10 Exciting New Shows in London in 2025

William Shakespeare and Christopher Marlowe - two of the world’s most famous playwrights. But what happened between them behind closed doors? Edward Bluemel and Ncuti Gatwa star as Will and Kit in Liz Duffy Adams’ scintillating tale of intrigue, drama, flirtation and conspiracy. With spies and censorship at every turn, will one betray the other? This “delicious fantasia” (Houston Press) got rave reviews in the US, and is a guaranteed night of razor-sharp fun in the West End.

When a child’s mother is taken to hospital following a depressive episode, they try to think of all the brilliant things they can to cheer her up. As they grow up, the list has a significant impact on the course of their future. This award-winning one-person play about mental health, grief and finding your joy features a rotating cast of, well, brilliant actors. Lenny Henry, Sue Perkins, Ambika Mod and the play's co-creator Jonny Donahoe all tackle this solo show across the run. Book your tickets today!

When BFFs Jack and Algy find themselves bedevilled with social engagements over a summer in the country, they each create an alter ego named ‘Ernest’ to dodge their commitments. But when they meet two ladies who are enamoured with the name, chaos, hilarity, and shenanigans ensue. It’s a Sin star Olly Alexander leads the cast as Algernon in the West End transfer of Max Webster’s colourful and campy take on Oscar Wilde’s witty classic. “Wilde would be wild about this production” (Guardian) - secure your tickets today!

This terrifying two-hander was one of London’s longest-running plays, thrilling audiences for over 30 years! If you somehow managed to miss it, now’s your chance as Susan Hill's ghost story returns this spooky season for a strictly limited run. Arthur Kipps engages a young actor to tell the tale of a ghostly experience he had years ago. But it seems whoever was haunting Arthur isnt quite done with him, as a mysterious figure in black lurks in the wings… Secure your tickets for today - if you dare...

Alec Leamas is ready to retire from his long career in the British Intelligence Agency - until his boss tempts him with one last, deeply personal and highly dangerous job. Undercover in enemy territory, Leamas finds himself falling for librarian Liz Gold. Will his convictions or his heart win out? Adapted from the acclaimed novel by John le Carré, this stylish play marks the first time Le Carré’s work has been performed on stage, and comes to London following a sell-out run in Chichester.

American playwright Arthur Miller is one of the most-performed in the world, with classics including Broken Glass and Death of a Salesman exploring the crushing reality of the American Dream. This year, visionary director Ivo van Hove teams up with Hollywood actor Bryan Cranston for a heartbreaking revival of All My Sons. Set post-World War II, this tragic play follows one family as their patriarch must contend with the consequences of his wartime decisions.

All your musical theatre wishes have come true this winter as Stephen Sondheim’s subversive fairytale musical returns to London in a brand new staging at the Bridge Theatre. Directed by Olivier Award winner Jordan Fein (Oklahoma, Fiddler on the Roof), Into the Woods takes beloved storybook characters and asks - what happens after happily ever after? Featuring beloved songs including “Agony” and “No One is Alone”, this promises to be a truly unmissable production of an iconic show. Make a wish for tickets!

Jim Hacker and Sir Humphrey Appleby return for one last laugh in this final chapter of the beloved comedy series. Griff Rhys Jones stars as Jim Hacker, who is now an Oxford don and seeks out his old pal as Sir Humphrey, played by Clive Francis, to help save him from cancellation. Written by BAFTA-winning Yes, Minister co-creator Jonathan Lynn, I’m Sorry Prime Minister is dedicated to Lynn’s late writing partner Antony Jay and is filled with nostalgia, biting political comedy and plenty of laughs. Secure your tickets today!