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London Shows in 2026
Don't miss out on the best London shows and stay up-to-date with the latest openings. Discover all the new musicals coming to London in one place. Updated daily, our comprehensive guide to the best shows in 2026 is organised into useful categories to suit everyone's interests. Whether you're looking to see the latest star-studded musical, watch a gripping play, or share the magic of theatre with your family, this guide is your ultimate resource for what's playing in West End theatres in 2026.
New London Shows in 2026
Explore the best new London shows opening in 2026 with our comprehensive selection. This shortlist will help you navigate the exciting array of the latest theatrical offerings, ensuring you don't miss the perfect show. Stay informed about the latest productions hitting London theatres and make the most of your theatre experience in 2026.
London Musicals in 2026
If you're unsure on which musical you'd like to see, our overview to the best London musicals in 2026 will help you make that choice. Whether you're drawn to classic revivals, contemporary hits, or star-studded extravaganzas, you'll find all of the information you need to choose the perfect musical for your next theatre outing.
London Plays in 2026
Browse the latest plays hitting the London stage in 2026 and experience the very best that London Theatreland has to offer. Our theatre experts and critics have selected the most anticipated productions, from gripping dramas to thought-provoking comedies. Don't miss out on the chance to attend standout performances and innovative new works that define London's vibrant theatre scene.
London Family Shows in 2026
Share the magic of theatre with your family by exploring the latest family & kids friendly shows on the London stage in 2026. Our carefully selected list highlights the exciting productions, ensuring there's something for audiences of all ages. Discover heartwarming stories, spectacular performances, and special effects that will create lasting memories.
All London Shows in 2026
Wicked
Apollo Victoria Theatre
4.7 5813 reviews 4.7 5813 reviews Tickets from £27.00Now 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.
- Playing at: Apollo Victoria Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 4 January 2026
Just For One Day
Shaftesbury Theatre
4.7 52 reviews 4.7 52 reviews Tickets from £30.00Following on from its critically acclaimed run at The Old Vic in 2024, Just For One Day heads to the West End in 2025 at the Shaftesbury Theatre. Inspired by one of the greatest music events in history, the musical will tell the story of Live Aid, and the people who were brought together as a result.
- Opens: Wednesday, 14 May 2025
Booking until: Saturday, 10 January 2026 - Running time: 2hr 35min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Shaftesbury Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 10 January 2026
Disney's Hercules Musical
Theatre Royal Drury Lane
Tickets from £30.00Disney’s Hercules is brought to life on the West End stage in an exciting new musical adaptation, inspired by the beloved animated film and rooted in ancient Greek mythology. With its larger-than-life energy, humour, and heart, this spectacular show is sure to win over gods and mortals alike.
- Opens: Thursday, 5 June 2025
Booking until: Saturday, 10 January 2026 - Running time: 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Theatre Royal Drury Lane
- Booking until: Saturday, 10 January 2026
The Play That Goes Wrong
Duchess Theatre
4.7 2014 reviews 4.7 2014 reviews Tickets from £24.00The 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.
- Playing at: Duchess Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 1 February 2026
Matilda The Musical
Cambridge Theatre
4.7 1211 reviews 4.7 1211 reviews Tickets from £24.00Matilda 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: Saturday, 23 May 2026
- Running time: 2hr 35min. Incl. 1 Intermission.
- Playing at: Cambridge Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 23 May 2026
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