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Friday Matinees In London

Friday matinees are a fantastic way to start your weekend early, so book a half day at work and head into London for world-class entertainment. More shows are now playing on Friday afternoons including the hilarious The Book of Mormon and the West End’s own version of drinks at your local, Choir of Man. Performances start any time between 2pm and 4pm on Fridays, so if you can get into London in the mid-afternoon, you can enjoy a show before dinner. This is the perfect way to kick off a mini-break and leaves even more time for other activities the next day. If you are in town all weekend, check listings for Saturday matinees too.

21 Shows in London

Beetlejuice

Beetlejuice

The smash-hit Broadway comedy, based on Tim Burton’s cult classic film, finally makes its London debut.

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Immerse yourself in a world of spectacle and faded glamour at this unmissable jukebox musical, based on Baz Luhrmann’s film.

The Book of Mormon

The Book of Mormon

From the creators of South Park this outrageous, multi-award winning musical tells the hilarious story of two naïve Mormon missionaries.

The Hunger Games: On Stage

The Hunger Games: On Stage

Join Katniss Everdeen as she battles for survival and self-discovery in this immersive adaptation of the smash-hit book and film series.

The Mousetrap

The Mousetrap

Agatha Christie’s classic whodunnit is the world's longest running show. Can you keep the secret?

Stranger Things: The First Shadow

Stranger Things: The First Shadow

Discover the thrilling origins of the Upside Down in this incredible new prequel to the Netflix series, co-created by the Duffer Brothers.

Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular

Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular

Step under the big top! Songs from The Greatest Showman meet breathtaking circus acts in this immersive family spectacle. Best for age 6+.

Avenue Q

Avenue Q

The raunchy and hilarious Tony-winning puppet musical - “Sesame Street for grown-ups” (EW) - returns to the West End.

Paranormal Activity

Paranormal Activity

A couple are haunted by their past in this terrifying new play set in the spine-chilling universe of the Paranormal Activity film franchise.

Much Ado About Nothing

Much Ado About Nothing

Sharp tongues, sparring lovers and mischievous plots abound in this stylish, status-obsessed new staging of Shakespeare’s timeless rom-com

Rent

Rent

The iconic, Tony-winning rock musical, about a group of bohemian friends in NYC, returns to London in celebration of its 30th anniversary.

Room On The Broom

Room On The Broom

Cats, frogs, witches and… you! This Olivier-winning adaptation of Julia Donaldson’s picture book is a delightful family play.

As You Like It

As You Like It

Escape into the Forest of Arden with this revelatory and joyous festival-themed staging of Shakespeare’s beloved pastoral comedy.

Cinderella: The Pantomime

Cinderella: The Pantomime

Expect show-stopping songs and side-splitting comedy at Lyric Hammersmith’s pantomime - a delight for the whole family. Best for age 6+.

The Choir of Man

The Choir of Man

This feel-good, Olivier-nominated jukebox musical about friendship, camaraderie and community features a real onstage bar!

Julius Caesar

Julius Caesar

Political power plays, betrayal and bloodshed unfold by candlelight in this new staging of Shakespeare’s gripping historical tragedy.

Peppa Pig's Big Family Show!

Peppa Pig's Big Family Show!

Join Peppa & family as they prepare for a new arrival in this oinksome live stage show! Suitable for all ages.

The Smartest Giant in Town

The Smartest Giant in Town

Julia Donaldson’s story about helping others is adapted into an engaging family musical. Best for ages 2+. Babes in arms under 12 months.

Stick Man

Stick Man

Introduce your children to live theatre with this magical stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson's festive picture book. Suitable for all ages.

There's a Bear on My Chair

There's a Bear on My Chair

Enjoy laughs, entertainment and lots of puppets in this fantastic family show, based on Ross Collins’ picture book. Best for age 2+.

King John

King John

Shakespeare’s lesser-known masterwork, about the turbulent reign of an unpopular monarch, comes to this intimate, candlelit theatre.

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