Menu

London Shows playing in December 2025

The festive season is in full flow right now, and London's theatre district is lit up, glittering with lights and decorations. There's music in the air and excitement everywhere, crowds and laughter and plenty of anticipation.

New Shows in December 2025

Christmas is the perfect time of year to take in a West End show, whether it's a classic stage musical for the whole family, a thought-provoking play for grown-ups , or a kids' panto experience your little ones will never forget. We have some wonderful London show experiences lined up for you. So what's new in the West End for December? The Nutcracker - Royal Albert Hall at the Royal Albert Hall, Christmas Carol Goes Wrong at the Apollo Theatre, and Into The Woods at The Bridge Theatre all open during December 2025. We're here to help you plan ahead, find the best seats, buy great value tickets, and discover the very best London shows for Christmas.

New Shows in December 2025

Explore the most anticipated West-End shows that are opening in December 2025.

Christmas Carol Goes Wrong Opens 5 Dec 2025 Opens 5 December 2025

Christmas Carol Goes Wrong

Apollo Theatre

Tickets from £24.00
Christmas Carol Goes Wrong Tickets
The Nutcracker - Royal Albert Hall Opens 29 Dec 2025 Opens 29 December 2025

The Nutcracker - Royal Albert Hall

Royal Albert Hall

4.5 (6 reviews) Tickets from £14.00
The Nutcracker - Royal Albert Hall Tickets
Into The Woods Opens 2 Dec 2025 Opens 2 December 2025

Into The Woods

The Bridge Theatre

Tickets from £30.00
Into The Woods Tickets

All Shows in December 2025

Showstopper! The Improvised Musical

Cambridge Theatre

4.6 7 reviews 4.6 7 reviews Tickets from £22.00
Theatregoers (86%) i

If you enjoy some spontaneous entertainment, grab a ticket for Showstoppers! The Improvised Musical. The multi award-wining show takes suggestions from the audience and turns them into a unique treat for theatregoers.

  • Booking until: Monday, 15 December 2025
  • Running time: 2hr. Inc. 1 interval.
Showstopper! The Improvised Musical tickets

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience

President Hotel

4.7 422 reviews 4.7 422 reviews Tickets from £74.00
Couples (96%) Theatregoers (92%) i

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience debuted in Brisbane back in 1997 and is now a huge success across the world, including here in London. Enjoy the antics of Basil, Sybil and Manuel in a 2 hour interactive production whilst tucking into a 3-course lunch or dinner.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 21 December 2025
  • Running time: 2hr.
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience tickets
The Nutcracker - Royal Albert Hall tickets Opens 29 Dec 2025 Opens 29 December 2025 The Nutcracker - Royal Albert Hall

The Nutcracker - Royal Albert Hall

Royal Albert Hall

4.5 6 reviews 4.5 6 reviews Tickets from £14.00
Anyone (100%) i
It’s not Christmas without The Nutcracker! And in 2024 we are overjoyed to announce the return of Birmingham Royal Ballet’s festive favourite to the Royal Albert Hall. This enchanting production, featuring Tchaikovsky’s glorious score, is a sparkling festive treat for the whole family.
  • Opens: Monday, 29 December 2025
    Booking until: Wednesday, 31 December 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 50min. Incl. 2 intervals.
The Nutcracker - Royal Albert Hall tickets

Back to The Future the Musical

Adelphi Theatre

4.8 1209 reviews 4.8 1209 reviews Tickets from £23.00
Families (97%) Teenagers (93%) Couples (92%) Theatregoers (92%) i

Love 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.
Back to The Future the Musical tickets

The Devil Wears Prada

Dominion Theatre

4.6 193 reviews 4.6 193 reviews Tickets from £30.00
Teenagers (85%) Couples (92%) Theatregoers (93%) i

The 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.
The Devil Wears Prada tickets
Special Prices
Wicked tickets Wicked

Wicked

Apollo Victoria Theatre

4.7 5864 reviews 4.7 5864 reviews Tickets from £30.00
Families (93%) Teenagers (88%) Couples (87%) Theatregoers (89%) i

Now 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.
Wicked tickets
Special Prices
Magic Mike Live! tickets Magic Mike Live!

Magic Mike Live!

London Hippodrome

4.8 31 reviews 4.8 31 reviews Tickets from £47.00

Conceived 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.
Magic Mike Live! tickets

ABBA Voyage

Abba Arena

4.8 620 reviews 4.8 620 reviews Tickets from £66.00
Anyone (93%) i

Step 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
ABBA Voyage tickets
Special Prices
Titanique tickets Titanique

Titanique

Criterion Theatre

4.9 27 reviews 4.9 27 reviews Tickets from £34.00
Couples (85%) Theatregoers (85%) i

What do you get when Céline Dion’s music clashes with the 11-time Oscar-winning movie Titanic? Meet TITANÍQUE, a jukebox musical transforming one of the greatest love stories of all time into a hysterically funny, utterly outrageous slay-fest.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 4 January 2026
  • Running time: 1hr 40min. No Interval
Titanique tickets
Jack and the Beanstalk - Family tickets Opens 23 Nov 2025 Opens 23 November 2025 Jack and the Beanstalk - Family

Jack and the Beanstalk - Family

King's Head Theatre

Tickets from £12.00

Fe fi fo fum, I smell the joy of a pantomime production! King Head Theatre's 2025 pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk will take audiences of all ages on a thrilling musical adventure during the festive period.

  • Opens: Sunday, 23 November 2025
    Booking until: Sunday, 4 January 2026
  • Running time: 2hr. Incl. 1 20 min interval
Jack and the Beanstalk - Family tickets

Tina - The Tina Turner Musical

Aldwych Theatre

4.8 2970 reviews 4.8 2970 reviews Tickets from £12.00
Couples (94%) Theatregoers (95%) i
Opening back in March 2018, TINA is a musical about Turner’s transformation from humble beginnings in Nutbush, Tennessee to the global Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Book those tickets now so you too can enjoy such classics as Proud Mary live on stage.
  • Booking until: Saturday, 10 January 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
Tina - The Tina Turner Musical tickets
Just For One Day tickets Opens 15 May 2025 Opens 15 May 2025 Just For One Day

Just For One Day

Shaftesbury Theatre

4.7 52 reviews 4.7 52 reviews Tickets from £30.00
Families (87%) Teenagers (92%) Couples (96%) Theatregoers (96%) i

Following 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.
Just For One Day tickets
Disney's Hercules Musical tickets Opens 6 Jun 2025 Opens 6 June 2025 Disney's Hercules Musical

Disney's Hercules Musical

Theatre Royal Drury Lane

Tickets from £35.00

Disney’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.
Disney's Hercules Musical tickets
Christmas Carol Goes Wrong tickets Opens 5 Dec 2025 Opens 5 December 2025 Christmas Carol Goes Wrong

Christmas Carol Goes Wrong

Apollo Theatre

Tickets from £24.00

Mischief Theatre's A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong is a laugh-out-loud comedy that transforms the beloved holiday classic into a chaotic disaster filled with mishaps and mayhem. With brilliant physical comedy and unexpected twists, it's the perfect festive treat that will have you in stitches from start to finish.

  • Opens: Friday, 5 December 2025
    Booking until: Monday, 26 January 2026
Christmas Carol Goes Wrong tickets
Special Prices
The Play That Goes Wrong tickets The Play That Goes Wrong

The Play That Goes Wrong

Duchess Theatre

4.7 2040 reviews 4.7 2040 reviews Tickets from £24.00
Families (90%) Teenagers (89%) Couples (90%) Theatregoers (92%) i

The 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.
The Play That Goes Wrong tickets

Harry Potter And The Cursed Child

Palace Theatre

4.7 72 reviews 4.7 72 reviews Tickets from £34.00
Families (88%) Theatregoers (88%) i

Rediscover 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
Harry Potter And The Cursed Child tickets

Hadestown

Lyric Theatre

4.7 116 reviews 4.7 116 reviews Tickets from £24.00
Teenagers (86%) Couples (86%) Theatregoers (95%) i

Back in London five years after its sold-out run at the National Theatre, Hadestown transports audiences to a realm where love, hope, and redemption collide. The winner of 8 Tony Awards, Hadestown offers a unique fusion of ancient mythology and modern storytelling.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 15 February 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
  • Playing at: Lyric Theatre
  • Booking until: Sunday, 15 February 2026
Hadestown tickets
Ballet Shoes tickets Opens 17 Nov 2025 Opens 17 November 2025 Ballet Shoes

Ballet Shoes

Olivier Theatre (National Theatre)

4.8 5 reviews 4.8 5 reviews Tickets from £42.00
Anyone (100%) i

Noel Streatfeild's beloved story about three orphaned sisters pursuing their dreams returns to the National Theatre following a critically acclaimed run in 2024. Hailed as "a superlative adaptation that never puts a foot wrong" (Evening Standard), this enchanting production is the perfect family treat.

  • Opens: Monday, 17 November 2025
    Booking until: Saturday, 21 February 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 Interval
Ballet Shoes tickets
The Producers tickets Opens 30 Aug 2025 Opens 30 August 2025 The Producers

The Producers

Garrick Theatre

4 3 reviews 4 3 reviews Tickets from £24.00
Anyone (100%) i

Heading to the West End this autumn for the first time since 2004, following a sold-out three-month run at the Menier Chocolate Factory, The Producers is tipped to be the biggest show this year! Experience sharp wit, unforgettable songs, and standout performances, all of which have earned the production critical acclaim.

  • Opens: Saturday, 30 August 2025
    Booking until: Saturday, 21 February 2026
The Producers tickets
Special Prices
Starlight Express tickets Starlight Express

Starlight Express

Troubadour Theatre - Wembley

4.8 101 reviews 4.8 101 reviews Tickets from £30.00
Families (97%) Teenagers (90%) Couples (91%) Theatregoers (91%) i

Andrew Lloyd Webber's legendary musical is back in London for the first time in 40 years! Starlight Express is one of the most thrilling live shows with its unique combination of roller-skating stunts and high-energy performances. Its imaginative story of train engines with distinct personalities captivates audiences of all ages.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 1 March 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 15min interval.
Starlight Express tickets
Special Prices
Mousetrap tickets Mousetrap

Mousetrap

St Martins Theatre

4.5 1160 reviews 4.5 1160 reviews Tickets from £30.00
Couples (85%) Theatregoers (92%) i

Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap is the ultimate classic whodunit that has kept audiences on the edge of their seats for decades with its suspenseful plot and surprising twists. Experience the thrill of live mystery and see why this record-breaking play remains a timeless masterpiece of London's theatre scene.

  • Booking until: Saturday, 21 March 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 20min. Incl. 1 interval.
Mousetrap tickets

Les Miserables

Sondheim Theatre

4.9 2865 reviews 4.9 2865 reviews Tickets from £30.00
Teenagers (85%) Couples (93%) Theatregoers (96%) i

Les Misérables has retained its crown as the longest-running musical in the West End for nearly 40 years. Over 130 million people worldwide have been captivated by this timeless tale of love, sacrifice, and redemption. This is a must-see on your plans when you visit London.

  • Booking until: Friday, 27 March 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 50min. Incl. 15min interval.
Les Miserables tickets
Pay No Fees
Cabaret tickets Cabaret

Cabaret

Kit Kat Club at the Playhouse

4.7 160 reviews 4.7 160 reviews Tickets from £36.00
Theatregoers (94%) i

The immersive and electrifying West End production of Cabaret has captivated London’s theatre scene. Enter the transformed Playhouse Theatre, where you're transported directly into the vibrant and turbulent world of 1930s Berlin.

  • Booking until: Saturday, 28 March 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
Cabaret tickets

Phantom of the Opera

His Majesty's Theatre

4.8 3953 reviews 4.8 3953 reviews Tickets from £30.00
Couples (93%) Theatregoers (95%) i

The Phantom of the Opera is a timeless tale of love, obsession, and tragedy set in the glamourous world of the Paris Opera House. With its haunting music from Andrew Lloyd Wbber, opulent sets, and gripping storyline, The Phantom of the Opera has been captivating audiences across the world for over 37 years.

  • Booking until: Saturday, 28 March 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 20min interval.
Phantom of the Opera tickets

Hamilton

Victoria Palace

4.7 854 reviews 4.7 854 reviews Tickets from £24.00
Teenagers (86%) Couples (88%) Theatregoers (94%) i

The award-winning and record-breaking Hamilton is delighting audiences at the Victoria Palace Theatre. This is a hugely popular musical based on America's founding father Alexander Hamilton's life with a book, music, and lyrics written by Lin-Manuel Miranda.

  • Booking until: Saturday, 28 March 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 45min. Incl. 15min interval.
Hamilton tickets
Show of the month
MJ the Musical tickets MJ the Musical

MJ the Musical

Prince Edward Theatre

4.8 1125 reviews 4.8 1125 reviews Tickets from £25.00
Families (90%) Teenagers (92%) Couples (93%) Theatregoers (94%) i

The 10-time Tony Award-winning Broadway musical is now in the West End! Stacked with classic Jackson chart toppers, MJ The Musical will allow audiences to experience the magic and unparalleled talent and influence of one of the most popular entertainers of all time!

  • Booking until: Saturday, 28 March 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 35min. Incl. interval.
MJ the Musical tickets
Special Prices
Oliver! tickets Oliver!

Oliver!

Gielgud Theatre

4.9 96 reviews 4.9 96 reviews Tickets from £24.00
Anyone (96%) i

Lionel 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
Oliver! tickets
Special Offer
Dirty Dancing tickets Opens 10 Nov 2025 Opens 10 November 2025 Dirty Dancing

Dirty Dancing

Capital Theatre

4.7 860 reviews 4.7 860 reviews Tickets from £95.00
Couples (90%) Theatregoers (87%) i

Don’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.
Dirty Dancing tickets

My Neighbour Totoro

Gillian Lynne Theatre

4.8 25 reviews 4.8 25 reviews Tickets from £30.00
Families (96%) Teenagers (88%) Theatregoers (88%) i

After having a triumphant run at the Barbican Theatre, My Neighbour Totoro transfers to the West End. Delivering a plethora of vibrant visuals, jaw-dropping puppetry and delightful characters, this production takes audiences on a magical journey into the wonders of childhood imagination and the beauty of friendship.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 29 March 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 40min. Incl. 1 interval.
My Neighbour Totoro tickets
Into The Woods tickets Opens 2 Dec 2025 Opens 2 December 2025 Into The Woods

Into The Woods

The Bridge Theatre

Tickets from £30.00

Into the Woods masterfully weaves classic fairy tales into a rich, thought-provoking story. With Sondheim’s stunning score and a darkly humorous yet heartfelt narrative, it'll be the first major revival of the production in London for over nine years!

  • Opens: Tuesday, 2 December 2025
    Booking until: Saturday, 18 April 2026
Into The Woods tickets

Witness for the Prosecution by Agatha Christie

London County Hall

4.7 222 reviews 4.7 222 reviews Tickets from £19.00
Couples (90%) Theatregoers (96%) i

Step into London’s historic County Hall for Witness for the Prosecution, where Agatha Christie’s gripping courtroom drama unfolds in an unforgettable, immersive setting. This acclaimed production brings you up close to the suspense as shocking twists keep you guessing right until the final verdict.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 26 April 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 20min. Incl. 1 interval.
Witness for the Prosecution by Agatha Christie tickets
Special Offer
Matilda The Musical tickets Matilda The Musical

Matilda The Musical

Cambridge Theatre

4.7 1241 reviews 4.7 1241 reviews Tickets from £24.00
Families (97%) i

Matilda 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.
Matilda The Musical tickets
SIX tickets SIX

SIX

Vaudeville Theatre

4.8 344 reviews 4.8 344 reviews Tickets from £41.00
Teenagers (92%) Couples (88%) Theatregoers (92%) i

SIX reinvents history with a fresh twist, giving the six wives of Henry VIII the spotlight to finally share their own stories. With catchy, empowering songs and electrifying choreography - this show is executed in a fierce pop concert that has captivated audiences worldwide.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 28 June 2026
  • Running time: 1hr 20min. No interval.
SIX tickets
There are no shows matching your criteria. Reset filters

Why you should book your theatre tickets with London Box Office

  • Secure Tickets from Authorised Retailers
    STAR Member

    All our theatre tickets comply with the rules set by the Society of Ticket Agents and Retailers (STAR), and our online ticketing platform is secured with SSL technology and available 24/7.

  • Dynamic Seating Plans
    Dynamic Seating Plans

    We have created dynamic seating plans for most West End theatres to make it easier for you to choose your preferred seats.

  • Instant Confirmation
    Instant Confirmation

    Your booking is confirmed in real-time with the theatre. Simply print or show your confirmation on your mobile phone to get into the theatre and access your seats on the day of the performance.