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London Musicals

For decades London's West End has hummed with the tunes of musical theatre. Audiences from around the world flock to the capital to see the hottest shows on stage, from award-winning masterpieces like The Phantom of the Opera to spectacular musicals for the whole family, such as Disney's The Lion King.

Offering compelling stories and songs that are guaranteed to get stuck in your head, West End musicals remain some of the most sought-after of all London theatre tickets. Check below to see which shows our customers are loving right now, and filter by date and time for the best availability during your visit. If you’d like curated recommendations from the SeatPlan team visit Best Musicals in London.

45 Musicals In London

ABBA Voyage

ABBA Voyage

The Swedish pop group are projected into the ABBA Arena in a cutting-edge digital performance, promising a concert experience like no other.

Wicked

Wicked

Discover the untold story of the witches of Oz, with spellbinding songs, a powerful story and incredible visual spectacles. Best for age 7+.

Les Misérables

Les Misérables

Hear the people sing in the world's longest-running musical, which has been in the West End since 1985.

Tina: The Tina Turner Musical

Tina: The Tina Turner Musical

Discover the life and career of a global superstar in this electrifying show, featuring hits "Proud Mary" and "River Deep Mountain High".

The Lion King

The Lion King

Disney’s spectacular musical features stunning puppetry and an unforgettable score by Elton John. Best for age 6+.

Mamma Mia!

Mamma Mia!

Dance the night away to ABBA’s greatest hits at the hilarious West End musical that inspired the film.

Hamilton

Hamilton

Lin-Manuel Miranda’s hugely popular musical Hamilton follows the life of Alexander Hamilton, one of the Founding Fathers of America.

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.

Matilda the Musical

Matilda the Musical

Tim Minchin's mischievous musical adaptation is a hilarious, heart-warming modern classic for the whole family. Best for age 6+.

Back to the Future the Musical

Back to the Future the Musical

Great Scott! The legendary time-traveling comedy is back in this incredible musical adaptation that will delight the entire family.

Frozen the Musical

Frozen the Musical

Experience Disney's modern classic on stage in this spectacular musical, featuring hit song “Let It Go”. Best for age 6+.

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Enter a world of excess and faded glamour at this extravagant jukebox musical, based on Baz Luhrmann’s film.

Elf! the Musical

Elf! the Musical

Santa’s most enthusiastic helper is back on stage! The festive favourite musical returns for a strictly limited season this winter.

Mrs. Doubtfire

Mrs. Doubtfire

She’s in the West End, dearies! The classic Robin Williams film is now a hilarious, heart-warming musical comedy.

Guys and Dolls

Guys and Dolls

The Bridge Theatre transforms into the streets of New York and clubs of Havana in a new, immersive production of the classic musical comedy.

The Time Traveller's Wife

The Time Traveller's Wife

Audrey Niffenegger's best-selling book is adapted into a new musical with songs from Joss Stone and Eurythmics' Dave Stewart.

The King and I

The King and I

Helen George stars in the Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s musical, back in London for a limited season.

Crazy For You

Crazy For You

Charlie Stemp stars as banker with a dream Bobby in Susan Stroman’s 30th anniversary production of the irrepressible Gershwin musical.

Cabaret

Cabaret

A daring revival of the hit musical welcomes audiences to 1930s Berlin, via the immersive Kit Kat Club.

Sunset Boulevard

Sunset Boulevard

Nicole Scherzinger stars as faded film star Norma in an exciting revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical, directed by Jamie Lloyd.

Opening Night

Opening Night

Olivier Award winner Sheridan Smith is back on stage in this world premiere new musical, created by Rufus Wainwright and Ivo van Hove.

MJ the Musical

MJ the Musical

Discover the creative mind and artistry behind the King of Pop in this Tony Award-winning musical, opening in 2024.

Standing at the Sky's Edge

Standing at the Sky's Edge

The award-winning new British musical, inspired by Sheffield’s iconic Park Hill Estate, transfers to the West End.

Six the Musical

Six the Musical

Henry VIII’s embattled ex-wives reign over the West End with their fist-pumping histo-remix.

Sister Act

Sister Act

Hallelujah! The heavenly musical, based on the hit film, returns to the West End starring Beverley Knight and Alexandra Burke.

Hello, Dolly!

Hello, Dolly!

Olivier Award-winner Imelda Staunton returns to the West End! This beloved matchmaking musical plays a limited season at the Palladium.

The Little Big Things

The Little Big Things

Mouth artist Henry Fraser’s best-selling memoir is adapted into a brand-new musical - the first to play at London’s Soho Place.

Jersey Boys

Jersey Boys

Oh, what a night! This toe-tapping jukebox musical fills London with the sounds of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.

Just For One Day

Just For One Day

Discover the story behind Live Aid in this brand new jukebox musical, with songs from David Bowie, Diana Ross, Elton John and more.

Hadestown

Hadestown

Tony Award winner Anaïs Mitchell's genre-defying take on Greek mythology takes audiences on an unforgettable trip to the Underworld.

The Choir of Man

The Choir of Man

Experience the ultimate pub lock-in in London, thanks to nine normal guys with incredible voices - and a real bar on stage!

The Devil Wears Prada

The Devil Wears Prada

The iconic film becomes a fun and fabulous new musical, with songs by Elton John. Dress to impress because Miranda Priestly is on her way!

Everybody's Talking About Jamie

Everybody's Talking About Jamie

The sensational British musical is back in London for a limited season, celebrating the superstar schoolboy who dared to be different.

Mean Girls

Mean Girls

Fetch news alert! Tina Fey's Mean Girls musical, based on the hit film, is coming to London.

Shrek The Musical

Shrek The Musical

Enjoy ogre-sized family fun this summer as blockbuster musical Shrek returns to London, for a hilarious adventure Far Far Away.

Bronco Billy

Bronco Billy

The Wild West meets the West End as this rollicking new musical, based on Clint Eastwood’s film, opens in London.

Showstopper! The Improvised Musical

Showstopper! The Improvised Musical

You give a place, time and situation and they create a brand-new musical! Showstopper is perfect for theatre fans who enjoy the unexpected.

Cruel Intentions: The '90s Musical

Cruel Intentions: The '90s Musical

The iconic ‘90s movie will seduce you with its tale of love games and deception, laced with a soundtrack of the decade’s best songs.

FANGIRLS

FANGIRLS

Australia’s pop musical juggernaut that celebrates teenage girls premieres in London - and promises one of the best nights out around!

Only Fools and Horses the Musical

Only Fools and Horses the Musical

Join Del Boy and Rodney in this pukka musical, created by Paul Whitehouse and Jim Sullivan, back in London for three weeks only!

Operation Mincemeat

Operation Mincemeat

The zany true story of the corpse that fooled Hitler is turned into a high-spirited musical that riffs on WWII films and classic showtunes.

The Witches

The Witches

Get ready to fight the witches in this spellbinding, mischievous new musical, based on Roald Dahl’s children’s book. Best for age 8+

Starlight Express

Starlight Express

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s exhilarating musical, performed entirely on rollerskates, returns to London at the dazzling Starlight Auditorium.

ABBA Voyage

ABBA Voyage

The Swedish pop group are projected into the ABBA Arena in a cutting-edge digital performance, promising a concert experience like no other.

Wicked

Wicked

Discover the untold story of the witches of Oz, with spellbinding songs, a powerful story and incredible visual spectacles. Best for age 7+.

Les Misérables

Les Misérables

Hear the people sing in the world's longest-running musical, which has been in the West End since 1985.

Tina: The Tina Turner Musical

Tina: The Tina Turner Musical

Discover the life and career of a global superstar in this electrifying show, featuring hits "Proud Mary" and "River Deep Mountain High".

The Lion King

The Lion King

Disney’s spectacular musical features stunning puppetry and an unforgettable score by Elton John. Best for age 6+.

Mamma Mia!

Mamma Mia!

Dance the night away to ABBA’s greatest hits at the hilarious West End musical that inspired the film.

Hamilton

Hamilton

Lin-Manuel Miranda’s hugely popular musical Hamilton follows the life of Alexander Hamilton, one of the Founding Fathers of America.

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.

Matilda the Musical

Matilda the Musical

Tim Minchin's mischievous musical adaptation is a hilarious, heart-warming modern classic for the whole family. Best for age 6+.

Back to the Future the Musical

Back to the Future the Musical

Great Scott! The legendary time-traveling comedy is back in this incredible musical adaptation that will delight the entire family.

Frozen the Musical

Frozen the Musical

Experience Disney's modern classic on stage in this spectacular musical, featuring hit song “Let It Go”. Best for age 6+.

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Enter a world of excess and faded glamour at this extravagant jukebox musical, based on Baz Luhrmann’s film.

Elf! the Musical

Elf! the Musical

Santa’s most enthusiastic helper is back on stage! The festive favourite musical returns for a strictly limited season this winter.

Mrs. Doubtfire

Mrs. Doubtfire

She’s in the West End, dearies! The classic Robin Williams film is now a hilarious, heart-warming musical comedy.

Guys and Dolls

Guys and Dolls

The Bridge Theatre transforms into the streets of New York and clubs of Havana in a new, immersive production of the classic musical comedy.

The Time Traveller's Wife

The Time Traveller's Wife

Audrey Niffenegger's best-selling book is adapted into a new musical with songs from Joss Stone and Eurythmics' Dave Stewart.

The King and I

The King and I

Helen George stars in the Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s musical, back in London for a limited season.

Crazy For You

Crazy For You

Charlie Stemp stars as banker with a dream Bobby in Susan Stroman’s 30th anniversary production of the irrepressible Gershwin musical.

Cabaret

Cabaret

A daring revival of the hit musical welcomes audiences to 1930s Berlin, via the immersive Kit Kat Club.

Sunset Boulevard

Sunset Boulevard

Nicole Scherzinger stars as faded film star Norma in an exciting revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical, directed by Jamie Lloyd.

Opening Night

Opening Night

Olivier Award winner Sheridan Smith is back on stage in this world premiere new musical, created by Rufus Wainwright and Ivo van Hove.

MJ the Musical

MJ the Musical

Discover the creative mind and artistry behind the King of Pop in this Tony Award-winning musical, opening in 2024.

Standing at the Sky's Edge

Standing at the Sky's Edge

The award-winning new British musical, inspired by Sheffield’s iconic Park Hill Estate, transfers to the West End.

Six the Musical

Six the Musical

Henry VIII’s embattled ex-wives reign over the West End with their fist-pumping histo-remix.

Sister Act

Sister Act

Hallelujah! The heavenly musical, based on the hit film, returns to the West End starring Beverley Knight and Alexandra Burke.

Hello, Dolly!

Hello, Dolly!

Olivier Award-winner Imelda Staunton returns to the West End! This beloved matchmaking musical plays a limited season at the Palladium.

The Little Big Things

The Little Big Things

Mouth artist Henry Fraser’s best-selling memoir is adapted into a brand-new musical - the first to play at London’s Soho Place.

Jersey Boys

Jersey Boys

Oh, what a night! This toe-tapping jukebox musical fills London with the sounds of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.

Just For One Day

Just For One Day

Discover the story behind Live Aid in this brand new jukebox musical, with songs from David Bowie, Diana Ross, Elton John and more.

Hadestown

Hadestown

Tony Award winner Anaïs Mitchell's genre-defying take on Greek mythology takes audiences on an unforgettable trip to the Underworld.

The Choir of Man

The Choir of Man

Experience the ultimate pub lock-in in London, thanks to nine normal guys with incredible voices - and a real bar on stage!

The Devil Wears Prada

The Devil Wears Prada

The iconic film becomes a fun and fabulous new musical, with songs by Elton John. Dress to impress because Miranda Priestly is on her way!

Everybody's Talking About Jamie

Everybody's Talking About Jamie

The sensational British musical is back in London for a limited season, celebrating the superstar schoolboy who dared to be different.

Mean Girls

Mean Girls

Fetch news alert! Tina Fey's Mean Girls musical, based on the hit film, is coming to London.

Shrek The Musical

Shrek The Musical

Enjoy ogre-sized family fun this summer as blockbuster musical Shrek returns to London, for a hilarious adventure Far Far Away.

Bronco Billy

Bronco Billy

The Wild West meets the West End as this rollicking new musical, based on Clint Eastwood’s film, opens in London.

Showstopper! The Improvised Musical

Showstopper! The Improvised Musical

You give a place, time and situation and they create a brand-new musical! Showstopper is perfect for theatre fans who enjoy the unexpected.

Cruel Intentions: The '90s Musical

Cruel Intentions: The '90s Musical

The iconic ‘90s movie will seduce you with its tale of love games and deception, laced with a soundtrack of the decade’s best songs.

FANGIRLS

FANGIRLS

Australia’s pop musical juggernaut that celebrates teenage girls premieres in London - and promises one of the best nights out around!

Only Fools and Horses the Musical

Only Fools and Horses the Musical

Join Del Boy and Rodney in this pukka musical, created by Paul Whitehouse and Jim Sullivan, back in London for three weeks only!

Operation Mincemeat

Operation Mincemeat

The zany true story of the corpse that fooled Hitler is turned into a high-spirited musical that riffs on WWII films and classic showtunes.

The Witches

The Witches

Get ready to fight the witches in this spellbinding, mischievous new musical, based on Roald Dahl’s children’s book. Best for age 8+

Starlight Express

Starlight Express

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s exhilarating musical, performed entirely on rollerskates, returns to London at the dazzling Starlight Auditorium.

Frequently Asked Questions

What musicals are on in London?

The West End is famous for hosting a range of musicals including long-running classics, critically-acclaimed Broadway transfers and contemporary new work. Check our listings above to see which London musicals are currently booking.

What are the best West End musicals to see in London in 2023-2024?

Our guide to the Best Musicals in London is updated regularly to help you find and book the perfect show for your tastes. The list is curated by our team of theatre experts, who keep an eye on the latest news to recommend the top musicals currently on in the West End

What are the best London musicals for families?

A trip to the theatre is a great day out for the whole family, and the West End offers entertainment suitable for all ages. The best London musicals for kids include the magical, big-budget adaptation of Disney’s Frozen at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, and popular book-to-stage hit Matilda. For a full list of West End musicals and plays suitable for families, visit our Kids theatre page.

What new musicals are opening in London this year?

There are many new and returning musicals in London in the coming months, including a revival of Opening Night starring Sheridan Smith. In the first half of 2024, look out for the West End premieres of Hadestown as well as new British musicals Standing at the Sky's Edge and Just For One Day. For all the latest news of upcoming London musicals and plays visit our Coming Soon page, which is regularly updated with rumoured and confirmed shows.

What are the longest-running musicals in the West End?

Les Misérables opened in the West End in 1985, making it the longest-running musical and second-longest running show in London’s theatre district. After reopening with a new staging in 2020, the musical continues to attract audiences from around the world. 

Other long-running musicals in London include The Phantom of the Opera, which opened in 1986, and The Lion King and Mamma Mia!, which have both run for 23 years in London, since 1999.

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