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West End plays are a major part of the London theatre scene and prove that it’s not just musicals that attract big crowds. Award-winning dramas, hilarious comedies and vibrant kid's shows all form the rich cultural mix that plays in London have to offer. Play tickets in London's West End bring you close to an artistic tradition with centuries of history.

No trip to London is complete without booking tickets for the theatre, so why not make your choice a play? Browse our list of plays currently in London below and discover everything you can see this year. If you’re not sure what to book, check our own picks on the SeatPlan team’s curated Best Plays in London page.

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Private Lives

Few writers have left such an impact on the oeuvre of West End plays as Noël Coward and Private Lives is one of his most beloved comedies. Marking 50 years since the playwright’s death, this star-studded production features iconic British actors Nigel Havers and Patricia Hodge as ex-spouses, who are thrown together again whilst on their respective honeymoons to new partners. When they discover that their separate hotel rooms share the same balcony, old passions are reignited.

My Neighbour Totoro

This jaw-dropping production was one of the most successful London plays in 2022, winning 6 Olivier Awards and playing to sell-out crowds. Spectacular puppets crafted by Jim Henson’s Creature Shop bring the world of My Neighbour Totoro to life and do stunning justice to the beloved anime film. Tickets were highly sought after for its debut run and most performances sold out, so be sure to book now to secure your seat for this heart-warming, awe-inspiring play.

Frank and Percy

Ian McKellen and Roger Allam star in this witty and charming two-hander about connection, friendship and taking chances.

Dear England

Joseph Fiennes stars as England men’s manager Gareth Southgate in James Graham’s smash-hit play, direct from the National Theatre.

Hamnet

The Royal Shakespeare Company’s dazzling play, based on Maggie O’Farrell’s award-winning novel, transfers for a limited season.

The Gruffalo's Child

Join the Gruffalo’s daughter on an adventure in this playful stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson’s picture book! Best for age 3+

Witness for the Prosecution

The landmark production of Agatha Christie's courtroom thriller is set inside the magnificent council chamber of London County Hall.

An Enemy of the People

Matt Smith stars in Thomas Ostermeier’s iconoclastic version of Ibsen’s classic play about a community that rejects inconvenient truths.

The Unfriend

Lee Mack stars in the acclaimed dark comedy of manners about a couple who spot trouble when a potential murderer comes to stay!

The Mousetrap

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

A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story

Mark Gatiss’ atmospheric retelling of Charles Dickens’ ghost story is the perfect match for Ally Pally’s beautiful Victorian theatre.

Noises Off

Felicity Kendal stars in this brilliantly funny production of Michael Frayn’s backstage farce, promising the biggest laughs in London!

The Ocean at the End of the Lane

The National Theatre’s five-star show brings Neil Gaiman’s fantasy adventure to life, blending incredible storytelling and stagecraft.

The Play That Goes Wrong

Mischief Theatre’s hilarious comedy of errors will leave you in stitches, as an am-dram group's latest murder mystery goes awry.

Lyonesse

Kristin Scott Thomas and Lily James star in this dark and intriguing new play about a reclusive actress who is ready to stage her comeback.

Peter Pan Goes Wrong

The Cornley Drama Society are off to Neverland for Christmas, in this hilarious comedy from the team behind The Play That Goes Wrong.

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.

The Empress

Award-winning playwright Tanika Gupta unveils the rich history of British Asians with a sweeping play set during Queen Victoria’s reign.

Backstairs Billy

Penelope Wilton and Luke Evans star in this brand new comedy about the Queen Mother and her loyal servant - and friend of 50 years.

The Motive and the Cue

Johnny Flynn and Mark Gatiss star as Burton and Gielgud in this fascinating backstage play, based on the pair’s 1964 production of Hamlet.

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

J. K. Rowling's Wizarding World is transformed on stage, offering fans a unique return to their favourite fantasy world. Best for age 10+.

As You Like It

Love and sisterhood transforms the Globe Theatre into a joyous community, as Rosalind and Celia escape into the Forest of Arden.

Pygmalion

Bertie Carvel and Patsy Ferran star in a revival of George Bernard Shaw’s sharp and funny satirical play.

Ghosts

Discover Ibsen’s powerful and stirring tragedy performed by candlelight, in a new version from director Joe Hill-Gibbons.

The Enfield Haunting

Catherine Tate stars as the mother at the centre of the infamous Enfield poltergeist case in this major new psychological thriller.

Minority Report

Race through the streets of futuristic London as Phillip K Dick’s sci-fi story is adapted for the stage by the team behind Life of Pi.

Macbeth

Power and madness take hold in Shakespeare’s visceral tragedy. Witness the Macbeths’ chilling downfall at the Globe this summer.

Austentatious

The Jane Austen-inspired improv troupe pulls a fantastic new show out from under their bonnets every night, based on your suggestions.

Imposter 22

Access All Areas and Royal Court co-present a darkly funny new caper about neurodiversity and sharing a platform.

Mates in Chelsea

The elites of Chelsea are sent up in style by playwright Rory Mullarkey in this riotous modern-day comedy of manners.

Dana H.

Lucas Hnath’s Tony Award-winning verbatim play, using his mother’s own words, is a confronting and captivating theatrical experience.

Othello

Ola Ince directs a thrilling new production of Shakespeare’s tragedy, which lays bare the devastating effects of racism and resentment.

The Duchess Of Malfi

Ten years after it opened the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, Webster’s iconic and chilling revenge tragedy returns to the candlelit theatre.

Wedding Band

Alice Childress’ classic drama about interracial marriage in the American Deep South comes to London in a stirring new production.

Dr Semmelweis

Mark Rylance stars in this brand new play, inspired by the doctor who fought to revolutionise medical practices in 19th-century Vienna.

Vanya

Andrew Scott returns to the West End with a tour-de-force solo performance of Chekhov's masterful drama, adapted by Simon Stephens.

Blue Mist

Mohamed-Zain Dada’s debut play, set in the shisha lounges of North London, is a smart and searching account of South Asian Muslim men.

King Lear

Kenneth Branagh directs and stars in Shakespeare’s towering, tragic tale for just 50 performances this year.

A Christmas Carol

The Old Vic’s hit production returns for a seventh year, spreading warmth, cheer and charity to make even the iciest heart melt.

Plaza Suite

Matthew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker bring a smash hit revival of Neil Simon’s comedy about love and marriage to London.

The Picture of Dorian Gray

Succession star Sarah Snook performs every single role in an exciting multimedia production of Oscar Wilde’s classic Gothic novel.

Long Day's Journey Into Night

Brian Cox returns to the West End after 10 years, in a revival of Eugene O’Neill’s Pulitzer-winning play about a dysfunctional family.

Spirited Away

Delight in the magic of live theatre as the enchanting stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s genre-defining film transfers to the West End.

Dr. Strangelove

Steve Coogan stars in the world premiere stage adaptation of Kubrick’s Cold War satire, adapted by Armando Iannucci (The Thick of It).

Frank and Percy

Ian McKellen and Roger Allam star in this witty and charming two-hander about connection, friendship and taking chances.

Dear England

Joseph Fiennes stars as England men’s manager Gareth Southgate in James Graham’s smash-hit play, direct from the National Theatre.

Hamnet

The Royal Shakespeare Company’s dazzling play, based on Maggie O’Farrell’s award-winning novel, transfers for a limited season.

The Gruffalo's Child

Join the Gruffalo’s daughter on an adventure in this playful stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson’s picture book! Best for age 3+

Witness for the Prosecution

The landmark production of Agatha Christie's courtroom thriller is set inside the magnificent council chamber of London County Hall.

An Enemy of the People

Matt Smith stars in Thomas Ostermeier’s iconoclastic version of Ibsen’s classic play about a community that rejects inconvenient truths.

The Unfriend

Lee Mack stars in the acclaimed dark comedy of manners about a couple who spot trouble when a potential murderer comes to stay!

The Mousetrap

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

A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story

Mark Gatiss’ atmospheric retelling of Charles Dickens’ ghost story is the perfect match for Ally Pally’s beautiful Victorian theatre.

Noises Off

Felicity Kendal stars in this brilliantly funny production of Michael Frayn’s backstage farce, promising the biggest laughs in London!

The Ocean at the End of the Lane

The National Theatre’s five-star show brings Neil Gaiman’s fantasy adventure to life, blending incredible storytelling and stagecraft.

The Play That Goes Wrong

Mischief Theatre’s hilarious comedy of errors will leave you in stitches, as an am-dram group's latest murder mystery goes awry.

Lyonesse

Kristin Scott Thomas and Lily James star in this dark and intriguing new play about a reclusive actress who is ready to stage her comeback.

Peter Pan Goes Wrong

The Cornley Drama Society are off to Neverland for Christmas, in this hilarious comedy from the team behind The Play That Goes Wrong.

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.

The Empress

Award-winning playwright Tanika Gupta unveils the rich history of British Asians with a sweeping play set during Queen Victoria’s reign.

Backstairs Billy

Penelope Wilton and Luke Evans star in this brand new comedy about the Queen Mother and her loyal servant - and friend of 50 years.

The Motive and the Cue

Johnny Flynn and Mark Gatiss star as Burton and Gielgud in this fascinating backstage play, based on the pair’s 1964 production of Hamlet.

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

J. K. Rowling's Wizarding World is transformed on stage, offering fans a unique return to their favourite fantasy world. Best for age 10+.

As You Like It

Love and sisterhood transforms the Globe Theatre into a joyous community, as Rosalind and Celia escape into the Forest of Arden.

Pygmalion

Bertie Carvel and Patsy Ferran star in a revival of George Bernard Shaw’s sharp and funny satirical play.

Ghosts

Discover Ibsen’s powerful and stirring tragedy performed by candlelight, in a new version from director Joe Hill-Gibbons.

The Enfield Haunting

Catherine Tate stars as the mother at the centre of the infamous Enfield poltergeist case in this major new psychological thriller.

Minority Report

Race through the streets of futuristic London as Phillip K Dick’s sci-fi story is adapted for the stage by the team behind Life of Pi.

Macbeth

Power and madness take hold in Shakespeare’s visceral tragedy. Witness the Macbeths’ chilling downfall at the Globe this summer.

Austentatious

The Jane Austen-inspired improv troupe pulls a fantastic new show out from under their bonnets every night, based on your suggestions.

Imposter 22

Access All Areas and Royal Court co-present a darkly funny new caper about neurodiversity and sharing a platform.

Mates in Chelsea

The elites of Chelsea are sent up in style by playwright Rory Mullarkey in this riotous modern-day comedy of manners.

Dana H.

Lucas Hnath’s Tony Award-winning verbatim play, using his mother’s own words, is a confronting and captivating theatrical experience.

Othello

Ola Ince directs a thrilling new production of Shakespeare’s tragedy, which lays bare the devastating effects of racism and resentment.

The Duchess Of Malfi

Ten years after it opened the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, Webster’s iconic and chilling revenge tragedy returns to the candlelit theatre.

Wedding Band

Alice Childress’ classic drama about interracial marriage in the American Deep South comes to London in a stirring new production.

Dr Semmelweis

Mark Rylance stars in this brand new play, inspired by the doctor who fought to revolutionise medical practices in 19th-century Vienna.

Vanya

Andrew Scott returns to the West End with a tour-de-force solo performance of Chekhov's masterful drama, adapted by Simon Stephens.

Blue Mist

Mohamed-Zain Dada’s debut play, set in the shisha lounges of North London, is a smart and searching account of South Asian Muslim men.

King Lear

Kenneth Branagh directs and stars in Shakespeare’s towering, tragic tale for just 50 performances this year.

A Christmas Carol

The Old Vic’s hit production returns for a seventh year, spreading warmth, cheer and charity to make even the iciest heart melt.

Plaza Suite

Matthew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker bring a smash hit revival of Neil Simon’s comedy about love and marriage to London.

The Picture of Dorian Gray

Succession star Sarah Snook performs every single role in an exciting multimedia production of Oscar Wilde’s classic Gothic novel.

Long Day's Journey Into Night

Brian Cox returns to the West End after 10 years, in a revival of Eugene O’Neill’s Pulitzer-winning play about a dysfunctional family.

Spirited Away

Delight in the magic of live theatre as the enchanting stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s genre-defining film transfers to the West End.

Dr. Strangelove

Steve Coogan stars in the world premiere stage adaptation of Kubrick’s Cold War satire, adapted by Armando Iannucci (The Thick of It).

Frequently Asked Questions

What plays are on in London theatres?

There is a wide selection of plays in London, offering everything from classic dramas to laugh-out-loud comedies and cutting-edge new writing. See our listing above for an overview of the West End plays you can book now.

What are the best plays to see in London in 2023-2024?

Our guide to the Best Plays in London is kept continuously up-to-date with the top-picks for West End plays. This list is curated by our in-house team of theatre-experts, to help you find the unmissable London plays that will be talked about for years to come.

What new plays are opening in London this year?

There is a wealth of new productions arriving in London this year and beyond. These include brand new West End plays and updated adaptations of centuries-old classics. For an up-to-date list of London plays, musicals and more to look forward to in the future, have a look at our Coming Soon page.

What are the best comedy plays in London?

Theatre fans looking for a good laugh are spoilt for choice in London. Al Murray stars in hilarious royal heist, The Crown Jewels is at the Garrick Theatre, and if you want to enjoy a classic comedy, there are also plenty of laughs lined up with Private Lives and Noises Off.

One of the most successful comedy plays of all time, The Play That Goes Wrong, still plays at the Duchess Theatre nine years after its West End debut.