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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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Kinky Boots The Musical logo with performer in red boots.
Musicals
2 hr

Don’t miss the return of Kinky Boots to West End Theatre for just one night – it’s going to be a magical and exuberant night!

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Don’t miss the return of Kinky Boots to West End Theatre for just one night – it’s going to be a magical and exuberant night!

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£25
Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap neon sign logo.
Cast of "The Mousetrap" in period costumes on stage.
Person in vintage attire with hat and scarf, standing in a theater setting for The Mousetrap.
Man in a suit holding a hat, standing in an ornate room with vintage decor, related to The Mousetrap.
Man in vintage attire reading a newspaper with "Murder" headline, related to The Mousetrap play.
Man in suit taking notes inside a theater setting for The Mousetrap play.
Man in a suit standing in a vintage room with ornate wood paneling, related to The Mousetrap.
Man in formal attire standing in a vintage theater setting for The Mousetrap.
Person holding a vintage telephone in a wood-paneled room, related to The Mousetrap.
Person in period costume standing in front of ornate wooden fireplace, related to The Mousetrap.
Plays
2 hr 20 min

Step into Agatha Christie's legendary murder mystery, The Mousetrap, a record-breaking West End classic with a twist you’ll never see coming.

Theater name: The Mousetrap at St. Martin's Theatre

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Step into Agatha Christie's legendary murder mystery, The Mousetrap, a record-breaking West End classic with a twist you’ll never see coming.

Theater name: The Mousetrap at St. Martin's Theatre

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£31.25
Witness for the Prosecution poster with dramatic portrait of a woman.
Actors in courtroom scene from "Witness for the Prosecution" play.
2 hr 15 min

Step into the historic London County Hall and experience Witness for the Prosecution, a gripping Agatha Christie courtroom play full of suspense, betrayal, and jaw-dropping twists.

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Step into the historic London County Hall and experience Witness for the Prosecution, a gripping Agatha Christie courtroom play full of suspense, betrayal, and jaw-dropping twists.

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£20
Shakespeare's Globe promotional image for The Tempest West End show.
Plays
2 hr

Tim Crouch reimagines Shakespeare’s The Tempest at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, with a haunting blend of storytelling, illusion, and power, where four souls retell a storm that reshaped their fate.

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Tim Crouch reimagines Shakespeare’s The Tempest at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, with a haunting blend of storytelling, illusion, and power, where four souls retell a storm that reshaped their fate.

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£6.25
Mamma Mia! musical poster with a joyful bride holding a bouquet.
Performers in white costumes singing on stage during Mamma Mia production.
Three actors in a scene from Mamma Mia, sitting on steps with a book, in front of a blue door.
Three actors performing energetically on stage in a Mamma Mia production.
Performers in colorful costumes singing and dancing in a Mamma Mia production.
Actors performing a dance scene in Mamma Mia production.
Performers dancing energetically in a vibrant Mamma Mia stage production.
Performers in colorful costumes on stage during a Mamma Mia production.
Cast performing energetic dance scene in Mamma Mia production.
Musicals
2 hr 35 min

ABBA’s hits meet sun-soaked Greek drama in MAMMA MIA! in London, a 25-year West End favourite that’s wowed over 70 million fans worldwide.

Theater name: Novello Theatre

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ABBA’s hits meet sun-soaked Greek drama in MAMMA MIA! in London, a 25-year West End favourite that’s wowed over 70 million fans worldwide.

Theater name: Novello Theatre

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£18.75
I'm Sorry, Prime Minister" comedy poster featuring actors in roles from "Yes, Minister.
2 hr

Back after 40 years, Jonathan Lynn’s sequel to the sharp, very British political satire brings back the legacy of Yes Minister. Enjoy Sir Humphrey’s devastating wit and Lord Hacker’s bumbling nature-from the 80s, now in their 80s.

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Fans of British political satire | Yes Minister devotees | Lovers of comedy

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Back after 40 years, Jonathan Lynn’s sequel to the sharp, very British political satire brings back the legacy of Yes Minister. Enjoy Sir Humphrey’s devastating wit and Lord Hacker’s bumbling nature-from the 80s, now in their 80s.

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Fans of British political satire | Yes Minister devotees | Lovers of comedy

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£18.75
Actor in a suit with "Shadowlands" text on a dark background.
Plays
2 hr 20 min

Shadowlands brings the powerful, true story of C.S. Lewis to life at London’s Aldwych Theatre. Witness a tale of unexpected love and heartbreaking loss, starring Hugh Bonneville.

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Shadowlands brings the powerful, true story of C.S. Lewis to life at London’s Aldwych Theatre. Witness a tale of unexpected love and heartbreaking loss, starring Hugh Bonneville.

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£37.50
High Noon Westend poster with actors' names and a couple embracing in a Western town.
Plays
1 hr 30 min

Experience High Noon in London, where love, duty, and danger collide in real time. Billy Crudup and Denise Gough lead this pulse-pounding thriller at the Harold Pinter Theatre.

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Experience High Noon in London, where love, duty, and danger collide in real time. Billy Crudup and Denise Gough lead this pulse-pounding thriller at the Harold Pinter Theatre.

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£31.25
Phantom of the Opera London poster with mask and red rose.
Performer in Phantom of the Opera costume on stage.
Phantom of the Opera scene with characters in a boat surrounded by candelabras.
Cast performing a vibrant masquerade scene in Phantom of the Opera, West End.
Phantom of the Opera scene with characters on a boat surrounded by candlelight.
Musicals
2 hr 30 min

Step into the grand, candlelit world of Phantom of the Opera in London, the second-longest running musical on the West End, where Andrew Lloyd Webber’s haunting score underscores a timeless tale of love, obsession, and mystery.

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Step into the grand, candlelit world of Phantom of the Opera in London, the second-longest running musical on the West End, where Andrew Lloyd Webber’s haunting score underscores a timeless tale of love, obsession, and mystery.

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What our guests say

João Pedro Pires da Silva

João

Feb 2026

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Spectacular effects! Incredible actors and an amazing atmosphere. I’m a huge Harry Potter fan and I’ve been to almost everything the franchise has to offer, but this show is definitely in my top 3.

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Varga Lilla Brigitta
HU

Varga

Hungary
Jan 2026

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This was a fabolous experience, not a dull moment. The actors and actresses were superb, the humour was on point, and the drama was gripping. It was truly magical, hats down to the whole cast and crew!

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Sofia Dal Dosso

Sofia

Jan 2026

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Ho acquistato due biglietti di questo spettacolo per un regalo. Entrambi siamo rimasti affascinati dagli effetti scenografici proposti per tutta la sua durata. Sono un'appassionata di musical e personalmente ho percepito qualità e cura nel dettaglio, soprattutto per quanto riguarda danza e scenografia.

Phantom of the Opera

Alan Marvin
US

Alan

United States
Jan 2026

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Live orchestra, great set designs and the performers were 1st rate. Only problem I had was difficulty in understanding the lyrics during some of the singing.

Phantom of the Opera

Jeffrey McIntosh Monson
US

Jeffrey

United States
Feb 2026

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Beautiful Theater. V seems like every seat is good. All seats are close to cocktail sales. The music, the singing, the colorful sets, all great. And several hidden meanings too, or maybe not even that hidden. political and social discussions throughout.

Wicked

Giovanna Puddu

Giovanna

Jan 2026

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Sono riusciti a rendere in maniera stupenda e grandiosa il classico Disney. Ballerini, cantanti e scenografia sono unici

The Lion King

BADINA LUCIEN
FR

Badina

France
Jan 2026

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La première chose que je souhaite mettre en avant c'est la capacité des artistes à transmettre l'émotion avec une facilité déconcertante. Bravo à eux ! Ensuite la mise en scène et les tableaux millimétrés donnent du rythme au spectacle. Enfin, la salle est comme un cocon sans oublier les chansons d'ABBA restituées à la perfection par les artistes. Que du bonheur !

Mamma Mia!

Alissa Caldari

Alissa

Jan 2026

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This performance was unforgettable because it completely captivated me, both emotionally and artistically. Seeing Hamilton at Westminster at the Victoria Palace Theatre was wonderful: I had chills and cried throughout almost the entire show, a sign of how much the story and music touched me. The seats were spectacular; even though the right side of the stage was slightly obscured, it didn't detract from the experience, as every moment was still stunning. The voices were powerful and moving, and the dance routines were incredibly precise and energetic. Furthermore, the atmosphere of the theater and the knowledge of attending such an iconic musical made everything even more magical, turning the evening into a truly unique memory.

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