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From poignant new storytellers to literary maestros across history, enjoy the tales of the longest-running West End shows at London theatres. Avail of last-minute bookings, tempting discounts, and preferred seating.

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Kyla

United States
Jul 2025
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Super friendly staff, incredible performance and comfortable environment! Absolutely loved my experience and definitely plan on being there again!

Hamilton

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BE

Reka

Belgium
May 2025
5/5
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It was awesome! I loved Hamilton🤩 The acting, the music, the scene, the atmosphere everything was breathtaking.

Hamilton

FRADE Gloria
FR

Frade

France
Jul 2025
5/5
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We loved it all 🥰 : The musicians on stage 👏 The virtuoso dancers 🤩 The exceptional singers 😍 The stunning sets 😱 The artist ( main ) who incarnates Mickael was just incredible in his interpretation : his voice , his body , his dance .... everything was so similar ... we really loved this musical. Bravo to all the artists ( dancers , singers , musicians , decorators ...)

MJ The Musical

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IT

Sara

Italy
Jul 2025
5/5
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Spectacular...magnificent theater, curated and majestic sets, wonderful choreography and vocals Comfortable seats, amenities inside the theater top. With headout it was easy and cheap to book the seats I wanted Beautiful experience

Wicked

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GB

Anna

United Kingdom
Jun 2025
5/5
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Thank you, Headout, for being supportive during the purchase. It's very easy and fast to get tickets and once in the venue all works perfectly well too. The Lion King has been incredibly amazing... all the visuals, the live music, some funny adaptations from the original... I give my 10/10!!!

The Lion King

Dolreich Fernandes
IN

Dolreich

India
Jun 2025
5/5
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Everyone was surprised when I revealed that I got a ticket for Fiddler On the Roof through Headout. I was really nervous that I had been scammed. I called up the Barbican Theatre who then thankfully confirmed my reservation. It was a fabulous experience. Thank you Headout.

Fiddler on the Roof

MRS A M HALCROW
GB

Mrs

United Kingdom
Jun 2025
5/5
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I was a bit concerned as there had been a few negative reviews but it Easy to book, just had to get barcode scanned at theatre! Will definitely use Headout again !

Mamma Mia!

BRUNEAU Muriel
FR

Bruneau

France
Jun 2025
5/5
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Scenography, costumes, sets, special effects - everything was breathtaking. Wonderful singers! A magnificent show that won us over

Phantom of the Opera

  • One of the earliest types of entertainment is theatre. Theatre has been performed for roughly 2,500 years. It has changed shape and form over the years and is now regarded as performance art, with various other kinds of acts on stage taken together. London’s West End, a nerve-center of theatre, has some of the longest-running shows in the world. If you are in London, catching one of the longest-running West End shows is an experience you must have.
  • Theatre has its roots in religious acts that required spectators to march in processions or fast. The theatre as we know it today is essentially different. It’s a form of entertainment and, thus, it must keep pace with the world. Not all shows survive for long. It is a huge feat that the longest-running West End shows have managed to keep the attention of viewers for decades. For example, The Mousetrap, an Agatha Christie murder mystery that has been performed for over 70 years, has by far had the longest run at the West End.
  • Enjoy the longest-running West End shows at London Theatre, with compelling tales from literary icons throughout time. The longest-running West End shows may be musicals, Shakespeare’s plays, mysteries, ballets or fantasies. Book your tickets to any of the longest-running West End shows now and take advantage of last-minute deals, irresistible discounts, and exclusive seating.
  • Watching one of the longest-running West End shows while you are in London is sure to be an unforgettable experience. Buying your tickets to the longest-running West End shows online in advance allows you to save time and effort and ensures that you get entry even to the most popular shows. Getting the right seats can enhance your enjoyment of the performance. The front and centre Stalls seats and front seats of the elevated sections of the theatre are usually the most expensive and they offer the best views. However, you can also avail of more affordable options.
  • If you are in London and looking for some top-notch entertainment, you can take your chances with any of the longest-running West End shows. Check out the longest-running West End shows being performed in theatres, then reserve your seats for the larger-than-life experience.
  • Photography and filming are not allowed during any of the longest-running West End shows in London. 
  • Yes, most London Theatres are wheelchair accessible with some having special lifts and seating spaces allotted for guests with wheelchairs.
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