New Shows in London

The stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson's The Smeds and The Smoos embarks on a summer season at the Lyric Theatre. Experience a heartwarming journey of friendship and acceptance that's perfect for sparking joy and wonder in both children and adults.

Based on the film by Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger and Hans Christian Anderson's fairytale; Matthew Bourne's The Red Shoes heads to London for the Christmas season at Sadler's Wells. This powerful tale of obsession, possession and one girl's dream to be the greatest dancer in the world has captivated audiences for years!

In 1973, guitar smashing rock genius Pete Townshend wrote Quadrophenia.

Recorded by The Who – it quickly became an iconic and multi-million selling album. Quadrophenia defined a generation and in 1979 inspired the cult classic feature film of the same name.

DRACULA, A Comedy of Terrors is a Bram-new comedy you can really sink your teeth into. Filled with clever wordplay and anything-goes pop culture references, it’s a 90-minute, gender-bending, quick-changing, laugh-out-loud reimagining of the gothic classic, perfect for audiences of all blood types.

John Lithgow reprises his role as Roald Dahl in the West End transfer of Giant, following its sold-out run at the Royal Court Theatre. Written by Mark Rosenblatt and directed by Nicholas Hytner, Giant presents a fictionalised portrayal of a pivotal afternoon in the life of celebrated author Roald Dahl.

Heading to 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.

Experience Punch, the latest masterpiece from Olivier Award-winning playwright James Graham (Best of Enemies, Dear England, This House), which brings Jacob Dunne’s powerful true-life account to the stage. This ★★★★★ production, following a sold-out run in Nottingham, is igniting discussions everywhere, from theatres and courthouses to the House of Commons.

In celebration of its 20th anniversary, the Olivier Award-winning producers of Fleabag and Baby Reindeer present Tim Crouch’s groundbreaking An Oak Tree, one of the most influential new plays of our time.

Mother and daughter Imelda Staunton and Bessie Carter will appear onstage together for the first time as Mrs Kitty Warren and Vivie Warren in a new production of George Bernard Shaw’s Mrs. Warren’s Profession. It heads to the Garrick Theatre from this summer!

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 is delighting audiences at the Garrick Theatre.

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.

Fiddler on the Roof returns to the London stage this Spring! Jordan Fein's critically acclaimed production captivated audiences during its sold-out run at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre last summer. Jam-packed with powerful storytelling, timeless music, and a stellar cast; this iconic musical promises you one of the best nights out at the theatre in 2025.

Cate Blanchett returns to the stage for the first time in six years with this production of Anton Chekov's play, The Seagull. Heading to the Barbican in 2025. this production beautifully combines comedy and drama for an unforgettable experience for devoted theatregoers.

Step into the dazzling world of live 1950s television – and witness Hollywood’s first celebrity meltdown, played to perfection.

A classic murder mystery on-the-spot in this ingenious improvised comedy. You, the audience, become the author as the cast act out your very own Agatha Christie-inspired masterpiece live on stage.

Ewan McGregor returns to the London stage after 17 years in My Master Builder, a compelling new play inspired by Ibsen's work. Exploring themes of love and vulnerability, this production offers a fresh take on timeless emotions for a limited season in 2025.

Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's legendary musical Evita returns to the West End in summer 2025, reimagined by the award-winning director Jamie Lloyd. Featuring iconic songs like "Don't Cry for Me Argentina", experience this classic musical for yourself.

Described as 'hilarious, heartfelt, and totally original', Shucked transfers to London where it will perform at the beautiful Regent's Park Open Air Theatre from May 2025. Shucked is a Tony Award-winning musical comedy about an unlikely hero, an unscrupulous con artist, and a battle for the heart and soil of a small town, is not to be missed.

The Enormous Crocodile is weaving his way through the jungle in search of delicious little fingers and squidgy podgy knees. Only the other jungle creatures can foil his secret plans and clever tricks, but they're going to have to find a large amount of courage to stop this greedy brute.

A timeless celebration of dance and music from three of the UK’s leading musical theatre choreographers, accompanied live on stage by the 26-piece orchestra of the Sinfonia Smith Square, and set to the magical scores of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s dream ballets.

Based on the extraordinary novel by Malorie Blackman, considered one of the 21st century’s best novels, Noughts and Crosses is getting a brand new stage adaptation by Dominic Cooke. This powerful story reimagines love, race, and rebellion like never before.

From the writers of My Fair Lady, Camelot and Gigi, let the magical outdoor setting of Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre transport you to the captivating Scottish Highlands for this major new production of Lerner & Loewe’s musical classic, Brigadoon.

Princess Turandot has sworn that no man shall marry her unless he can correctly answer three riddles. Prince Calaf, captivated by Turandot’s beauty, takes up the challenge, determined to win her heart or die in the attempt.

Carmen is the best-known work by French composer Georges Bizet, and one of the most famous operas in the entire art form – numbers such as the Habanera and the Toreador Song have permeated the popular consciousness as little else has. The opera’s heady combination of passion, sensuality and violence initially proved too much for the stage, and it was a critical failure on its 1875 premiere. Bizet died shortly after, and never learned of the spectacular success his Carmen would achieve: the opera has been performed more than five hundred times at Covent Garden alone.

Adele Thomas will direct this co-production with Opernhaus Zurich to capture the thrilling story of love, revenge, and fate at the iconic Royal Opera House. Hailed by the Opera Gazet as "one of the most fascinating works of Italian Gothic romanticism, Il Trovatore will run for a limited season from February 2025.

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.

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.

The musical stage adaptation of the beloved Disney classic The Hunchback of Notre Dame is coming to London.

Directed by Stephen Daldry, this astonishing new play by the ex-Young Vic Artistic Director David Lan weaves the story of displaced and stolen children following WWII, with Juliet Stevenson (The Doctor) in a starring role.

Blending romance, comedy and action - Calamity Jane is back on stage in a new production led by West End favourite Carrie Hope Fletcher. Back in town for the first time in a decade, the musical will be staged in London following a UK tour.

Jamie Lloyd presents a bold new take on Much Ado About Nothing, captivating London audiences since its opening! Starring Tom Hiddleston and Hayley Atwell, this savagely funny yet beautifully tender battle of wits runs only until April 2025—don’t miss out!

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.

Prepare to have your world turned upside down as Shakespeare’s dizzying tragicomedy, Twelfth Night, or What You Will, sweeps into the Globe Theatre in an intoxicating whirlwind this summer.

Arthur Miller's classic tale of paranoia and power comes to live in the breathtakingly immersive setting of Shakespeare's Globe. Experience the raw intensity of The Crucible for a limited nine-week run.

Step into the lively world of The Merry Wives of Windsor at the Globe Theatre, where audiences can experience Shakespeare's most mischievous comedy burst to life with laughter, love, and larger-than-life characters.

Shakespeare's timeless love story unfolds in the American Wild West at Shakespeare's Globe. Experience the passion and tragedy of Romeo and Juliet in the beautiful outdoor surroundings this year.

Two opposing worlds clash in the Globe Theatre this summer, in Shakespeare’s rarely performed, genre-defying satire Troilus and Cressida.

Samantha Brown balances on the edge of her future, car keys in hand. As she sits in the driver's seat, she faces a choice: will she follow in her mother's footsteps, take the dare of her impetuous best friend and chart a new path?

The Mad Ones' story of two girls in a car overcoming their grief has inspired a bestselling cast album, thousands of performance videos, viral fan-art, and over 20 million views.

Set in 1942 in Nazi-occupied Paris, Jewish jeweller Joseph Haffmann faces imminent danger as Jews are being rounded up across the city for deportation. Desperate, Joseph turns to his trusted employee Pierre Vigneau for help.

Inspired by the biggest manhunt in UK history, award-winning writer and director Robert Icke provides a chilling portrait of a man on the run in a new play debuting in 2025.

A bold new adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula is set to debut in 2025, reimagined by Emma Baggott who shines a spotlight on the powerful female voices at the heart of the story. This fresh take on the Gothic classic promises to deliver a compelling blend of suspense and empowerment, breathing new life into a timeless tale.

Bridge Theatre's smash-hit production of A Midsummer Night's Dream returns in May 2025! Don’t miss this breathtaking reimagining of Shakespeare’s classic, where immersive staging, bold twists, and a festival-like atmosphere bring the magic to life like never before.

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!

Stacey is a California weather girl. An oversexed and underpaid harbinger of our dying planet. But today, her regular routine of wildfires, prosecco and teeth whitening descends into a scorched earth catastrophe, before she discovers something that will save us all.

Following a critically acclaimed, sold-out run in Edinburgh, Jack Lowden and Martin Freeman take the stage in David Ireland's powerful new play exploring addiction, masculinity, and faith. The production heads to the West End for a limited run in Spring 2025.

Two broken souls stumble the streets, misfits, clutching to a fragile hope of finding fortune around the corner. The dark corners and harsh flickering neon of New York City await, as Midnight Cowboy - The Musical makes its world premiere at Southwark Playhouse Elephant in London.

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. 

Making her debut as a theatrical director, long-reigning Queen of Burlesque, Dita Von Teese, together with Tosca Rivola, Dee Parsons and Julian Stoneman are delighted to announce the world premiere of a brand-new, and hotly anticipated theatrical production DIAMONDS and DUST.

OSCAR at The Crown is an immersive nightclub musical phenomenon detailing the rise and fall of one of history’s most flamboyant figures: Oscar Wilde.