Top 20 West End Theatre Shows In London

One of the most spectacular performances of all time, Phantom of the Opera can be seen at His Majesty's Theatre for as little as £37. This is Andrew Lloyd Webber's masterpiece, which has been translated into 21 different languages and watched by over 160 million people.

This production stars Dean Chisnall as The Phantom, Lily Kerhoas as Christine Daaé and Joe Griffiths-Brown as Raoul. Expect all the classic songs, including Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again, Masquerade and the iconic title song.

Head to St Martins Theatre to catch Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap, a gripping murder mystery that has captivated audiences for over 70 years. This is a tale of secrets, lies and tension, crafted by the master of crime stories.

The premise is that seven strangers have been snowed in at a remote country house, where it becomes clear that they're not alone. Everyone is a suspect, and no one is to be trusted.

Starring Johannes Radebe and featuring a soundtrack by Cyndi Lauper, who won a Grammy for the album, Kinky Boots is the feel-good show that has captivated audiences globally. In 2026, you can catch it at the London Coliseum.

This performance tells the story of unlikely partnership between a passionate shoe maker and a vibrant performer who have an idea to save a struggling shoe factory. Expect lots of laughs, bold looks and amazing choreography.

Head to Theatre Royal on Drury Lane for a spectacular show: Hercules the musical. This fantastic adaptation of the Disney film was written by Tony winners Robert Horn and Kwame Kwei-Armah, featuring new songs from Alan Menken by David Zippel. Follow the story of a superhumanly strong man returning to his place among the gods, with tickets starting from only £31 each.

With a combination of on-stage actors, voice actors and animatronics, Britain's most beloved bear is brought to life on the West End stage. Paddington The Musical is packed with dazzling dance numbers, incredible costumes and singalong songs from McFly's Tom Fletcher.

Head to the Savoy Theatre to follow along as the main bear arrives in London in search of a new home. Make your marmalade sandwiches and grab your tickets to the adventure from just £55.

The historic stage of the Aldwych Theatre is transported to 1950s Oxford, as legendary author C. S. Lewis opens his heart to a surprising romance with a spirited poet.

Downton Abbey and Paddington star, Hugh Bonneville, takes the lead in this critically acclaimed performance of Shadowlands, a tender exploration of love and life's darkest moments. Tickets are limited - grab yours before they go from just £37.

If you've ever wanted to scream-sing “Divorced. Beheaded. Live!” in a theatre full of fellow fans, SIX: The Singalong is your moment. This high-energy, one-of-a-kind event invites audiences to join the cast in belting out every iconic lyric, with tickets from just £42.

It's the ultimate celebration of empowerment, music, and Tudor queens with attitude.

James and Lou have left Chicago, but the haunted happenings in their new London home will have them wishing they'd stayed put. Based on the big screen horror hit of the same name, Paranormal Activity is haunting the stage at the Ambassadors Theatre.

Expect gore, jump scares and a whole heap of creeping dread to keep you glued firmly to the edge of your seat. If you're brave enough, you can grab tickets to this spooktacular show from just £94.

John le Carré's Cold War masterpiece The Spy Who Came In From The Cold has captivated readers for generations - and now, it's coming to the West End stage for the first time. This landmark production brings to life the story of Alec Leamas, a burnt-out British spy drawn into a final, dangerous operation behind the Iron Curtain.

What follows is a tense, emotional, and morally layered tale of deception, sacrifice, and shifting loyalties. With direction by the acclaimed Jeremy Herrin and a script by David Eldridge, this adaptation delivers the atmosphere, intrigue, and emotional depth that made the novel a global phenomenon. 

She's a ten-time Grammy winner, a cultural trailblazer, and a voice that needs no introduction. Now, Chaka Khan's epic journey blazes onto the stage in I'm Every Woman: The Chaka Khan Musical. This vibrant, emotional production charts her rise from the streets of Chicago to global superstardom, revealing the strength behind the voice.

With hit after hit, legendary collaborations, and a story that's as powerful as her music, this is more than a musical, it's a celebration of legacy, love, and the woman behind the legend.

A magical, musical adaptation of the beloved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, The Gruffalo is back in the West End. Get down to the Lyric Theatre to follow Mouse on an adventure through the through the deep, dark woods.

Expect big belly laughs, incredible set design and fun for all the family. Grab your tickets to this monstrous good time for just £13.

Experience the wonder of Disney's The Lion King, a multi-award-winning musical that has delighted West End audiences for 22 years at London's Lyceum Theatre. Featuring music by Elton John, lyrics by Tim Rice, and a score by Hans Zimmer with choral arrangements by Lebo M, the show transports you to the vibrant world of the Serengeti Plains.

It tells the powerful story of Simba's rise to kingship with breathtaking costumes, immersive special effects, and unforgettable songs like Shadowland and Endless Night. This timeless tale is perfect for theatre lovers and Disney fans looking for a magical night out.

One of the West End's longest-running shows, The Lion King has been wowing audiences for three decades. With inventive puppetry, sensational sets and Elton John's iconic soundtrack, it's a certified family favourite.

Much like the film, the show tells the story of Simba as he embarks on a journey to return to Pride Rock and defeat the evil Scar. Grab your tickets to this multi-award-winning epic adventure from just £39.

The world's most beloved undead demon, Beetlejuice, is bring his one-of-a-kind charm and stripey suit to the West End. Get down to the Prince Edward Theatre to watch as he haunts, bugs and charms edgy teen Lydia Deetz.

With a fantastic cast, killer score and incredible set design, it's got all the gothic glamour and chaotic charm of the Tim Burton classic. Grab your ticket to the spooktacular show from just £25.

If seven books and eight films were simply not enough, fret not, Harry is back. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child picks up where the last book's epilogue left off - 19 years after the Battle of Hogwarts in the Second Wizarding War.

Join everyone's favourite boy wizard as he grapples with a past that refuses to stay where it belongs - and his young son struggles with the weight of a family legacy he never wanted. Grab your tickets to a night of wizards and wonder at Palace Theatre from just £34.

Brought to life by the Royal Shakespeare Company and featuring original songs by Tim Minchin and a by Dennis Kelly, Matilda the Musical is one that you don't want to miss. It's won over 100 international awards since its debut in 2010, and it remains a firm favourite to this day. 

Follow Roald Dahl's classic tale of a schoolgirl who manages to achieve incredible things, despite being largely ignored by her parents. It's being performed at the Cambridge Theatre, with tickets starting from just £25 per person.