True Story Shows

Fact is stranger than fiction! Enjoy the latest plays and musicals by booking true story show tickets at London theatres. Avail of last-minute bookings, tempting discounts, and preferred seating.

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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

Performer on stage with dancers in MJ The Musical.

Performers dancing energetically on stage during MJ The Musical.

Performer in white hat and dancers on stage with neon city backdrop in MJ The Musical.

Musicals

2 hr 30 min

Moonwalk into Tony‑winning MJ The Musical in London, an Olivier‑winning West End feast of choreography, music, and backstage drama that’s pure pop adrenaline.

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Moonwalk into Tony‑winning MJ The Musical in London, an Olivier‑winning West End feast of choreography, music, and backstage drama that’s pure pop adrenaline.

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£53.13

Two performers on stage with a guitar and microphone, Marie & Rosetta show.

Two performers sing passionately on stage in a scene from Marie & Rosetta production.

Two performers on stage in "Marie & Rosetta" production, one singing with a microphone.

Performers singing on stage in Marie & Rosetta production with purple backdrop and cross.

Performer in blue dress smiling on stage during Marie & Rosetta production.

Performer singing and playing tambourine in Marie & Rosetta production.

Two performers on stage in a Marie & Rosetta production, surrounded by warm lighting.

Plays

2 hr

An electrifying portrait of gospel pioneer Sister Rosetta Tharpe and her singing partner Marie Knight at London’s Soho Place, featuring an Olivier-winning star and a live band that rewrites rock ’n’ roll history.

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£61.88

Cast performing a scene from the musical Hamilton on stage.

Performer in royal costume during Hamilton musical scene.

Actors performing a dance scene in the musical Hamilton on stage.

Stage performance of Hamilton with actors in period costumes, featuring a central figure addressing the audience.

Stage performance of Hamilton with lead actor and ensemble cast.

Performer in period costume on stage during Hamilton musical.

Performers on stage during a scene from the musical Hamilton.

Stage performance of Hamilton cast in period costumes with arms outstretched.

Cast of Hamilton performing on stage in period costumes.

Musicals

2 hr 45 min

A Grammy & Pulitzer Prize-winning phenomenon with 11 Tonys, Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Hamilton in London remixes history with hip-hop, R&B, and Broadway flair.

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A Grammy & Pulitzer Prize-winning phenomenon with 11 Tonys, Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Hamilton in London remixes history with hip-hop, R&B, and Broadway flair.

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£25

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

Poster for Mrs President Westend show featuring lead actors and production credits.

Plays

1 hr 25 min

A daring new play reclaims Mary Lincoln’s story with Keala Settle at the centre, blending history, image-making, and the cost of being a woman the world tried to forget.

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A daring new play reclaims Mary Lincoln’s story with Keala Settle at the centre, blending history, image-making, and the cost of being a woman the world tried to forget.

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£17.50

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Mason Alexander Park as Mary Todd Lincoln in "Oh, Mary!" play poster.

Plays

1 hr 19 min

A hilariously unhinged take on Mary Todd Lincoln, Tony-winning and West End bound Oh, Mary! skewers history through a dark, campy lens.

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A hilariously unhinged take on Mary Todd Lincoln, Tony-winning and West End bound Oh, Mary! skewers history through a dark, campy lens.

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£43.75

Performer in jeweled jumpsuit on stage, "The Elvis Years" show.

Musicals

2 hr

Calling all fans of Elvis! The Elvis Years, a musical that traces the life of Presley, is coming to London! Get ready for a fantastic journey as you relive the times when the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley ruled the stage.

Great for

Elvis Presley Fans | Tribute Show Lovers | Rock ‘n’ Roll Enthusiasts

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Elvis Presley Fans | Tribute Show Lovers | Rock ‘n’ Roll Enthusiasts

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£28.13

Plays

2 hr 9 min

John le Carré’s ultimate spy thriller hits the West End for the first time ever—The Spy Who Came in from the Cold storms @sohoplace for a chillingly good run.

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John le Carré’s ultimate spy thriller hits the West End for the first time ever—The Spy Who Came in from the Cold storms @sohoplace for a chillingly good run.

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£61.88

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What our guests say

Grace

United Kingdom

Feb 2026

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It was incredible to finally be at London's West End theatre performance of Hamilton! It had me laughing, in tears, and captivated for the whole show.

Hamilton

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.

Hamilton

Filipa

Portugal

Feb 2026

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The energy of the show and the crowd was amazing . The singers were amazing and involved the crowd in the performance. Amazing show really recommend

Six

Mikaela

United Kingdom

Dec 2025

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I loved the songs and dancing. The 6 queens were sassy and colourful. The programme gave a great history to each Queen which I really enjoyed reading. It was a feel good show.

Six

Sarah

United Kingdom

Feb 2026

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A superb show, well worth seeing if you remember the original Live Aid and where you were at the time watching it and loving it all. Go see it.

Just for One Day – The Live Aid Musical

Ann-christin

Dec 2025

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A fantastic Show, great actors, a plot that is telling a true and important story while also providing fun and entertainment - one highlight ist definately the battle between Mrs T and Mr G. Great singers presenting the top hits of the 80's. I saw the show for the second time and in case I have a chance I will come back to see it again. Clear recommendation for everyone who loves the songs of Queen, Madonna, Paul Young, Phil Collins, The Boomtown Rats and all the other legends of Live Aid. Great this is back on Stage.

Just for One Day – The Live Aid Musical

Ana

United Kingdom

Jan 2026

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I will never be able to see a Michael Jackson concert live but MJ the musical captured a fraction of his stardom and gave us the opportunity to see a momentary glimpse of the past and a shadow of the king of pop. It was emotional and captivating. Thank you for an amazing birthday treat.

MJ The Musical

Leroy

United States

Jan 2026

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The show was great! The music wonderful. The dancing superb. The atmosphere electrifying . The venue itself verry clean. we came from the United States just to visit , we decided to go to a show last minute and loveed every minute of the MJ show.

MJ The Musical