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London Musical Tickets

London’s West End is home to some of the longest-running musical theatre productions that have been wowing theatregoers for decades. For years, audiences from around the world have been flocking to the capital to see famous shows on stage, from award-winning masterpieces like Les Miserables to exciting musicals for the whole family, such as Disney’s The Lion King.

If you’re looking to grab tickets for a few hours of superb entertainment, London theatre shows will offer just that. With compelling stories and songs guaranteed to get stuck in your head, a London musical is a must-do when visiting the city. Check below to see which shows our customers love, and grab some of the hottest tickets around right now. Make your next trip one to remember!

If you’re looking to book London musical tickets, SeatPlan can help you out. To buy your tickets, browse the listings below and purchase online safely and securely. We recommend booking ahead to ensure the best availability and prices.

38 Musicals In London

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+.

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.

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.

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.

Cabaret

Cabaret

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

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".

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.

Les Miserables

Les Miserables

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

The Lion King

The Lion King

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

MJ the Musical

MJ the Musical

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

Mrs. Doubtfire

Mrs. Doubtfire

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

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!

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+.

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.

Oliver!

Oliver!

Matthew Bourne directs a thrilling revival of Lionel Bart’s musical, featuring “Consider Yourself”, “I’d Do Anything” 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.

Starlight Express

Starlight Express

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

Mean Girls

Mean Girls

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

Only Fools and Horses the Musical

Only Fools and Horses the Musical

Join Del Boy and Rodney in this pukka musical, back in London for three weeks only! Starring Vinnie Jones as Danny Driscoll.

The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical

The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical

Discover gods, monsters and teenage destiny as this epic musical, based on Rick Riordan’s best-selling books, opens in London.

Why Am I So Single?

Why Am I So Single?

The creators of smash-hit musical, SIX, bring you a big new fancy musical about two besties who find themselves very, very single.

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!

Tom Fletcher's The Creakers

Tom Fletcher's The Creakers

Head under the bed and meet the Creakers as Tom Fletcher’s best-selling children’s book becomes a rocking new musical. Best for age 6+.

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic story of a man who ages in reverse becomes a dazzling folk musical set on the coast of Cornwall.

Six the Musical

Six the Musical

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

Just For One Day

Just For One Day

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

Sing Street

Sing Street

Experience Sing Street at Lyric Hammersmith - a heartwarming, music-filled journey through 1980s Dublin from the team behind Once.

Clueless The Musical

Clueless The Musical

The iconic ‘90s film transforms into a fashionably fun musical comedy! A new version from Amy Heckerling, with songs by KT Tunstall.

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.

Charlie Cook's Favourite Book

Charlie Cook's Favourite Book

A rollicking musical adventure based on Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s much-loved tale, full of stories within stories.

Titanique

Titanique

Climb aboard the funniest, campest musical in town, girlfriends! Forget Jack and Rose… Céline Dion is the star of this Off-Broadway hit.

Play On!

Play On!

Get your toes tapping as Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night becomes a spectacular Jazz Age musical, featuring the music of Duke Ellington.

Stiletto: A New Musical

Stiletto: A New Musical

Step into 18th-century Venice, where a young man’s beautiful voice collides with love and crime. A world premiere at Charing Cross.

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.

Disney's Hercules

Disney's Hercules

Experience Disney’s beloved film on stage in this dazzling new musical, featuring “Zero to Hero” and more. Best for age 6+.

Frequently Asked Questions

What musicals are on in London?

The West End is famous for hosting a range of musicals from long-running classics to critically-acclaimed Broadway transfers and even 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 2024?

We have a carefully curated list made by our team of theatre experts of the Best Musicals in London this year. Our team keep a keen eye on the latest news to recommend the top musicals currently on in London’s West End, including some fan favourites, long-runners and a handful of newbies. You’re sure to find something you’ll enjoy!

What are the best London musicals for families?

If you’re looking for tickets to the theatre for the whole family, the West End has top entertainment for all ages. The best musicals for kids in London include the hilarious stage-to-screen adaptation of Mrs. Doubtfire at Shaftesbury Theatre and the awe-inspiring The Lion King. If your little ones loved the recent Netflix version of Matilda, you’ll want to take them to visit the revolting children live on stage too.

Older children and teenagers will also love SIX, a pop-concert-style musical about Henry VIII's wives. This bubbly and sassy show has sparked a love of theatre in a whole new generation of young people.

What new musicals are opening in London this year?

There are a range of new and returning musicals heading to the West End before the end of the year. 2024 has already seen some huge revivals, including Starlight Express, Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic roller-skating sensation!

In the second half of the year, pick out your best outfit and enjoy the super-stylish The Devil Wears Prada premiere, featuring music by Elton John. Based on the film, this is the show that isn't just a must-see, but one you'll want to be seen at as well!

If that’s not enough, the acclaimed Chichester Festival Theatre production of Oliver! opens in December - perfect festive entertainment with cheering songs and a heartfelt story about family and belonging. 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. You can grab your tickets to these productions on SeatPlan now!

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

The well-known and famous musical, Les Miserables, is the world’s longest-running musical that has been seen by over 120 million people worldwide. Opening in the West End in 1985, it is the second longest-running show in London's theatre district. After reopening with a new staging in 2020, it continues to attract audiences from around the globe.

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 24 years in London, since 1999.

Where can I buy tickets to London musicals?

You can book your West End musical theatre tickets on SeatPlan by browsing the listings above. Or, if you’re looking for a specific date and show time, you can filter by date and matinee or evening performances. Want to know what offers are currently available? You can also filter by offers.

How do I find last-minute theatre tickets and deals for musicals in London?

If you're looking to book a London musical last-minute, you can use our last-minute theatre tickets page to search for the best deals and availability for the next 7 days
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