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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.
Back to The Future the Musical
Adelphi Theatre
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.
Harry Potter And The Cursed Child
Palace Theatre
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.
Back to The Future the Musical
Adelphi Theatre
All London Shows in 2026
Back to The Future the Musical
Adelphi Theatre
4.8 1154 reviews 4.8 1154 reviews Tickets from £23.00Love the Back To The Future movie made popular in the 1980s? See it on the stage in a spectacular award-winning stage musical with a book by Bob Gale, and a musical score by the Emmy and Grammy Award-winning Alex Silvestri and six-time Grammy Award-winner Glen Ballard in the heart of the West End.
- Booking until: Saturday, 3 January 2026
- Running time: 2hr 40min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Adelphi Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 3 January 2026
The Devil Wears Prada
Dominion Theatre
4.6 133 reviews 4.6 133 reviews Tickets from £30.00The Devil Wears Prada is in the West End! Based on Lauren Wisberger's best-selling 2003 novel and the 2006 blockbuster film, the new musical features an all-star, award-winning creative team including Elton John and Jerry Mitchell.
- Booking until: Saturday, 3 January 2026
- Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Dominion Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 3 January 2026
Wicked
Apollo Victoria Theatre
4.7 5842 reviews 4.7 5842 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
Magic Mike Live!
London Hippodrome
4.8 30 reviews 4.8 30 reviews Tickets from £47.00Conceived and directed by Channing Tatum, Magic Mike Live offers an unforgettable night of electrifying, 360-degree entertainment inspired by the hit films. It’s steamy, it’s laugh-out-loud funny, and it’s the ultimate night out you’ve been longing for!
- Booking until: Sunday, 4 January 2026
- Running time: 1hr 30min. No interval.
- Playing at: London Hippodrome
- Booking until: Sunday, 4 January 2026
ABBA Voyage
Abba Arena
4.9 570 reviews 4.9 570 reviews Tickets from £66.00Step into the world of ABBA like never before with ABBA Voyage, a revolutionary blend of live performance and cutting-edge technology. Described as 'ground-breaking' by Metro, ABBA Voyage is one of the most popular immersive experiences London has to offer.
- Booking until: Sunday, 4 January 2026
- Running time: 1hr 40min. No interval.
- Playing at: Abba Arena
- 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: Thursday, 15 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 £35.00Disney’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: Friday, 6 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 2026 reviews 4.7 2026 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
Harry Potter And The Cursed Child
Palace Theatre
4.6 65 reviews 4.6 65 reviews Tickets from £34.00Rediscover the Wizarding World 19 years after the epic Battle of Hogwarts with the multi-award-winning production, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Jampacked with spectacular spells, embark on a mind-blowing race through time with one of London's most popular plays!
- Booking until: Sunday, 15 February 2026
- Playing at: Palace Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 15 February 2026
Oliver!
Gielgud Theatre
4.9 60 reviews 4.9 60 reviews Tickets from £30.00Lionel Burt's timeless musical Oliver! is making a triumphant return to the West End this Winter. Bringing Dickens’ classic tale and its unforgettable songs back to life, audiences can look forward to a fresh revival of this timeless story from Cameron Mackintosh and Matthew Bourne. It'll leave you asking for more!
- Booking until: Sunday, 29 March 2026
- Running time: 2hr 40min. Incl. interval.
- Starring: Simon Lipkin
- Playing at: Gielgud Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 29 March 2026
Dirty Dancing
Capital Theatre
4.7 860 reviews 4.7 860 reviews Tickets from £156.00Don’t miss the electrifying Dirty Dancing musical coming to the new Capital Theatre in London in 2025, where the iconic story of Baby and Johnny comes to life like never before. With breathtaking choreography, unforgettable hits like "(I've Had) The Time of My Life," and a fresh take on the classic tale, this production promises an experience that will leave you on your feet.
- Opens: Monday, 10 November 2025
Booking until: Sunday, 29 March 2026 - Running time: 2hr 20min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Capital Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 29 March 2026
Matilda The Musical
Cambridge Theatre
4.7 1223 reviews 4.7 1223 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: Sunday, 24 May 2026
- Running time: 2hr 35min. Incl. 1 Intermission.
- Playing at: Cambridge Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 24 May 2026
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