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Top 10 Best Plays in London 2025

The West End is synonymous with the bright lights, gripping plots and soaring melodies of the very best theatre shows in London, and if you're looking for intimate dramas, rib-tickling comedies and gripping whodunnits, there is nowhere we'd recommend more! Big names are a familiar sight in West End plays so you’ve even got the chance to see your favourite actor live on stage!  

Major revivals, bold new work and magical book-to-stage adaptations make the best plays in London a bright and varied bunch no matter your tastes. If you’re not sure where to start, here are the shows we think will make your next trip to the theatre the best yet. 

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1. Giant: John Lithgow is Roald Dahl in this confronting drama

Giant London
Giant London

In 1983, shortly before The Witches was published, Roald Dahl (played by a “riveting” (What’s On Stage) John Lithgow) came under fire for antisemitic comments. As the people around him begged that he apologise and retract his statement, the beloved children’s author refuses. Asking where the line is between opinion and bigotry, and how we should approach the legacy of famous figures, this tense and provocative drama is a must-see. 

from £179.00

2. My Neighbour Totoro: Studio Ghibli magically realised on stage

My Neighbour Totoro London
My Neighbour Totoro London

Find your spirit with tickets to the "awe-inspiring" (Time Out) West End transfer of Studio Ghibli's beloved film on stage. This six-time Olivier Award winning play is a breathtaking triumph from the Royal Shakespeare Company and Joe Hisaishi that has already enjoyed two sold-out seasons at the Barbican Theatre. Now, it is one of 2025's biggest theatre events for anyone who wants to escape into a world of whimsy, sisterhood and childhood imagination.

from £25.00

3. Stranger Things: phenomenal theatre in a new dimension

Stranger Things: The First Shadow London
Stranger Things: The First Shadow London
Unlock the spine-chilling secrets of Hawkins in this jaw-dropping 5-star prequel play, from the creators of the internationally-acclaimed Netflix series. In 1959, Jim Hopper and Joyce Maldonado are normal teens, in a normal town, until Henry Creel arrives... From the Duffer Brothers and an award-winning creative team comes an unparalleled theatrical experience that will shock, surprise and grip fans of the Upside Down.
from £31.00
Save up to £28.00

4. The Comedy About Spies: Mischief Theatre return for M15 LOLs

The Comedy About Spies London
The Comedy About Spies London

The Award-winning Mischief Theatre are back with another side-splitting comedy play - this time all about, you guessed it, spies! Set in 1960s London, this riotous Cold War farce features all your favourite spy tropes and is jam-packed with espionage, top secret weapons, stolen plans, mistaken identity and clashing agents from the CIA and the KGB. Your mission, should you choose to accept it - book tickets for this hilarious show from the masterminds behind The Play That Goes Wrong today!

from £12.00

5. A Midsummer Night’s Dream: a dream of a revival

A Midsummer Night's Dream London
A Midsummer Night's Dream London

"Oh what fools these mortals be!" Bridge Theatre Artistic Director Nicholas Hytner’s acclaimed, immersive and acrobatic production of A Midsummer Night's Dream returns to enchant audiences once more. Originally staged in 2020, this “joyously OTT, genderfluid” (TimeOut)” production of Shakespeare’s beloved romantic comedy is a must-see this summer. When quarrelling lovers get entangled in the fairy king and queen's relationship drama, chaos, hilarity, and a sprinkling of magic ensues. Don’t snooze - secure your tickets today.

from £24.00

6. The Mousetrap: still gripping after 70 years

The Mousetrap London
The Mousetrap London
With a clever surprise ending that’s been faithfully protected by audiences for 70 years, this West End institution is the ultimate murder mystery. Queen of Crime Agatha Christie brings all the best tropes of the genre to this fantastic play: an unknown killer; an isolated country house; and enough twists and turns to have even the smartest amateur detectives second-guessing whodunnit until the final moments.
from £30.00

7. The Play That Goes Wrong: the West End’s funniest show

The Play That Goes Wrong London
The Play That Goes Wrong London
Join the hopeless Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society as they perform a 1920s murder mystery where legs aren’t the only thing being broken! With sets collapsing and the cast going spectacularly off-script, this Olivier Award-winning delight from Mischief Theatre follows in the hazardous footsteps of Noises Off and has become one of the most popular plays in London. It is perfect for fans of Britain's fine tradition of unpredictable slapstick comedy.
from £24.00

8. Fawlty Towers: Basil welcomes new guests in this hilarious play!

Fawlty Towers London
Fawlty Towers London
Que? You heard that right: Basil Fawlty is back in business and this time, he's welcoming you for a short but sweet stay in the West End. Written by the legendary John Cleese, this brand-new stage adaptation of the classic '70s sitcom is packed with your favourite characters - from bumbling Manuel to forgetful Major - nods to the show's funniest moments, and some extra surprises to keep you on your toes.
from £18.00
Save up to £45.00

9. Witness for the Prosecution: Agatha Christie's courtroom drama

Witness for the Prosecution London
Witness for the Prosecution London
Few shows are staged in a venue as unique as London County Hall, which is home to a totally gripping courtroom drama about a young man accused of murder. You will be completely immersed in all of the twists, turns and drama of Agatha Christie's play, with seats available right at the heart of the action. You can even take a spot on the jury benches, and help decide the man's fate...
from £16.00
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10. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: the magic remains alive

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child London
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child London
The magical world of Harry Potter is back in this fantastic two-part family show, which follows Harry, Ron, Hermione and their teenage children as they grapple with the weight of the past and dark forces threaten to return. Featuring dazzling special effects that will completely enchant old and new fans of the franchise, remember to #KeepTheSecrets of this landmark production, which is brilliant entertainment for adult fans of the franchise and families wanting to share the magic together.
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