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Best Plays in London
Explore our handpicked guide to the best plays in London, featuring everything from timeless classics to exciting new productions—perfect for any theatre lover visiting the city. Much Ado About Nothing is "A triumph" (The Arts Desk), audiences are leaving the theatre dancing after experiencing the bold new production.
There's the latest addition to the West End from Mischief Theatre, The Comedy About Spies opens in the Spring, whilst fans of hit TV can also dive into Stranger Things: The First Shadow, a thrilling stage prequel that explores the origins of the supernatural world in Hawkins, making it an exciting production for both theatregoers and sci-fi lovers alike.
1. The Years - Critically acclaimed production heads to the West End
Opening in the West End after a critically acclaimed run at the Almeida Theatre, The Years follows a woman navigating life in a rapidly changing world.
It’s a shocking, intimate, and occasionally violent story that grips audiences from start to finish.
- Playing at: Harold Pinter Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 19 April 2025
2. Unicorn - Mike Bartlett's new play makes West End premiere in 2025
Mike Bartlett's latest play delivers a bold, humorous, and thought-provoking exploration of the life of a seemingly perfect marriage.
Starring Nicola Walker, Stephen Mangan, and Erin Doherty, this captivating new production heads to the West End in 2025.
- Playing at: Garrick Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 26 April 2025
3. The Play That Goes Wrong - 10 years and counting for this disasterly delight!
Hitting its 10th year in the West End this autumn, the critically acclaimed and award-winning production of The Play That Goes Wrong continues to captivate audiences with its uproarious and established brand of comedy.
Jam-packed with slapstick humour and impeccable timing, this production is a gem in the London theatre scene.
- Playing at: Duchess Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 1 February 2026
4. Fawlty Towers - new play inspired by the beloved British sitcom
The classic 1970s British sitcom, Fawlty Towers is now captivating West End audiences.
Adapted by John Cleese himself, this production brings together three of the most beloved episodes from the original series, featuring the iconic characters that have made it a timeless staple of British comedy.
- Playing at: Apollo Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 13 September 2025
5. Much Ado About Nothing - A battle of wits and a dance of love in the West End!
Jamie Lloyd presents a bold new production of Much Ado About Nothing which is proving incredibly popular with London audiences since it opened! Tom Hiddleston and Hayley Atwell star in this savagely funny and beautifully tender battle of wits which only runs until April 2025!
- Playing at: Theatre Royal Drury Lane
- Booking until: Saturday, 5 April 2025
6. Stranger Things: The First Shadow - perfect for fans of the hit Netflix series
The award-winning new play, Stranger Things: The First Shadow offers a thrilling extension to the beloved Netflix series.
Experience a captivating blend of nostalgia, mystery and supernatural intrigue which is amped by jaw-dropping set and video design.
- Playing at: Phoenix Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 7 September 2025
7. Harry Potter And The Cursed Child - See the magic continue!
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a must-see show for any fan of the Wizarding World.
Now in its seventh year at the Palace Theatre, the two-part play takes place 19 years after the events of the final book. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child contains new characters to meet, a new adventure to undergo, and unforgettable special effects.
- Playing at: Palace Theatre
- Booking until: Sunday, 15 February 2026
8. The Mousetrap - This 70 year-old whodunnit will have you gripped!
Step into the world of suspense and intrigue with the enduring classic, The Mousetrap, reigning as the longest-running play in the illustrious history of London's West End.
Crafted by the iconic queen of mystery, Agatha Christie, this timeless whodunit has captivated audiences for over 70 years with its gripping plot and unforgettable twists. Secure your tickets and prepare to unravel the clues alongside the characters, as you attempt to crack the case in this thrilling theatrical experience!
- Playing at: St Martins Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 27 September 2025
9. Richard II - Jonathan Bailey stars in new vision of Shakespeare's historical play
Award-winning actor Jonathan Bailey (Wicked) heads back to the London stage this February in a thrilling revival of William Shakespeare's brilliant play, Richard II.
Experience the timeless exploration of power and identity for a limited time at the Bridge Theatre.
- Playing at: The Bridge Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 10 May 2025
10. The Comedy About Spies - New show from Mischief Comedy makes West End debut
From the creators of the beloved West End hit The Play That Goes Wrong comes The Comedy About Spies—an action-packed comedy thriller set in 1960s London.
Prepare for a whirlwind of misunderstandings, miscommunication, and mistaken identity in this hilarious new production.
- Playing at: Noel Coward Theatre
- Booking until: Friday, 5 September 2025
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