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Wednesday Matinees In London

Have a day off work? Split your week up with tickets to see a Wednesday matinee. This is one of the most popular midweek matinee days, with a huge number of West End shows opening their doors for performances between 2pm and 2.30pm. You can also bag cheap theatre tickets: prices are often lower than Saturday matinees, and sometimes less than evening performances too.

Les Miserables and The Lion King are just two of the top London musicals that perform for a daytime crowd, and you can also fit in both parts of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, with Part 1 starting in the afternoon and Part 2 in the evening.

48 Shows in London

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+.

Hamilton

Hamilton

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

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.

Oliver!

Oliver!

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

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+.

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!

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.

The Lion King

The Lion King

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

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.

Hadestown

Hadestown

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

The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker

Enjoy a Christmas classic as London’s most popular festive ballet returns for another exhilarating season. Best for age 5+.

Nye

Nye

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

Six the Musical

Six the Musical

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

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.

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.

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!

Starlight Express

Starlight Express

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

Inter Alia

Inter Alia

Rosamund Pike stars in this searing drama about motherhood and masculinity from the award-winning team behind Prima Facie.

My Master Builder

My Master Builder

Ewan McGregor is back on stage for the first time in 17 years in Lila Raicek’s new play. A startling relationship drama inspired by Ibsen.

Cabaret

Cabaret

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

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.

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.

Ballet Shoes

Ballet Shoes

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

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.

The Producers

The Producers

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

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.

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+.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

Hamlet

Hamlet

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

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 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+.

Sing Street

Sing Street

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

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.

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!

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!

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.

Troilus and Cressida

Troilus and Cressida

Heroes, honour and the reality of war unravel in Shakespeare’s epic Trojan satire. A rarely-performed drama with a gripping conclusion.

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+.

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.

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+.

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