Saturday Matinees In London

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

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

This swingin’ new musical, from a Tony and Olivier Award-winning creative team, tells the story of Frank Sinatra’s remarkable career.

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

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

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

The Olivier Award-winning adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s film is a magical West End experience. Best for age 6+.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Celebrating its 30th anniversary in style, Matthew Bourne’s unforgettable retelling of the classic fairytale through dance heads to London.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

This moving musical follows a group of queer activists who travel to rural Wales to support a group of miners during the 1980s strikes.

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+.

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

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

Fly across a winter wonderland and see a Christmas classic! Now in its 29th year, The Snowman is as magical as ever. Suitable for all ages.

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 world's greatest detective must solve a mystery linked to the “Twelve Day of Christmas” in this hilarious festive whodunnit.

This musical adaptation of the cult manga is a thrilling game of cat and mouse between an eccentric detective and an otherworldly killer.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

Let your hair down with a night of irresistible, temperature-raising entertainment, inspired by Channing Tatum’s sizzling film franchise.

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

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

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

A five-star musical adaptation of the beloved children's story returns to the Globe this Christmas. Best for age 5+.

Cindy and her gay BFF Buttons compete for the hand of tennis hottie Ivan Yassandvich in this rude, crude and utterly hilarious adult panto.

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

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

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

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+.

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

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

The joyous and heartwarming musical about a teen who has a rare rapid-ageing disease makes its UK premiere at the Hampstead Theatre.

The wildly funny play of murder mystery and deep philosophical debates by Tom Stoppard returns to the London stage in an exciting new revival.

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