The Last ShipMusic icon Sting stars in his critically acclaimed musical, The Last Ship, in a revised new production, coming to the Theatre Royal Drury Lane this autumn. Featuring original music by The Police frontman himself, The Last Ship is a heartfelt and empowering musical about the shipbuilding community in his home city of Newcastle, as it reached its breaking point in the 1980s. Debuting in Chicago in 2014, the musical has enjoyed runs on Broadway, the West End, and in Australia. Inspired by Sting's own childhood, The Last Ship features some of the Grammy winner's best-loved songs, including "Island of Souls", "All This Time" and "When We Dance".22 Sep - 3 OctTheatre Royal Drury LanePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
David Bowie: You're Not AloneThough he may no longer be with us, we're still blessed with the incredible body of work that David Bowie left behind. There has never been anyone quite like the trailblazing rock star, and there has never been an experience quite like this. Across Lightroom's immense projection space, Bowie's life and work are brought to life on a monumental scale, transforming the venue into a living canvas inspired by one of the most influential creative minds of the last century.Showing until 10 Jan 2027LightroomPrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Paranormal ActivityAll stemming from the story of a normal couple plagued by a malevolent unseen force told through 'found-footage', Paranormal Activity reinvigorated the horror genre on its 2007 release, and now it's changing the game once more as it comes to the stage. An original story from acclaimed Punchdrunk founder and artistic director Felix Barrett and playwright Levi Holloway, be prepared for thrills in the theatre as this new chapter in the 'Paranormal universe unfolds live!Showing until 7 NovAmbassadors TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Hay FeverWelcome to a not-so-blissful family weekend! Emmy and two-time Tony-winning star Christine Baranski has played every role under the stars, and is now ticking off a major career milestone with her long-awaited West End debut in this sparkling reimagining of Noel Coward's century-old comedy, starring alongside Oscar nominee Richard E. Grant, under the direction of Emily Burns.22 Sep - 12 DecWyndhams TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
AffluenzaComedian and actor Andy Sandberg adds a few more strings to his bow as this new play, penned and directed by the SNL and Lonely Island star, enjoys its world premiere this autumn at Riverside Studios. Based on true events, Affluenza is a razor-sharp exploration of power, privilege and generational wealth, as evidenced by one of the most reviled American legal defences of recent times.26 Sep - 21 NovRiverside StudiosPrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
The Standard of LivingThis autumn, the West End welcomes the highly anticipated world premiere of The Standard of Living starring Rory Kinnear and Natalia Osipova, a new play by Olivier Award-winning playwright James Graham (Punch, Quiz, Ink, Dear England). Staged at the Theatre Royal Haymarket, this strictly limited run follows intellectual titan John Maynard Keynes, a man who rewrote the rules of modern economics during a world on the brink of crisis.21 Sep - 12 DecTheatre Royal HaymarketPrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
TRUTony Award winner Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Modern Family) stars in this fascinating one-man play following a critically acclaimed New York run, premiering at London's Menier Chocolate Factory this September. Diving into one of the most turbulent periods of celebrated author Truman Capote's life, TRU utilises immersive elements in an intimate, funny, and heartfelt exploration of an American icon.19 Sep - 14 NovMenier Chocolate FactoryPrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Into the WoodsWest End Transfer! James Fein (Oklahoma!, Cabaret) directs Tony-winning super duo Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's second collaboration, transferring from the Bridge Theatre to the Noel Coward this autumn. The Brothers Grimm-inspired story premiered on Broadway in 1987. Since then, the tale of a childless baker and his wife has been adapted into a $213 million-grossing Disney film and has had countless revivals. The question remains - what will you go Into the Woods for?22 Sep - 9 Jan 2027Noel Coward TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do?)Riding high off the back of sold-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe, the Turbine Theatre, and the Garrick, oh, and an Olivier nomination for good measure, don't miss Rob Madge's exuberant celebration of growing up queer in this triumphant, touching, and hilarious production. Reminiscing on the time they tried to stage a full-scale Disney parade in their living room, with Rob playing all the characters from Mary Poppins to Ariel and their dad on stage management duties, enjoy this re-staging of the storied event!16 Sep - 3 OctApollo TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Rent30th Anniversary production! You heard that right, RENTheads, after last being seen in the West End in 1999, RENT is returning to London with Gaten Matarazzo making his West End debut as Mark Cohen! Electrifying the musical theatre landscape when it premiered on Broadway back in 1996, Jonathan Larson's Pulitzer and Tony-winning RENT remains an unmissable experience to this day. Bursting with energy and a rocking score, Rent tells the story of a band of young artists living in New York, who are determined to overcome the fear of HIV that hangs over them.26 Sep - 27 Mar 2027Duke of Yorks TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
ShamiltonThe zany LA-based improv team, Baby Wants Candy return with their musical parody that takes aim at the biggest show on Broadway! This talented team create an epic musical on the spot, with a little help from the audience, based on a historical figure of someone's choosing. Arriving in London, this spectacle is a project by the team who have devised and performed 3,000 completely improvised musicals to audiences across the world, and is expected to take the London by storm!8 - 20 SepThe Other PalacePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Six - SingalongSing along with the Queens! Henry VIII's infamous quest for an heir and his notorious penchant for beheadings have cemented his place as one of Britain's most renowned monarchs. The stories of his six ill-fated wives are fixtures in any school history curriculum. Created by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, the musical Six brings their stories to life in a dazzling, high-energy performance! With these special Sing-along performances, this will surely be a night to remember!Opens 13 SepVaudeville TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
How The Other Half LovesThe prolific Alan Ayckbourn brings his much-missed marital farce back to the West End in this limited run at the Old Vic. With as many twists and turns as a game of snakes and ladders, How The Other Half Loves concerns three couples, The Fosters, The Phillips, and The Featherstones, and two rather disastrous dinner parties...Showing until 19 SepOld Vic TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Lion KingThis immensely successful reimagining of Disney's 1994 animation continues to captivate audiences over two decades after its opening at the Lyceum Theatre. It conjures up the African savannah in all its grand, majestic beauty, employing elaborate costuming, breathtaking puppetry, and soaring African melodies to transport audiences from the grey streets of London to pure theatrical bliss. Be prepared for a night to remember!Open RunLyceum TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
WickedThe subversive and downright twisty hit musical follows two unlikely friends and how they become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch of the South. Based on Gregory Maguire's best-selling novel series, this spellbinding musical adventure transports you to a spectacular fantasy world of wizardry, witchcraft, sorcery and spells, long before Dorothy arrived in that pesky flying house. Watch as two extraordinary young women grapple with the choices they face, and find unlikely allies in each other as they learn what it is to truly be....WICKED.Open RunApollo Victoria TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Mamma Mia!Soon-to-be-married Sophie is desperate to find her father to walk her down the aisle; unfortunately, her mother Donna has no idea who it is. After discovering three possible candidates in her mother's diary, she fires off three invitations to the men, who all arrive together on the idyllic Greek island where Sophie and Donna live. When Donna discovers her three old flames are back in her life, she must confront her past and organise the wedding with the help of her outrageous friends! Laughter, sunshine, and of course, ABBA songs galore are in full splendor in this, the ultimate feel-good musical!Open RunNovello TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets