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Saturday Matinees In London

Spend your weekend the right way with an afternoon trip to the theatre! There is no limit to what matinees are on in London on Saturday; this is the biggest day of the week for crowds flocking to the West End. Whether it’s a huge TV or film star on stage or a family-friendly musical, tickets are available for practically any show you want to watch.

Saturday theatre matinees start between 2pm and 2.30pm, leaving plenty of time to sightsee and have lunch before a show, and you can keep your evenings free to enjoy London’s best nightlife spots as well. You cannot beat the atmosphere of a weekend theatre trip, so check Sunday matinees for even more shows to book for now.

92 Shows in London

The Great Gatsby: A New Musical

The Great Gatsby: A New Musical

It’s the party of the season! The Coliseum’s summer musical is a decadent adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic!

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+.

MJ the Musical

MJ the Musical

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

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 Phantom of the Opera

The Phantom of the Opera

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

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.

Hamilton

Hamilton

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

The Lion King

The Lion King

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

Evita

Evita

Jamie Lloyd’s sleek and gritty revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical returns, starring Rachel Zegler.

Mamma Mia!

Mamma Mia!

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

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 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!

Oliver!

Oliver!

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

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+.

Fawlty Towers

Fawlty Towers

Make a reservation for this hilarious play, based on the ‘70s sitcom. Written by John Cleese & guaranteed to make you cry with laughter!

Stranger Things: The First Shadow

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.

Nye

Nye

Michael Sheen reprises his role as NHS founder Nye Bevan in this “mighty, moving” (Financial Times) play.

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+.

Till the Stars Come Down

Till the Stars Come Down

Tensions rise at the wedding of a working class Midlands lass and a Polish immigrant in this explosive play about family, grief and home.

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.

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.

Witness for the Prosecution

Witness for the Prosecution

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

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.

A Midsummer Night's Dream

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Nicholas Hytner’s boundary-breaking, immersive production of Shakespeare’s spellbinding comedy returns to the Bridge Theatre.

Burlesque The Musical

Burlesque The Musical

Be seduced by this sizzling musical about a small-town girl who finds her voice at a glitzy Burlesque bar, based on the campy 2010 film.

My Neighbour Totoro

My Neighbour Totoro

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

The Mousetrap

The Mousetrap

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

Hadestown

Hadestown

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

Mrs Warren's Profession

Mrs Warren's Profession

Imelda Staunton and her daughter Bessie Carter star in this brand-new production of George Bernard Shaw’s witty, controversial drama.

Starlight Express

Starlight Express

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

Stereophonic

Stereophonic

This stunning, record-breaking play with music, about the fraught relationships of a band recording their latest album, transfers to London.

Matthew Bourne's The Red Shoes

Matthew Bourne's The Red Shoes

Obsession, art and love collide in Matthew Bourne’s breathtaking Olivier-winning ballet, based on the Academy Award-winning classic film.

The Play That Goes Wrong

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.

The Comedy About Spies

The Comedy About Spies

MI5? More like LOL! Mischief Theatre’s latest comedy, set in the world of ‘60s espionage, features spies, mistaken identity and more!

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.

A Man for All Seasons

A Man for All Seasons

Martin Shaw stars in this exhilarating historical drama about the defiant bravery of Sir Thomas More, Lord Chancellor to Henry VIII.

All My Sons

All My Sons

Bryan Cranston stars in Ivo Van Hove’s innovative revival of Arthur Miller’s American Dream-skewering classic about love, loss and lies.

Christmas Carol Goes Wrong

Christmas Carol Goes Wrong

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

Punch

Punch

James Graham’s moving, real-life drama about a fateful fight, redemption and restorative justice transfers to the West End.

The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe

The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe

Experience the magic of Narnia at this spellbinding stage adaptation of the children’s story. Best for age 7+.

Six the Musical

Six the Musical

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

Magic Mike Live

Magic Mike Live

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

Cabaret

Cabaret

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

The Producers

The Producers

This major revival of Mel Brooks' hilariously irreverent musical about a strategically planned Broadway flop transfers to the West End.

Born With Teeth

Born With Teeth

Ncuti Gatwa and Edward Bluemel star in this bitingly witty new play about rival playwrights William Shakespeare and Christopher Marlowe.

Horrible Histories - Barmy Britain

Horrible Histories - Barmy Britain

Enjoy history with all the nasty bits left in at this brilliant kids’ show! From Boudicca to Queen Victoria, best for ages 5+.

The Weir

The Weir

Brendan Gleeson stars in this new revival of Conor McPherson’s haunting masterpiece about grief, regret and the power of storytelling.

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.

Ballet Shoes

Ballet Shoes

Discover Ballet Shoes, Noel Streatfeild’s timeless tale of ambition and family, beautifully reimagined for the stage.

The Unbelievers

The Unbelievers

Nicola Walker stars in the world premiere of Nick Payne’s latest play. A haunting drama about motherhood, family and remembrance.

Every Brilliant Thing

Every Brilliant Thing

This moving one-person show about depression, loss and finding your joy features a rotating cast including Lenny Henry and Sue Perkins.

The Lady from the Sea

The Lady from the Sea

Alicia Vikander and Andrew Lincoln star in Simon Stone's modern reworking of Ibsen’s classic about grief, freedom and rebirth.

Good Night, Oscar

Good Night, Oscar

Will and Grace star Sean Hayes reprises his Tony-winning performance as wild-card composer Oscar Levant in this explosive comedy drama.

Twelfth Night

Twelfth Night

Get swept into a love triangle this summer with Shakespeare’s romantic tragicomedy about love, loss and hidden identity at the Globe.

The Merry Wives of Windsor

The Merry Wives of Windsor

Shakespeare’s wild and boisterous comedy sees Middle England collapse into brilliant chaos - performed in the open air at the Globe.

A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story

A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story

Mark Gatiss’ spooky adaptation of Charles Dickens’s beloved festive tale returns to the stunning Alexandra Palace Theatre.

Girl From The North Country

Girl From The North Country

Love, loss and hope collide in this award-winning jukebox musical, reimagining Bob Dylan hits in Depression Era Minnesota.

I’m Sorry, Prime Minister

I’m Sorry, Prime Minister

Griff Rhys Jones and Clive Francis reunite as Jim Hacker and Sir Humphrey in Jonathan Lynn’s razor-sharp political comedy.

The Spy Who Came In From the Cold

The Spy Who Came In From the Cold

This stylish, atmospheric adaptation of John le Carré’s Cold War novel transfers to London following a sell-out Chichester run.

Giant

Giant

John Lithgow is magnetic as Roald Dahl in this smart and provocative drama, transferring to the West End after a sold-out world premiere.

CoComelon: Sing-A-Long LIVE

CoComelon: Sing-A-Long LIVE

Sing, dance and giggle with JJ and friends as the beloved children's show brings its musical magic to London! Suitable for all ages.

The Snowman

The Snowman

Fly across a winter wonderland and see a Christmas classic! Now in its 28th year, The Snowman is as magical as ever. Suitable for all ages.

Saving Mozart

Saving Mozart

Child prodigy, rebel, genius. This bold new musical tells the untold story of the legendary composer - and the women who shaped his life.

The Importance of Being Earnest

The Importance of Being Earnest

Olly Alexander stars in this exuberant, flamboyant production of Wilde's classic comedy about romance, society and mistaken identity.

101 Dalmatians

101 Dalmatians

This musical adaptation of the children's story features original songs and stunning puppetry - it's tail-wagglingly good! Best for age 5+.

Sing Street

Sing Street

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

The Daughter of Time

The Daughter of Time

Romance, history and myth collide when an investigator opens a cold case on Richard III, in this exhilarating crime drama.

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 Enormous Crocodile

The Enormous Crocodile

Gobble up a fantastic family musical this summer! Roald Dahl’s book is turned into a snappy show with songs and puppets. Best for age 3+.

The Smeds and The Smoos

The Smeds and The Smoos

Fly through space on an alien adventure in this exciting stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson’s picture book. Best for age 3+.

The Playboy of the Western World

The Playboy of the Western World

Derry Girls stars Nicola Coughlan and Siobhán McSweeney lead this subversive Irish classic about a charismatic alleged murderer.

Pinocchio the Musical

Pinocchio the Musical

A heartwarming and hilarious new musical adaptation of the beloved children's story about family, freedom and self-discovery.

Romeo and Juliet

Romeo and Juliet

Experience a fresh take on one of the greatest love stories of all time, in this Wild West-inspired production of Shakespeare’s tragedy.

The Tiger Who Came To Tea

The Tiger Who Came To Tea

Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show that is now a West End favourite! Best for age 3+, babes in arms under 18 months.

Brigadoon

Brigadoon

This first major revival of the enchanting Highland-set musical in 35 years. With an updated script from acclaimed playwright Rona Munro.

Othello

Othello

David Harewood and Toby Jones star in this explosive new production of Shakespeare's tragic tale of power, desire and revenge.

A Midsummer Night's Dream

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Love, jealousy and magic collide in this darker, candlelit take on Shakespeare’s beloved comedy. Is it a dream - or a nightmare?

Ghost Stories

Ghost Stories

The spine-chilling box office sensation about a cynical supernatural researcher returns to London to terrify audiences. Book if you dare!

I'm Every Woman: The Chaka Khan Musical

I'm Every Woman: The Chaka Khan Musical

Celebrate the life and music of Chaka Khan in this electrifying new musical at the Peacock Theatre.

Peppa Pig's Big Family Show!

Peppa Pig's Big Family Show!

Join Peppa and family as they prepare for a new arrival in this brand new stage show! Suitable for all ages. Babes in arms under 12 months.

The Woman in Black

The Woman in Black

The spinechilling classic ghost story returns to London for a limited run, offering a spooky night out for theatre fans.

50 First Dates: The Musical

50 First Dates: The Musical

He’s falling for her daily - she’s forgetting nightly! This nostalgic, laugh-out-loud musical is an adaptation of the hit rom-com.

Get Down Tonight

Get Down Tonight

This groovy, feel-good musical charts the beginnings of KC and the Sunshine Band, and is jam-packed with the band’s beloved disco hits!

Rough Magic

Rough Magic

Join Shakespeare’s Weird Sisters as they cook up a magical and surprising family show, based on Macbeth. Best for age 5+.

Dracula

Dracula

Experience a thrilling female-centric reimagining of Bram Stoker’s Dracula in this new adaptation at the Lyric Hammersmith.

Bacchae

Bacchae

This exhilarating new adaptation of Euripides’ tragedy promises anarchy and excitement as frenzied Dionysian fangirls take centre stage.

Hamlet

Hamlet

Olivier winner Hiran Abeysekera takes on the iconic role in this fearless new production of Shakespeare’s tragedy about grief and revenge.

HMS Pinafore

HMS Pinafore

This riotous revival of the Gilbert and Sullivan comic operetta returns in ENO’s slapstick-filled, Olivier-nominated production.

Maddie Moate's Very Curious Christmas

Maddie Moate's Very Curious Christmas

Join BAFTA-winning children's presenter Maddie Moate for her live science show, perfect for curious kids and their adults! Best for age 4+.

Sunny Afternoon

Sunny Afternoon

This Olivier Award-winning jukebox musical about iconic rock band The Kinks returns to London for a limited run.

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