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Best Plays in London

London Box Office Editorial Team
by London Box Office Editorial Team,
Last updated on 20 March 2025

Want help discovering the best plays to see in London? Our handpicked guide has you covered! The latest additions in the city include Much Ado About Nothing , which has been hailed "A triumph" (The Arts Desk) or The Comedy About Spies - a new comedy by Mischief Theatre.

There are also the staple favourites in town like The Play That Goes Wrong and The Mousetrap which continues to draw in audiences night after night in the West End. There's something for every theatregoer so book your tickets with London Box Office today.

1.

The Play That Goes Wrong

10 years and counting for this disasterly delight!

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4.7 2041 reviews 4.7 2041 reviews Tickets from £24.00

Now in its 10th year in the West End, The Play That Goes Wrong is a critically acclaimed and award-winning production that captivates audiences with its unforgettable blend of comedy.

Everything that could possibly go wrong does go wrong in this show, which follows an amateur theatre company as they stage a production of a murder mystery. Experience this gem in the West End for yourself!

2.

The Mousetrap

30,000 performances and counting for this iconic whodunnit

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4.5 1161 reviews 4.5 1161 reviews Tickets from £30.00

Continuing to hold the title of the longest-running play in the West End, The Mousetrap continues to thrill audiences with suspense and intrigue.

Adapted from the book by Agatha Christie, it's a timeless production which every person should see at least once. Make sure you have hold of your best detective skills as you solve the mystery alongside the characters.

3.

The Years

Critically acclaimed production heads to the West End

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4.8 29 reviews 4.8 29 reviews Tickets from £72.00

Audiences loved it during its critically acclaimed run at the Almeida Theatre, now The Years is astounding more audiences in the West End.

The collective of five actors embarks on a shocking and intimate story about a woman who is navigating life in a rapidly changing world.

4.

Unicorn

Mike Bartlett's new play makes West End premiere in 2025

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4.5 19 reviews 4.5 19 reviews Tickets from £67.00

Nicola Walker, Stephen Mangan and Erin Doherty star in Mike Bartlett's latest play which follows a middle-aged couple who are attracted to the idea of introducing a third person into their relationship.

The result is a humourous and thought-provoking production that has received critical acclaim and only runs for a limited time.

5.

Fawlty Towers

New play inspired by the beloved British sitcom

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4.8 161 reviews 4.8 161 reviews Tickets from £15.00

Known for being a beloved British sitcom in the 1970s, now experience the joy of Fawlty Towers in the West End for a limited time.

Adapted by the iconic John Cleese himself, this production seamlessly weaves three of the most popular episodes resulting in the ultimate night of comedy!

6.

Much Ado About Nothing

A battle of wits and a dance of love in the West End!

5 17 reviews 5 17 reviews Tickets from £273.00

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!

7.

Stranger Things: The First Shadow

Perfect for fans of the hit Netflix series

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4.8 102 reviews 4.8 102 reviews Tickets from £25.00

As we countdown to the final season of the hit Netflix series later this year, Stranger Things: The First Shadows is a thrilling extension to the story - set years before everything unfolds.

The production which has already snapped up multiple awards and a Broadway transfer captures a brilliant sense of mystery and supernatural intrigue which is aided by a detailed set and video design resulting in an awe-inspiring production.

8.

Harry Potter And The Cursed Child

See the magic continue!

4.7 72 reviews 4.7 72 reviews Tickets from £34.00

Now in its seventh year at the Palace Theatre, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a must-see for fans of the Wizarding World.

Presented as a two-part play, we return to the world 19 years after the events of the final book. There are new characters to meet and a thrilling new adventure to embark on so don't miss out on this exceptional piece of theatre!

9.

Richard II

Jonathan Bailey stars in new vision of Shakespeare's historical play

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4.8 12 reviews 4.8 12 reviews Tickets from £23.00

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.

The production which has snapped up critical acclaim allows audiences to experience this timeless story of power and identity for a limited time at the Bridge Theatre.

10.

The Comedy About Spies

New show from Mischief Comedy makes West End debut

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Tickets from £24.00

From the creators of the beloved West End hit The Play That Goes Wrong which has played for over a decade is a new action-packed comedy, The Comedy About Spies.

Set in 1960s London, prepare for the recognisable humour and style of this company in an entirely new show in the West End this Spring.

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