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EXPLORE WEST END MUSICALS & PLAYS IN LONDON

West End magic.
Your next great night.

Big musicals. Brilliant plays. A night to remember.
Discover the show that feels right for you.

From after-work escapes to unforgettable celebrations.
Make a night of it.THE CURTAIN’S CALLING
A little inspiration. A lot to look forward to.
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LIVE MUSIC · RIVERSIDE STUDIOS

AMOREJazz & World Music Night

An intimate evening of live jazz, world music and guest performers in Hammersmith.

See dates & book at Riverside Studios

LIVE STAND-UP · SOHO

Soho Comedy House

Big laughs at 30 Dean Street. Bring a date, round up your friends or get the team out after work for a night of live comedy.

30 Dean Street, London W1D 3RZ · Ages 18+

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FIND YOUR NEXT STANDING OVATION

What are you in the mood for?

Iconic favourites and captivating stories.
Start with a feeling. Find your show.

16 shows to discover

Pride show artwork
Musical2h 30m

Pride

Bridge Theatre

Opens 12 November · A musical about an unlikely alliance.

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Wicked show artwork
Musical2h 45m

Wicked

Apollo Victoria Theatre

An unlikely friendship. An extraordinary journey to Oz.

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Hamilton show artwork
Musical2h 45m

Hamilton

Victoria Palace Theatre

History, ambition and a revolutionary musical voice.

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SIX show artwork
Musical1h 20m

SIX

Vaudeville Theatre

Six queens. A pop-powered retelling of history.

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MAMMA MIA! show artwork
Musical2h 35m

MAMMA MIA!

Novello Theatre

ABBA songs, island sunshine and a wedding to remember.

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The Mousetrap show artwork
Play2h 15m

The Mousetrap

St Martin’s Theatre

A snowbound guesthouse. A secret worth keeping.

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A LONDON THEATRE NIGHT THAT FITS YOU

How to choose your West End show.

Start with the people, the mood and the time you have.

YOUR FIRST WEST END VISIT

Start with the kind of story you love.

Choose Wicked for a friendship story with a magical setting, The Lion King for inventive stage spectacle, or Hamilton for fast-moving musical storytelling. Prefer an evening without musical numbers? Try the mystery of The Mousetrap.

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FAMILY THEATRE IN LONDON

Let age and attention span lead.

Matilda, The Lion King and My Neighbour Totoro offer different worlds for a family outing. Compare running times, minimum admission ages and adult accompaniment rules before booking. A recommendation age is different from a venue’s admission limit.

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AFTER WORK & GROUP NIGHTS

Plan the whole evening together.

For colleagues, friends or a Christmas outing, agree your date and budget first. SIX’s approximately 80-minute running time leaves room for dinner; longer productions need a little more planning. Ask the seller about group arrangements and check seats are together.

Find a feel-good evening
THE SHOW IS JUST THE START

Make a night of it.

A little planning. A much better evening.

01 / THE OCCASION

Bring your favourite people.

A date night, a team outing or a family treat? Pick a mood above and make a shortlist everyone can get excited about.

02 / BEFORE THE CURTAIN

Give yourself an interval.

Check the exact theatre and performance time, then leave room for travel and a relaxed arrival. Fancy dinner? Explore the partner’s show & meal packages.

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03 / THE RIGHT SEAT

Check the details that matter.

Review sightlines, seat restrictions, age guidance and access arrangements. For accessible seating or supported performances, contact the venue before booking.

A few things to know
FROM “WHAT SHALL WE SEE?” TO “LET’S GO.”

Your next great night,
in three simple steps.

Let’s find your show
  1. 1

    Discover something you’ll love

    Browse by type or mood, then save the shows that catch your eye.

  2. 2

    Choose your date & seats

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  3. 3

    Book with Theatre Tickets Direct

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GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

A few helpful answers.

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Less time figuring it out.

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