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London Shows playing in January 2026
Happy New Year! London's Theatreland is delighted to welcome you to 2026, a year that's already looking exciting thanks to a host of great shows, old and new. The weather might be a bit grim, the days might be wintery and grey, but the West End is lit up as usual with a variety of brilliant productions for you to enjoy.
Don't miss Into The Woods at The Bridge Theatre, Dirty Dancing at the Capital Theatre, and Disney's Hercules Musical at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, all of which open in January 2026. If you're wanting to plan ahead, we're here to support you with accurate theatre seating plans to help you choose your favourite seats.
All Shows in January 2026
Back to The Future the Musical
Adelphi Theatre
4.8 1168 reviews 4.8 1168 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
4.6 146 reviews 4.6 146 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 5846 reviews 4.7 5846 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
4.9 584 reviews 4.9 584 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 2028 reviews 4.7 2028 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 66 reviews 4.6 66 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
Les Miserables
Sondheim Theatre
4.9 2820 reviews 4.9 2820 reviews Tickets from £30.00Les 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.
- Playing at: Sondheim Theatre
- Booking until: Friday, 27 March 2026
Oliver!
Gielgud Theatre
4.9 67 reviews 4.9 67 reviews Tickets from £36.00Lionel 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
Into The Woods
The Bridge Theatre
Tickets from £30.00Into 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
- Playing at: The Bridge Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 18 April 2026
Witness for the Prosecution by Agatha Christie
London County Hall
4.7 218 reviews 4.7 218 reviews Tickets from £18.00Step 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.
- Playing at: London County Hall
- Booking until: Sunday, 26 April 2026
Matilda The Musical
Cambridge Theatre
4.7 1229 reviews 4.7 1229 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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