Wednesday Matinees In London

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.

Disney’s spectacular musical features stunning puppetry and an unforgettable score by Elton John. 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.

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

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

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.

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

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

Wildcats! McFly's Harry Judd stars as Coach Bolton in this nostalgic stage version of the film, 20 years after it first hit cinemas.

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

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

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

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.

The epic musical about love, hope and sacrifice during the Vietnam War returns to London in a vibrant, reimagined new staging.

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+.

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

Danny Sapani (Black Panther) leads this new adaptation of Bernadine Evaristo’s decade-spanning novel by Natasha Gordon (Nine Night).

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

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

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

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

Join Peppa & family as they prepare for a new arrival in this oinksome live stage show! Suitable for all ages.

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

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

It’s not Christmas without this hilarious panto spectacular! Enjoy 7 pantos in 70 minutes for the price of one. Best for age 6+.

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

Tennessee Williams’ rarely performed masterpiece about a family united by grief, divided by truth heads to the National Theatre.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Shakespeare’s lesser-known masterwork, about the turbulent reign of an unpopular monarch, comes to this intimate, candlelit theatre.