Saturday Matinees In London

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

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sensational musical has been enchanting audiences since 1986 with its haunting tale of love and obsession.

MI5? More like LOL! Mischief Theatre’s spy comedy, set in a world of espionage, returns, featuring spies, mistaken identity and more!

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

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

Academy Award winner Aaron Sorkin’s Tony-winning adaptation of Harper Lee’s novel about racial tensions in rural Alabama returns.

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

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

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

Ardal O’Hanlon and Stephen Mangan lead this revival of Florian Zeller’s sharp relationship comedy about truth, lies and infidelity.

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

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

Emily Burns directs Hay Fever, a new production starring Christine Baranski and Richard E. Grant in the West End this autumn.

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

Celebrate the life and music of Chaka Khan in this electrifying new musical, featuring some of her biggest hits.

Eurovision star Sam Ryder leads this rock‑powered revival of Regents Park's critically-acclaimed production of the iconic musical.

Keira Knightley stars in a new stage adaptation of Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck’s story of censorship, surveillance, art and politics.

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

This new play from three-time Olivier winner James Graham explores the life and ideas of economist John Maynard Keynes.

Join a little bear for a very big adventure! Paddington finds a new home in London in this brand new musical adaptation. Best for age 6+.

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

Crime-biting capers and comic book chaos await in this hilarious musical adventure for kids! Best for age 5+.

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

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

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

Letitia Wright leads this razor-sharp newsroom thriller about race and reporting - where chasing the truth can cost you everything.

Conor McPherson’s striking new adaptation of Chekhov’s classic arrives at the Harold Pinter Theatre, starring Kristin Scott Thomas.

Lewis Carroll’s timeless tale is transformed into a kaleidoscopic adventure from the creators behind Circus 1903. Best for age 5+.

Join the murderous students of Westerburg High as the WhatsOnStage Award-winning musical, based on the cult film, returns to London.

Award-winning collaborators Philip Glass and Phelim McDermott come together in this moving tapestry of music and Taoist Wisdom.

Introduce your children to the magical world of live theatre as their favourite picture book bursts onto the stage! Best for age 3+.

Regent’s Park artistic director Drew McOnie directs this brand new production of the iconic, award-winning Andrew Lloyd Webber musical.

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

The Old Vic’s hit show returns! Immerse yourself in the warmth, cheer, and charity of this timeless Christmas classic. Best for age 8+.

Tim Sheader's exhilarating revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's iconic musical, Jesus Christ Superstar, is back in the West End.

Cats, frogs, witches and… you! This Olivier-winning adaptation of Julia Donaldson’s picture book is a delightful family play. Best for age 3+.

Love’s logic unravels, identities shift, and magic reigns in this sunlit summer dream, as Shakespeare’s most beloved comedy returns.

A boy in a mining town pursues his dream of becoming a ballet dancer in this Olivier and Tony-winning musical with songs by Elton John.

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.

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

Step into a roarsome new play adaptation of the famous children’s story The Jungle Book at the National Theatre. Best for age 7+.

Jordan Fien’s Olivier Award-winning revival of Sondheim’s subversive fairytale musical transfers to the West End.

Wildcats! Twenty years after the release of the movie, a new non-replica stage production of Disney's High School Musical returns to London.

Dickens’ classic goes off the rails in this hilarious Christmas show from Mischief Theatre, the team behind The Play That Goes Wrong.

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

Ghosts star Charlotte Ritchie leads Dominic Cooke's major revival of Caryl Churchill’s landmark play about colonialism, gender and power.

A major reworking for this lesser-known musical, about identity and passion in 16th-century France, from the creators of Les Mis.

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

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

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

Chris Pine makes his London stage debut in this contemporary reimagining of Chekhov's comic drama about the melancholic Nikolai Ivanov.

The ultimate theatrical circus event returns, combining contemporary circus acts, dance and acrobatics with incredible stunts. Suitable for all ages.

Widely considered a cornerstone of modern ballet, MacMillan’s Manon returns to the Royal Opera House this autumn.

Meera Syal leads this 10th anniversary revival of Lucy Kirkwood’s drama about environmental catastrophy and generational responsibility.

This moving love story follows Emma and Dexter as their lives intertwine over the decades - revisiting them on the same day they met.

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

Hackney Empire's 2026 Christmas offering is a giant-sized festive adventure starring panto legend and Olivier-winner Clive Rowe.

This moving, bitingly funny coming-of-age reimagining of Arthur Miller's The Crucible embarks on a West End run at Wyndham's Theatre.

Life-like puppets roam the stage in this Olivier-winning, thrillingly interactive show, back in London by popular demand. Best for age 3+.

The joyful show about growing up queer with a supportive family, which has captured hearts worldwide, returns to the West End.

Join the tea-guzzling tiger this summer, in this Olivier Award-nominated family show that is now a West End favourite! Best for age 3+.

A soldier is plagued by hallucinations after returning from the front in this stirring folk musical, based on renowned German play Woyzeck.

Strictly winner and oddball comedian Bill Bailey returns to the West End with a musical comedy show celebrating the golden age of variety.

This new translation of Chekhov’s tragi-comic masterwork about desire, ambition and the nature of art unfolds by candlelight.

Follow Billy's journey to uncover the truth about his past in this rich new musical by Dani Stoller and Chillina Kennedy.

Daniel Bailey (Red Pitch) directs this major revival of August Wilson’s landmark play about racial tensions in 1950s Pittsburgh.

Tim Crouch’s groundbreaking piece of meta-theatre about grief, suggestion and the power of theatre features a rotating cast of co-stars.

This darkly hilarious solo show, about a neurotic comedian who falls in love with a man who will die if he laughs, returns to London.

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