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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.

53 Shows in London

Oliver!

Oliver!

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

Beetlejuice

Beetlejuice

The smash-hit Broadway comedy, based on Tim Burton’s cult classic film, finally makes its London debut.

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.

The Comedy About Spies

The Comedy About Spies

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

Now You See Me Live

Now You See Me Live

The highly anticipated UK premiere of the stage illusion show, Now You See Me, plays at the London Coliseum for a limited summer run.

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!

The Lion King

The Lion King

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

To Kill A Mockingbird

To Kill A Mockingbird

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

Cyrano de Bergerac

Cyrano de Bergerac

Love, lies, poetry and disguise: Adrian Lester stars as the large-nosed wordsmith in this RSC transfer of Rostand’s romantic drama.

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.

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+.

Arcadia

Arcadia

A landmark in-the-round revival of Tom Stoppard's Olivier-winning play about time, science and desire heads to the West End.

The Truth

The Truth

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

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+.

Cabaret

Cabaret

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

The Hunger Games: On Stage

The Hunger Games: On Stage

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

Hay Fever

Hay Fever

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

The Lives of Others

The Lives of Others

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

How The Other Half Loves

How The Other Half Loves

This side-splitting Alan Ayckbourn farce, staged in the round, follows three couples whose lives become entangled by an act of infidelity.

Paddington The Musical

Paddington The Musical

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+.

Dog Man: The Musical

Dog Man: The Musical

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

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.

Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular

Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular

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

The Story

The Story

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

The Cherry Orchard

The Cherry Orchard

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

A Christmas Carol

A Christmas Carol

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

Heathers The Musical

Heathers The Musical

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

The Gruffalo

The Gruffalo

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

Brainiac Live!

Brainiac Live!

The Olivier Award-winning, explosive family show heads to the Garrick Theatre. Best for age 5+.

Room On The Broom

Room On The Broom

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

Billy Elliot

Billy Elliot

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 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 Jungle Book

The Jungle Book

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

Cloud 9

Cloud 9

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

High School Musical

High School Musical

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

Cinderella: The Pantomime

Cinderella: The Pantomime

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

Be Like Blippi

Be Like Blippi

Get ready to learn... Blippi is back in London with another interactive live show for families! Best for age 2+.

The Smartest Giant in Town

The Smartest Giant in Town

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

Julius Caesar

Julius Caesar

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

As You Like It

As You Like It

Escape into the Forest of Arden with this revelatory and joyous festival-themed staging of Shakespeare’s beloved pastoral comedy.

Jeeves Takes Charge

Jeeves Takes Charge

Sam Harrison gives a tour-de-force performance in this one-man adaptation of P.G. Wodehouse's beloved Jeeves and Wooster stories.

The Children

The Children

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

Stick Man

Stick Man

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

King John

King John

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

Dinosaur World Live

Dinosaur World Live

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

The Tiger Who Came To Tea

The Tiger Who Came To Tea

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+.

Franz & Marie

Franz & Marie

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

Bill Bailey: Vaudevillean

Bill Bailey: Vaudevillean

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

Wild About You

Wild About You

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

Fences

Fences

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

Jack and the Beanstalk

Jack and the Beanstalk

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

Peppa Pig's Big Family Show!

Peppa Pig's Big Family Show!

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

There's a Bear on My Chair

There's a Bear on My Chair

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

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