, and the small Newfoundland community that invited these ‘come from aways’ into their lives. hThe show will have its final performance on London in January 7, 2023
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Frozen
The Disney film is now a musical! Follow Anna as she searches for her sister, Queen Elsa, and finds out what true love means. Incredible special effects, stunning costumes and jaw-dropping scenery bring Elsa and Anna’s journey to life in a whole new way. And with all the beloved songs from the movie – as well as a few surprises from the writers behind Let it Go – you’ll be transported to Arendelle from the moment the curtain rises.
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The Play that Goes Wrong
Running since 2014, this play is a fan favorite! The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society are putting on a 1920s murder mystery, but as the title suggests, everything that can go wrong… does! The accident-prone thespians battle against all odds to make it through to their final curtain call, with hilarious consequences!
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Moulin Rouge! The Musical
Moulin Rouge! The Musical can be found at the Piccadilly Theatre. The jukebox musical now stars Melissa James as Satine and Jamie Muscato as Christian, who fall in love in the Montmartre Quarter of Paris at the dawn of the 20th century. Moulin Rouge is an adaptation of the 2001 film directed by Baz Luhrmann and features popular contemporary songs rearranged to fit its setting.
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The Book of Mormon
The Book of Mormon plays at the Prince of Wales Theatre. The hit musical, which was written by South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, has been satirizing the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in London since 2013.
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Six
A retelling of the story of Henry VIII’s 6 wives, this pop concert-esque show is now running in Broadway at the Vaudeville Theatre. If you can’t make it to the theater, check out Six’s music so you can sing along at home to the catchy tunes.
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The Phantom of the Opera
Speak of the devil (or, uh, phantom), The Phantom of the Opera centers around the exploits of soprano Christine Daaé and a mysterious masked man who lives underneath the Paris Opéra House.
While the musical will have its final Broadway performance on February 18, 2023, the show will still be running in London.
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Wicked
Theatergoers can see the story of Glinda and Elphaba which has grown into the fifth-longest-running production on Broadway. You can catch the show several nights a week with regular matinee performances. Experience the land of Oz like you never have before!
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The Woman In Black
Based on Susan Hill’s book, The Woman In Black is a horror fright for all audiences. Junior solicitor Arthur Kipps journeys to the funeral of a client, Mrs Alice Drablow where he sees a young woman with a wasted face, dressed all in black, standing in the churchyard. His curiosity gets the best of him and soon discovers the dreadful secret of the Woman in Black.
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A Christmas Carol
Follow director Matthew Warchus’ adaptation of the classic production A Christmas Carol. In this version directed by Jack Thorne, you’ll find mince pies, music and merriment. This story is one audiences will never get tired of.
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Mamma Mia!
We’re having a party, and you’re invited! This smash-hit musical based on the songs of ABBA, follows young woman Sophie as she tries to find out who her dad is before her wedding. The problem, her mother has no idea.
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The Mousetrap
Known as an iconic key to London theatre, the Agatha Christie play is one of the longest-running plays in London ever. It’s a whodunit of the ages, as 7 strangers find themselves trapped by snow in a countryside guesthouse. However, a killer is in the house, and even worse, one of the guests! Can you figure out who the murderer is?
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Matilda The Musical
See the beloved book by Ronald Dahl and movie come to life on stage. Matilda is a young girl with extraordinary powers, a great imagination, and intelligent mind. She continues to question the status quo and change her future.
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Les Misérables
Catch one of the most popular musicals playing in London now! Follow the story of Jean Valjean as he is freed from prison and breaks parole but makes his way as a mayor and factory owner. His past transgressions come back to haunt him as he tries to do right.
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The Sex Party
In this world premiere, 4 couples gather in a suburban home for a night of wine and cheese, and some intimate moments. Written by Terry Johnson, this show is sure to shock audiences.
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Gary Barlow A Different Stage
Singer, songwriter Gary Barlow will have 2 more shows in London’s West End. The story tells of his life, from his perspective, with music being a the forefront. His last 2 shows are at the end of November.
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The Snowman
The perfect show for children, The Snowman, plays at the Peacock Theatre. For its 25th year, the stage adaptation of the book ill leave you with a sense of wonder and joy as you will be transported to the wintery wonderland of a boy and a snowman who comes to life.
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Daddy Issues
In this dark comedy, we see 23-year-old Imi as she is alone on Halloween. As she throws an online wake for her dog Roger, she must confront the memories of those who left her behind. Here is where she discovers why she must live.
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Trainspotting
Trainspotting is the story of Mark Renton and his friends, living through the Edinburgh heroin scene of the 80s. The novel and film is now a stage adaption. Audiences can enjoy this immersive experience by being an important part of the show.
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Matthew Bourne’s Sleeping Beauty
This production is a ballet, filled with dancing and music. Enter a wondrous world of magical fairies and vampires, where the timeless tale of good vs evil is turned upside-down, creating a supernatural love story that even the passage of time itself cannot hinder. Will Princess Aurora ever find her true love again?
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The P Word
Zafar flees homophobic persecution in Pakistan to seek asylum in the UK. Londoner Bilal (or Billy as he prefers to be known) is ground down by years of Grindr and the complexity of being a brown gay man. Their worlds are about to change forever.
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Orlando
Rising non-binary actor Emma Corrin stars in Orlando. The Virginia Wolff play follows young nobleman Orlando during the ruling of Queen Elizabeth I, as he goes on an adventure, discovering his identity.
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Baghdaddy
We follow Darlee, an 8-year-old in 1991 during the Gulf War, who discovers she is Iraqi. Baghdaddy is a playfully devastating coming-of-age story, told through clowning and memory to explore the complexities of cultural identity, generational trauma and a father-daughter relationship amidst global conflict.
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Marvellous
Growing up in the 1950’s in less enlightened times, Neil Baldwin was not expected to be a success. But Neil decided he was destined to do wonderful things and that his life was going to be marvellous. And it is.
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The Upstart Crew
This stage play is a sitcom based on William Shakespeare’s life. This comical show is here for a limited time, leaving at the beginning of December.
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Best of Enemies
In 1968, 2 men fight to become the next President. All eyes are on the battle between two others: the cunningly conservative William F. Buckley Jr., and the iconoclastic liberal Gore Vidal.
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The Wind in the Wilton’s
A new adaptation of Kenneth Grahame’s much loved The Wind in the Willows comes to London. Set in modern-day London, our story starts in Hyde Park during the spring time, with the adventure unfolding as it moves along the Thames and through the seasons, ending back at Mole’s home in time for Christmas and carols.
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Magical Merlin
This mini-musical tells the story of the wizard merlin and his heroic escapades. This show is great for kids with fun numbers, amazing choreography, and exciting surprises.
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My Son’s A Queer (But What Can You Do?)
Follow along the autobiographical story of social-media sensation Rob Madge. It all starts with his dreams of a Disney parade, and the rest is history.
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Good
Set during the second World War, a loving German professor John Halder is swept in a movement that has deadly consequences. When you do what you can to survive, how will you feel when you leave others behind?
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Death Drop 2: Back in the Habit
Enjoy the drag murder mystery spectacular. A group of nuns are trapped inside their nunnery with a serial slaying its way through them. You’ll be able to figure out the killer while laughing along.
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Cages
This technology driven spectacle catches audiences following a lone soul who meets a light Madeline. Will their love survive, or will the darkness take over? This gothic romance is an immersive experience that will have people’s minds blown.
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The Witches of OZ
Catch the Wizard of Oz like you never have before, with drag queens! When Dorothey is brought back to the scene, will their homecoming turn the tide for Good or Wicked? And will their return help the Witches finally see over the rainbow, where good comes in killer heels.
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Peter Pan’s Labyrinth
Following an internet scam, Peter Pan left Neverland, and with it, left behind the lost boys, Tinkerbell and his youth. Peter is a lot different than how he left Neverland, and he needs the help of other powers to bring him back. And those powers come from an interesting character.
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It’s A Wonderful Life
This play gets a new adaptation, a dramatic one. We find the same story but in the makeup of a opera, where George Bailey still wonders how life would be if he was gone. With the help of a ghost guardian angel, he discovers why his life is so important.
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The Yeomen of the Guard
In this opera, the arrival of a travelling troupe of performers sparks forbidden romances, fantastical plots and unrequited love. The classic Gilbert and Sullivan story continues for a new audience, with all the chaos that comes with it.
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Henry V
The historical play by William Shakespeare returns to the stage. Follow as Henry, embarrassed from a tale overseas, decides to double down on a military invasion.
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Eureka Day
In this play we see a progressive school in Berkeley, California where everyone is accepted. However, when a public health scare arises, tolerance is no longer the motto and togetherness seems to be forgotten
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The Smartest Giant in Town
Based on the best-selling book, we follow the story of George the Giant. While he hates his size and scruffiness, he runs into some animals who need his help. This play is all about the importance of friendship and loving who you are.
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La Voix – Eighth Wonder of the World
Expect side splitting comedy, huge vocals, mesmerising diva impressions and buckets of energy. Join La Voix and her incredible musicians for an unforgettable evening full of sparkling wit, show stopping tunes and even more gorgeous dresses.
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A Single Man
In 1982, a middle-aged gay Englishman living in the Los Angeles suburbs is an outsider in every way, grieving the death of his partner Jim. Haunted by his past and unable to move forward, we follow him on one very ordinary day. But for George, this is going to be a day like no other.
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The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
Step through the wardrobe into the magical kingdom of Narnia for the most mystical of adventures in a faraway land. Join Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter as they wave goodbye to wartime Britain and say hello to a talking Faun, an unforgettable Lion and the coldest, cruelest White Witch.
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My Neighbor Totoro
Exploring the magical fantasy world of childhood and the transformative power of imagination, My Neighbour Totoro follows one extraordinary summer in the lives of sisters Satsuki and Mei as they are swept up in exciting adventures with their new neighbours – transported to a long-forgotten realm of spirits, sprites, and natural wonder.
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Punchdrunk: The Burnt City
Amidst the moments surrounding the fall of Troy, a mythical world of gods and mortals rises from the ashes. Discover a colossal playground that you are free to explore. Move between the haunting palace of Greece to the pulsating neon back streets of downtown Troy. Follow strangers who emerge from the shadows and seek out tales hiding in the deepest parts of the city.
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Witness for Prosecution
Leonard Vole is accused of murdering a widow to inherit her wealth. The stakes are high – will Leonard survive the shocking witness testimony, will he be able to convince the jury, and you of his innocence and escape the hangman’s noose?
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ELF The Musical
Based on the movie starring Will Ferrell, we meet Buddy, a friendly elf who goes to New York City to meet his real dad and family. It’s just like the movie but with fun music, thrilling choreography, and more!
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Faulty Towers: The Dining Experience
This 2 hour interactive production is set in a restaurant where all of the audience is involved! Three performers inhabit the spirit of Torquay’s most inept hoteliers Basil, Sybil and Manuel to a ‘T’, and you’ll be caught up in their madcap melee even as you dig in to your 3-course lunch or dinner.
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But I’m A Cheerleader The Musical
This musical is based off of the cult classic from the ’90s. Megan, an all-American high school cheerleader who has the perfect life. That is, until she finds out her friends and family suspect her of being a lesbian and send her packing to ‘True Directions,’ a rehabilitation camp to set her straight.
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Heathers The Musical
The fun-loving, murder filled musical is back! Veronica Sawyer is just another nobody dreaming of a better day. But when she joins the beautiful and impossibly cruel Heathers and her dreams of popularity may finally come true, mysterious teen rebel JD teaches her that it might kill to be a nobody, but it is murder being a somebody.
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Cabaret
The sensual iconic musical is returning! Catch it before it sells out because tickets are selling fast. As we follow a cabaret club in Berlin, we loosen up but discover deeper darker secrets below.
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The Choir of Man
The multi-talented cast of nine guys combine beautiful harmonies and foot-stomping singalongs with world-class tap dance and poetic meditations on the power of community. This is a riotously feel-good homage to that gathering place we’ve all missed so much over the last year: the pub. With a real working bar on stage, come ready to drink in the action!
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Reason’s You Shouldn’t Love Me
Joint winner of The Women’s Prize for Playwriting 2020, Amy Trigg’s remarkable debut play Reasons You Should(n’t) Love Me is a hilarious, heart-warming tale about how shit our wonderful lives can be.
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Get Up, Stand Up! The Bob Marley Musical
The irresistible new production, Get Up, Stand Up! The Bob Marley Musical has come to life at the Lyric Theatre, London and the message is out. From the hills of rural Jamaica, blending visionary musical talent and revolutionary zeal, Bob Marley set out to touch the world with his inspirational musical message and soul stirring advocacy for the oppressed.
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Jersey Boys
Jersey Boys tells the story of four guys from New Jersey. They had a sound nobody had ever heard… and the radio just couldn’t get enough of. From the streets of New Jersey to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, this is the musical that’s too good to be true.
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John Gabriel Borkman
John Gabriel Borkman, once an illustrious entrepreneur, has been brought low by a prison sentence for fraud. As he paces alone in an upstairs room, bankrupt and disgraced, he is obsessed by dreams of his comeback.
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Life of Pi
Based on the beloved book, and movie of the same name, Life of Pi follows a young boy named Pi. Surviving a ship sinking, he is joined by a hyena, a zebra, an orangutan, a Royal Bengal tiger. Will they all survive?
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Pretty Woman
The movie starring Julia Roberts is now set for the stage. Vivian and Edward are unlikely soulmates who overcome all odds to find each other. Experience the moments you love from the movie—and get to know these iconic characters in a whole new way—in this dazzlingly joyous theatrical take on a love story for the ages.
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La Clique
LA CLIQUE, the multi-award-winning, genre-defining, unmissable cabaret returns to the West End, for nine weeks only in London’s Leicester Square. The show includes a brand-new cast for 2022 plus unmissable favorites showcasing incredible cabaret performances and astounding circus skills.
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Mary Poppins
From the original film comes the fabulous stage adaptation. The timeless score includes the classic songs; Jolly Holiday, Step in Time, Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious and Feed the Birds with new songs and additional music and lyrics by the Olivier award-winning British team of George Stiles and Anthony Drewe.
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Only Fools and Horses
The landmark, record-breaking and top-rated television series Only Fools and Horses, written by the late, great John Sullivan becomes a critically acclaimed and brand-new, home-grown British Musical spectacular.
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