Oh Mary!The day of triumph has surely arrived! Cole Escola's Tony-winning play has transferred to the West End. Oh Mary! the dark comedy is set to star Mason Alexander Park as former United States First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln, breaking down her life from the inside, and in Escola's own words, through the lens of an idiot. Tony Award winner Sam Pinkleton directs. Don't miss out on this exciting and hilarious chance to see the First Lady as you've never seen her before!Showing until 2 Jan 2027Trafalgar TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
The Comedy About SpiesFrom the creators of The Play That Goes Wrong and The Comedy About a Bank Robbery comes this exhilarating production that will leave you shaken (not stirred) with laughter! The Comedy About Spies takes place in swinging 1960s London, with chaos ensuing when a British double agent swipes the blueprints for a top-secret weapon being developed. Writers Henry Lewis and Henry Shields have redefined modern farce through their brilliant work as part of Mischief Theatre, and this new piece, under the direction of Matt Di Carlo (The Play That Goes Wrong off-Broadway, Moulin Rouge) is absolutely no exception.1 Aug - 26 SepAdelphi TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
AllegraAllegra is a brand-new comedy by the celebrated, Tony and Olivier Award-nominated playwright Peter Quilter (End of the Rainbow). Coming to London's Harold Pinter theatre, Maureen Lipman (See How They Run, Coronation Street) has been announced for the world premiere. Her first major outing in two decades, Lipman is one of Britain's most beloved stage and screen actors, and Allegra marks a new collaboration with Quilter following their West End success with Rose.8 Jul - 8 AugHarold Pinter TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
The OresteiaSuceeding Into the Woods this summer, The Bridge Theatre swaps fairytales for Greek Mythology in this new production of Aeschylus' dramatic tale of familial strife after the return of patriarch Agamemnon after the Greek victory at Troy. Simon Stone returns to the venue following The Lady From the Sea last year, promising to add his radical vision to the ages-old text, commenting: "as long as humankind wages wars and as long as families tear themselves apart, this story will remain painfully, cathartically relevant."2 Jul - 19 SepBridge TheatrePrices 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!11 Aug - 7 NovAmbassadors TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Abigail's PartyWhatsOnStage Award nominee and EastEnders royalty Tamzin Outhwaite stars in this revival of Mike Leigh's satirical class comedy, touring across the UK from July 2026! Set amidst a drinks party in 1970s Essex that starts to unravel into disaster, Abigail's Party is a razor-sharp dissection of class conflict and the unspoken rules of 'polite society'.20 - 25 JulRichmond TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
The StoryAmerican playwright Tracey Scott Wilson's searing contemporary drama makes its British premiere at the Olivier Theatre. Directed by Clint Dyer (Death of England: Closing Time), the production stars BAFTA-winning actress Letitia Wright (Black Panther) making her National Theatre debut after a celebrated screen career, alongside an ensemble including Lorraine Toussaint (Orange is the New Black), Ashley Thomas (Bashy) and Wilf Scolding (Cabaret). Originally running in Manhattan in 2003, The Story is a gripping thriller based on a true story, navigating the risks of telling a story others would rather leave buried.24 Aug - 24 OctNational Theatre, OlivierPrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Grace PervadesOscar nominee Ralph Fiennes and Miranda Raison star in Olivier Award-winning David Hare's new play on Victorian theatre at the Theatre Royal Haymarket. Diving into the lives of two theatrical giants of the Victorian era, Grace Pervades is directed by Jeremy Herrin and is a fascinating true tale of the forging of British theatre.Showing until 11 JulTheatre Royal HaymarketPrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
The MisanthropeEmmy, Golden Globe and Screen Actor's Guild award-winner Sandra Oh (Killing Eve) makes her debut at the National Theatre, leading the cast in Martin Crimp's blistering new version of Molire's greatest comedy, The Misanthrope. Directed by Indhu Rubasingham (The Father and the Assassin), Crimp's previous take on the classic originally premiered in 1996 and transported the setting from 17th century Paris to modern-day London, retelling the tale to deal with the shallowness and vanity of contemporary celebrity and bringing critical acclaim on both the West End and in New York. Refreshing and updating it once again, don't miss the return of this brilliant take on a centuries old comedy classic.Showing until 1 AugNational Theatre, LytteltonPrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
To Kill A MockingbirdOscar winner Aaron Sorkin's adaptation of Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird was last seen in the West End in 2022. Now, The King and I director Bartlett Sher brings this Tony-winning, seminal story back to London in 2026! To Kill a Mockingbird tells the story of a Black man accused of rape in pre-Civil Rights era Alabama and the noble lawyer who defends him.Showing until 12 SepWyndhams TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Harry Potter And The Cursed ChildBased on an original new story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a new play by Jack Thorne. It is the eighth story in the Harry Potter series and the first official Harry Potter story to be presented on stage. The critically acclaimed production is the most awarded new play in theatre history, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has won 24 major theatre awards in the UK and is the most awarded play in the history of the Olivier Awards, winning a record-breaking nine awards including Best New Play. The production has also won 25 major US awards with six Tony Awards including Best Play.Open RunPalace TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
My Neighbour TotoroCombining the Ghibli joy, Joe Hishaishi's glorious score, puppetry and more than a little bit of magic, this spectacular show is adapted from Hayao Miyazaki's film by playwright Tom Morton-Smith, with puppets from Basil Twist and direction from triple Oliver award winner Phelim McDermott.Showing until 10 Jan 2027Gillian Lynne TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
The Hunger GamesFollowing the last installment of the record-breaking book and movie franchise, Lionsgate and Dutch entertainment group Imagine Nation are bringing the entire Panem universe to the specially built immersive Troubador Canary Wharf! Follow the adventures of Katniss, Peeta, and Haymitch as they traverse the dystopian world of the Games and try to stay alive amidst conspiracy and death using extreme survival methods.Open RunTroubadour Canary WharfPrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
1536The macabre machinations of Henry VIII and his court have been dramatised and studied across all media since they happened, but in Ava Pickett's stellar new play, we get a rare glance at the ordinary, working women of the time, and how their own lives are shaped by the infamous wife-killer's actions. For if a King can kill his wife, the Queen of England, what does that mean for everyone else? A raucous yet moving work that uses modern English to translate the feeling of three normal women in rural Essex, Pickett examines how institutionalising violence against women carries a heavy price that echoes through the centuries.Showing until 1 AugAmbassadors TheatreMore infoBook Tickets
War HorseThe stunning international smash hit War Horse gallops back into its National Theatre home this spring! Based on Michael Morpurgo's heartbreaking novel, its breathtaking fusion of drama and innovative puppetry is a masterpiece of modern theatre. It has spent two decades conquering the world, winning accolades wherever it plays. Discover the phenomenon for yourself when it returns to its home stable from May 16th.Showing until 30 JulNational Theatre, OlivierPrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
The Boy Who Harnessed The WindWilliam Kamkwamba's extraordinary memoir is soaring to the West End in this thrilling new musical adaptation by Richy Hughes and Tim Sutton, now showing @Sohoplace! Telling the true story of a young Kamkwamba's prodigious feat of building a wind turbine for his community, The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind is a powerful testament to hope and ingenuity.Showing until 18 Jul@sohoplaceMore infoBook Tickets