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Last Chance to See in London
This is your chance to be captivated, inspired, impressed, terrified, amused and thoroughly entertained by these West End shows about to close. These theatrical masterpieces are what memories are made of, shows that proved so good, hard to resist and well-loved they made West End history. Explore our Last Chance list, displayed by popularity, and embrace the magic while you can.
The Merchant of Venice
Trafalgar Theatre
4.6 11 reviews 4.6 11 reviews Tickets from £48.00- Booking until: Saturday, 25 January 2025
- Running time: 2hr. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Trafalgar Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 25 January 2025
Dr. Strangelove
Noel Coward Theatre
4.2 10 reviews 4.2 10 reviews Tickets from £108.00Embark on a darkly comedic and intellectually stimulating journey through the absurdities of nuclear war and political paranoia with the stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick's iconic masterpiece, Dr. Strangelove. The new production stars one of the UK's most celebrated actors, Steve Coogan.
- Booking until: Saturday, 25 January 2025
- Running time: 2hr 15min. Incl. 1 Interval.
- Starring: Steve Coogan
- Playing at: Noel Coward Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 25 January 2025
Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake
Sadlers Wells
4.4 18 reviews 4.4 18 reviews Tickets from £90.00Classical ballet meets bold storytelling in this unforgettable reimaging of Swan Lake. With stunning choreography, powerful drama, and an all-male ensemble of swans, Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake is an iconic production that breaks boundaries and has captivated audiences of all ages worldwide.
- Booking until: Sunday, 26 January 2025
- Running time: 2hr 20min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Sadlers Wells
- Booking until: Sunday, 26 January 2025
The Tempest
Theatre Royal Drury Lane
3.8 11 reviews 3.8 11 reviews Tickets from £25.00Directed by Jamie Lloyd, this exciting new production of William Shakespeare's The Tempest features a stellar cast led by the legendary Sigourney Weaver. Performed at the historic Theatre Royal Drury Lane, this bold reimagining promises a truly unforgettable theatrical experience. Don't miss the chance to see this fresh and visionary take on a Shakespearean classic.
- Booking until: Saturday, 1 February 2025
- Running time: 2hr 10min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Starring: Sigourney Weaver
- Playing at: Theatre Royal Drury Lane
- Booking until: Saturday, 1 February 2025
Jenufa
Royal Opera House
2 1 review 2 1 review Tickets from £40.00A tale of honour, love and sacrifice, Jenůfa explores the stigma of pregnancy out of wedlock against the backdrop of a small community.
- Booking until: Saturday, 1 February 2025
- Running time: 2hr 55min. Incl. 1 Interval.
- Playing at: Royal Opera House
- Booking until: Saturday, 1 February 2025
Figaro: An Original Musical
London Palladium
Tickets from £22.50Set in mid-1800s Italy, Figaro: An Original Musical is the hauntingly beautiful tale of Sienna, a young woman who dreams of singing but feels imprisoned by her life on her father's farm. When a chance encounter with two young orphans thrusts her into the life of a traveling performer, she meets the handsome Figaro, who promises to make all her dreams come true - but there is always a price to fame.
- Opens: Monday, 3 February 2025
Booking until: Tuesday, 4 February 2025
- Playing at: London Palladium
- Booking until: Tuesday, 4 February 2025
The Little Foxes
Young Vic
3.7 3 reviews 3.7 3 reviews Tickets from £38.00A new revival of The Little Foxes starring Anne-Marie Duff plays at the Young Vic for a limited time. Lillian Hellman’s searing exploration of greed, betrayal, and family power dynamics will offer a powerful and thought-provoking evening of theatre. Don't miss this new take on a classic American play.
- Booking until: Saturday, 8 February 2025
- Running time: 2hr 15min. Incl interval. Please note that there is no re-entry to the auditorium.
- Playing at: Young Vic
- Booking until: Saturday, 8 February 2025
A Good House
Royal Court Theatre
Tickets from £18.00A thrilling and comedic new work from Amy Jephta debuts at the Royal Court Theatre in January 2025. A Good House follows a couple who discovers the limits of good neighbourliness and what is required to fit in.
- Booking until: Saturday, 8 February 2025
- Running time: 1hr 40min.
- Playing at: Royal Court Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 8 February 2025
The Simon & Garfunkel Story
London Palladium
4.6 16 reviews 4.6 16 reviews Tickets from £33.00- Opens: Monday, 10 February 2025
Booking until: Monday, 10 February 2025
- Playing at: London Palladium
- Booking until: Monday, 10 February 2025
Aida
Royal Opera House
Tickets from £98.00- Opens: Tuesday, 28 January 2025
Booking until: Wednesday, 12 February 2025 - Running time: 3hr 15min. Incl. 1 Interval.
- Playing at: Royal Opera House
- Booking until: Wednesday, 12 February 2025
Bill Bailey - Thoughtifier
Theatre Royal Haymarket
4.8 4 reviews 4.8 4 reviews Tickets from £15.00Don’t miss the chance to catch one of Britain’s most beloved comedians in the West End for a limited time. Bill Bailey’s Thoughtifier takes audiences on a whimsical, musical journey through the mysteries of the human mind, exploring everything from whales and biophilia to the pangs of unrequited love.
- Booking until: Saturday, 15 February 2025
- Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl 1 interval.
- Playing at: Theatre Royal Haymarket
- Booking until: Saturday, 15 February 2025
Mary, Queen of Scots
London Coliseum
Tickets from £35.00Making its ENO premiere is the critically acclaimed modern opera Mary, Queen of Scots. A must-see for opera lovers and history enthusiasts alike, this production blends dramatic intrigue with one of Scotland's most esteemed composers, Thea Musgrave.
- Opens: Saturday, 15 February 2025
Booking until: Tuesday, 18 February 2025 - Running time: 2hr 35min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: London Coliseum
- Booking until: Tuesday, 18 February 2025
The Pirates of Penzance
London Coliseum
4.5 2 reviews 4.5 2 reviews Tickets from £42.00Gilbert and Sullivan's The Pirates of Penzance heads back to theatreland thanks to the English National Opera. The show's lively characters and memorable songs offer an enchanting and entertaining theatrical experience that's perfect for all ages.
- Booking until: Friday, 21 February 2025
- Running time: 2hr 15min. Incl 1 interval.
- Playing at: London Coliseum
- Booking until: Friday, 21 February 2025
The Marriage Of Figaro
London Coliseum
5 2 reviews 5 2 reviews Tickets from £42.00The first revival of Joe Hill-Gibbins’ production of Mozart’s comic opera, The Marriage of Figaro, returns to the ENO following its acclaimed 2020 premiere, expertly conducted by Ainārs Rubiķis. Expect a bold, memorable, and highly entertaining show that perfectly complements Mozart's stunning overtures and arias.
- Opens: Wednesday, 5 February 2025
Booking until: Saturday, 22 February 2025 - Running time: 3hr 20min. Incl 1 interval.
- Playing at: London Coliseum
- Booking until: Saturday, 22 February 2025
Play On!
Lyric Hammersmith
Tickets from £12.00Talawa Theatre Company's vibrant adaptation of William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night set in the 1980s in Notting Hill during the rise of reggae sound systems. Play On explores love, identity, and mistaken identity through the lens of Caribbean culture.
- Opens: Wednesday, 29 January 2025
Booking until: Saturday, 22 February 2025 - Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Lyric Hammersmith
- Booking until: Saturday, 22 February 2025
Ballet Shoes
Olivier Theatre (National Theatre)
4.8 4 reviews 4.8 4 reviews Tickets from £30.00Noel Streatfeild's beloved story about three orphaned sisters pursuing their dreams comes to life on stage for the first time at the National Theatre. Hailed as "a superlative adaptation that never puts a foot wrong" (Evening Standard), this enchanting production is the perfect family treat.
- Booking until: Saturday, 22 February 2025
- Running time: 2hr 40min. Incl. 1 Interval
- Playing at: Olivier Theatre (National Theatre)
- Booking until: Saturday, 22 February 2025
Second Best
Riverside Studios
Tickets from £60.00Second Best stars Asa Butterworth in his stage debut. This bittersweet comedy tells the fictional story of the boy who came second to play Harry Potter in the beloved films. A story of missed opportunities, don't miss out on this playful yet poignant new play.
- Opens: Friday, 24 January 2025
Booking until: Saturday, 22 February 2025 - Running time: 1hr 30min.
- Starring: Asa Butterfield
- Playing at: Riverside Studios
- Booking until: Saturday, 22 February 2025
Onegin
Royal Opera House
Tickets from £61.00When young and sensitive Tatyana declares her love for the dashing Eugene Onegin, he coldly rejects her. He idly begins to flirt with her sister, Olga – with tragic consequences.
- Booking until: Tuesday, 25 February 2025
- Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 2 Intervals.
- Playing at: Royal Opera House
- Booking until: Tuesday, 25 February 2025
Festen
Royal Opera House
Tickets from £40.00Thomas Vinterberg’s cult film is transformed into a bold new opera in this world premiere by Mark-Anthony Turnage.
- Opens: Tuesday, 11 February 2025
Booking until: Thursday, 27 February 2025 - Running time: 1hr 30mins.
- Playing at: Royal Opera House
- Booking until: Thursday, 27 February 2025
The Gift
Park Theatre
Tickets from £18.00A subversive comedy drama about imperialism, cross-racial adoption, cultural appropriation... and tea.
Brighton, 1862. A day in the life of Sarah, an African girl, adopted by Queen Victoria and raised in the Queen’s circles. Today is the eve of her having to return to Africa but will she go?
The Present. A day in the life of Sarah, a black middle-class woman staying in a Cheshire village with her husband and small child. They are paid a visit by well-meaning neighbours who have something to confess…
- Booking until: Saturday, 1 March 2025
- Running time: 2hr. Inc. 1 Interval.
- Playing at: Park Theatre
- Booking until: Saturday, 1 March 2025
The Producers
Menier Chocolate Factory
4 3 reviews 4 3 reviews Tickets from £71.00A major new revival of Mel Brooks’ musical adaptation of THE PRODUCERS will be staged at the Menier this Christmas by Tony Award-winning director Patrick Marber.
- Booking until: Saturday, 1 March 2025
- Running time: 2hr 50min. Incl. 1 interval.
- Playing at: Menier Chocolate Factory
- Booking until: Saturday, 1 March 2025
Cirque du Soleil - Corteo
Royal Albert Hall
4.7 3 reviews 4.7 3 reviews Tickets from £74.00Filled with an exhilarating mix of acrobatics and theatre, Corteo will transform the stunning Royal Albert Hall into a feast for the eyes. This limited-time show arrives in London at the start of 2025 to celebrate four decades of Cirque du Soleil magic.
- Booking until: Sunday, 2 March 2025
- Running time: 2hr 5min. Incl 1 interval.
- Playing at: Royal Albert Hall
- Booking until: Sunday, 2 March 2025
West End shows to see before they close
Maybe you missed out on a new musical you were dying to see, and now it's your last chance. Perhaps you saw a play once before and it was so inspiring you really want to experience it again. You might have only just realised the season's coming to an end for the production you've been keen to see. Either way we have a collection of unforgettable entertainment to see before it's too late. Grab tickets before the curtain falls for the last time, then relax.
So what's it like attending one of the final few performances of a popular West End show? It's really exciting, there's a great buzz, and the audiences are dotted with super-fans there to say goodbye to a production that has meant a lot to them. There's a fast turnaround to enjoy as shows close every week, replaced by new productions set to become just as well-loved.
For every West End closing, there's a new opening. Don't miss out on these last-chance treats, some of the most exciting shows in town. Check out the scheduled end dates then choose your favourite production. Do it right now to void disappointment and fall in love with London Theatre all over again.
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