The third Monday of January is often known as Blue Monday, which falls on 20 January 2025. Typically considered to be the saddest day of the year, Blue Monday can feel hard to beat. But with an incredible variety of West End shows taking place, treat yourself this January with a trip to the theatre.

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## West End shows on Blue Monday

There are numerous West End shows taking place on 20 January. Here's some of our top...

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Ewan McGregor will return to the London stage for the first time in 17 years in a new play by US playwright and screenwriter Lila Raicek. *My Master Builder* will open at Wyndham’s Theatre on 29 April 2025, with previews from 17 April.

Directed by Michael Grandage, *My Master Builder* is inspired by the work of playwright Henrik Ibsen and follows publishing magnate Elena Solness as she prepares to throw a party in celebration of her architect husband, Henry, in the Hamptons. But when his former...

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*My Master Builder* reunites McGregor and Grandage following their previous collaborations on *Othello* and *Guys and Dolls* for the Donmar Warehouse.

“Don't waste your pucker on some all-day sucker / And don't try a toffee or cream / If you seek perfection in sugar confection / Well there's something new on the scene”, sings candy inventor Caractacus Potts in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. While his “Toot Sweets” that last forever have yet to be invented, we think it’s more fun trying out lots of different options and there’s no shortage of imaginative offerings in London's West End.

From ice cream to cinnamon buns to French patisserie, read on...

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“In sleep he sang to me, in dreams he came…” The most romantic show in the West End since 1986, *The Phantom of the Opera* continues to captivate with its lush Andrew Lloyd Webber score and unforgettable designs by the late Maria Björnson. Telling the story of young opera singer Christine, torn between the mysterious “Angel of Music” (the titular Phantom) and her aristocratic suitor Raoul, it’s a real feast of Victoriana at its most glamorous and gothic.

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Enjoy a romantic and artistic day out inspired by "The Music of the Night", visiting the Royal Opera House, Tate Britain, and Maison Bertaux.

Gird your loins! The stylish stage musical version of *[The Devil Wears Prada](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/34706-the-devil-wears-prada)* is strutting into London’s West End, bringing one of the most fearsome (semi-)fictional villains to theatre: Miranda Priestley, editor-in-chief of *Runway* magazine. She was immortalised on film by Meryl Streep, and now Vanessa Williams inherits her withering gaze and icy putdowns.

Happily, you’ll find all of those delicious lines and classic scenes...

A complete guide to all the songs from 'The Devil Wears Prada'

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As the comedy classic makes its fashionable entrance at the Dominion Theatre, get to know Elton John's fabulous songs for this stage musical adaptation.

Willkommen Billy and Marisha! New casting has been announced for the roles of The Emcee and Sally Bowles in [*Cabaret*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/23939-cabaret-tickets) at the Kit Kat Club in London. 

From 28 January 2025, Emmy, Tony and Grammy Award winner Billy Porter will play The Emcee and double Olivier Award nominee Marisha Wallace will play Sally Bowles.

Porter recently played Pray Tell in series *Pose*, which earned him an Emmy Award as well as Golden Globe and Critics...

Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace to star in 'Cabaret' in the West End

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Billy Porter, who originated the role of Lola in *Kinky Boots* on Broadway, will play The Emcee, while Marisha Wallace, who received an Olivier nomination for *Guys & Dolls*, will play Sally Bowles.

LondonTheatre.co.uk has launched its Black Friday and Cyber Monday theatre ticket sales, with up to 40% off over 50 participating shows, including long-running play [*The Mousetrap*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/333-mousetrap-tickets) and West End favourite [*Les Misérables*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/300-les-miserables-tickets).

Highlights in the sale include musicals *[The Book of Mormon](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/287-book-of-mormon-tickets), [MJ the...

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The mother of jukebox musicals, *Mamma Mia!* has been playing in the West End for a quarter of a century. Set on an idyllic Greek island, the story of taverna owner Donna and her bride-to-be daughter Sophie has captivated the hearts of millions on stage and on screen. With its emphasis on female solidarity and a whole catalogue of ABBA bangers, there’s no more uplifting show in London.

Don your best denim dungarees and turquoise jewellery, gather together your key “super troupers”, and head out...

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Indulge in all things ABBA to make your trip to *Mamma Mia!* all the more special.

If you’re looking for Cyber Monday Christmas gifts, then you've come to the right place. We’ve got affordable theatre tickets to over 50 shows in London. 

Theatre tickets make great Christmas presents for friends, family, and that special someone in your life. Check out our top Cyber Monday tickets in the West End and do all your Christmas shopping today.

Take a look at some of the Cyber shows in 2024! 

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Give the gift of theatre this Christmastime when you save up to 40% on tickets to West End and Off-West End shows — here are some of the best gift options.

Cyber Monday is the best time of year to book your West End theatre tickets at exclusive prices. Save up to 40% when you get tickets to West End shows during Cyber, and see some of the biggest West End shows in town. Book tickets for popular West End musicals like *The Book of Mormon* and *MJ The Musical*. Maybe you're looking for a comedy play like *The Play That Goes Wrong*, or tickets to see a classic ballet like *The Nutcracker*.

We've got Cyber theatre tickets for dozens of shows, so...

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Ahead of [*A Little Life*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/27090-a-little-life) performances beginning at the Harold Pinter Theatre, find out more about the show's ticket lottery. The *A Little Life* lottery will allow entrants a chance to win a pair of £25 tickets to all upcoming performances.

The lottery opens at 12am every day of performances, and is open for entries up to 9:30am (for matinee performances) and 2:30pm (for evening performances.) All entrants will then learn if they are successful, with winners given time to claim their tickets. [Enter the *A Little Life* lottery here.](https://www.todaytix.com/london/shows/27090-a-little-life)

The play follows four young men, Jude, Willem, JB, and Malcolm, as they move to New York City. Their lives revolve around Jude, a mysterious character who only opens up to Willem, creating tension between the friends. 

[James Norton](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/stars-on-stage/james-norton) leads the cast as Jude, alongside [Luke Thompson](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/stars-on-stage/luke-thompson) as Willem, Omari Douglas as JB, and Zach Wyatt as Malcolm. [Meet the *A Little Life* cast.](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatre-news/news/meet-the-a-little-life-cast-in-the-west-end)

[*A Little Life*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/27090-a-little-life) is at the [Harold Pinter Theatre](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatres/harold-pinter-theatre) from 25 March to 18 June. [*A Little Life*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/28044-a-little-life-savoy) is then at the [Savoy Theatre](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatres/savoy-theatre) from 5 July to 4 August.

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Ivo van Hove directs an all-star cast in Hanya Yanagihara’s *A Little Life* in the West End. *A Little Life* tickets are available on London Theatre now.

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Acclaimed writer Hanya Yanagihara’s second novel *A Little Life* quickly became a worldwide phenomenon. The Booker Prize-nominated novel about four college friends in New York City earned unanimous praise — it was later shortlisted for the National Book Award for Fiction. Now, Yanigahara collaborates with Koen Tachelet and Ivo van Hove on bringing her novel to the stage.

An eight-strong cast will deliver a marathon performance in this gripping adaptation. The core group of friends is played by BAFTA-nominated *Happy Valley* actor James Norton plays Jude, joined by *Bridgerton*’s Luke Thompson as Willem, *It’s a Sin*’s Omari Douglas as JB, and *The Witcher*’s Zach Wyatt as Malcolm. Between this quartet, they’ve worked on groundbreaking television series. Now, they come together for a bold, visionary production for the ages.

### What is *A Little Life* about? 

Four boys lived together in college and moved to New York City after graduation in search of a brighter future. They’ve all got different dreams: an aspiring actor named Willem, a budding painter named JB, an agitated architect named Malcolm, and a successful lawyer named Jude. Their lives revolve around Jude, a mysterious character who only opens up to Willem, creating tension between the friends. 

As the decades fly by, Willem, JB, and Malcolm always find themselves drawn to Jude and his past. Even though Jude’s highly successful, he’s haunted by a past that comes to define him forever. When secrets come to light, the foursome finally learn what it means to love. 

Tickets to *A Little Life* are available now. Book your *A Little Life* tickets on London Theatre today.

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Four college friends move to New York City, but what happens when past mysteries and alluring relationships change their world? Ivo van Hove directs an all-star cast in the stage adaptation of Hanya Yanagihara's *A Little Life* at the Harold Pinter Theatre. Get *A Little Life* tickets on London Theatre.

Ivo van Hove, Koen Tachelet, and Hanya Yanagihara collaborate on transforming the epic story into a piece of visionary theatre that speaks to modern times. Ivo van Hove’s recent directorial credits see him helming stories based on troubled characters: *The Human Voice, All About Eve*, and *Network* to name a few. 

Alongside longtime collaborator Jan Versweyveld, van Hove adds a powerful, emotional intensity to Jude’s complex story that you can’t find in the book. You’ll have to see *A Little Life* on stage to fully understand Jude’s mind.

Koen Tachelet’s adaptation premiered in Amsterdam in 2018. The Dutch-language production then played at the 2022 Edinburgh International Festival, before an American transfer at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. The West End run is the UK premiere of *A Little Life* in English.

## What to Watch For: 

- The Hawaii-born author Hanya Yanagihara’s released three books: *The People in the Trees, A Little Life,* and *To Paradise*. 
- *A Little Life* won the Kirkus Prize for Fiction in 2015. It’s in company with Raven Leilani’s *Luster* and Colson Whitehead’s *The Nickel Boys*.
- In a 2019 survey conducted by The Guardian, *A Little Life* placed in the top 100 books of the 21st century. It joined *Fun Home* as two novels both adapted for the stage. 
- Zubin Varla, Nathalie Armin, and Emilio Doorgasingh also star, as well as Elliot Cowan who multi-roles as different characters.

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“It’s not worth making art at all if the only thing you want is for everyone to like it,” a program note from author Hanya Yanagihara reads in the program for *A Little Life*, the almost-four-hour emotional marathon of a show based on her best-selling novel, playing at the Harold Pinter Theatre. However, love it or hate it, no one will forget *A Little Life*, and that’s what makes a great theatrical experience.

Just like with her widely acclaimed book, the show will also have its critics, and even the diehard fans (of which there are many) will have to come to terms with their connection to the material, which largely centers on graphic sexual trauma, self-harm, and child abuse. 

It’s not an easy show to recommend, because it’s not an easy show to watch, as master director Ivo van Hove has taken the seemingly neverending climactic moments of the over 700-page book and translated them into a series of connected vignettes, each subsequently more difficult to witness than the last, mimicking Yanagihara’s semi-nonlinear timeline which deals in character studies and flashbacks. 

Van Hove has conceived the production, alongside Yanagihara and co-adaptor Koen Tachelet, with fervent loyalty to the story about four college friends who find their New York City lives veering off in different directions as they mine the depths of their friend Jude’s unknowable past. While the book has pages to breathe between critical scenes, van Hove’s production paces quickly through the crucial moments, giving less time to develop character relationships and intimacies and focusing squarely on the underlying trauma of it all. 

Some passages are lifted verbatim from the novel, an effective device, particularly as monologues. The newly minted Olivier winner Zubin Varla is compelling in these moments as Harold, Jude’s professor-turned-father, and brings Yanagihara’s text about parenthood and love to soaring life. These character explorations and reflections are where the production reaches out and grabs the audience by the heart and doesn’t let go. 

The tight-knit ensemble, led by the captivating James Norton, keeps the audience engaged as the unthinkable events unfold. Norton has the hardest job among them, anchoring the story as Jude St. Francis, an abandoned orphan whose trauma-filled past still haunts him as he navigates an outwardly successful adulthood. Norton’s performance threads the needle between Jude’s joy and sorrow, and he pours himself into the immensely physical and psychological aspects of the role, giving his absolute all to the performance.  

Luke Thompson plays the beating heart of the piece: Jude’s best friend and confidant Willem. Thompson must usher the character from apathetic party boy to deeply intellectual and empathetic partner, and he is present and rooted in the show’s message of love throughout. 

Omari Douglas is doing some career-best work as JB, the tortured artist whose ego inhibits him at times, while Zach Thompson rounds out the foursome in the small-yet-memorable role, the architect Malcom. Elliot Cowan finds a way to weave charisma with horror in the difficult assignment of playing a trifecta of Jude’s abusers, and Emilio Doorgasingh brings a deep heart to Jude’s loyal doctor Andy. 

One of the van Hove’s main interpretations of the novel is in how he incorporates Ana, the social worker who guides Jude in a time of crisis. Ana comes in and goes from Jude’s life very quickly, but in the production, she serves as a sort of narrator and empathetic guide for Jude and the audience through the difficult moments. Nathalie Armin’s performance augments the poetic role. 

The entire production feels immersive throughout the space with audience members sitting onstage, Jan Versweyveld’s moody lighting and looming video projections of NYC streets, and Eric Sleichim’s haunting sound design and score, played by a quartet of talented string players. 

However, what comes out of *A Little Life* is not the excessive trauma and graphic abuse, but rather, how amid these terrors, the characters remain steadfast in their dedication to one another, searching for common ground and belonging even while struggling with trust and intimacy. Their friendship at all costs grounds the story and the experience. We should all be so lucky to find their loyalty and love. 

*A Little Life is playing at the Harold Pinter Theatre through 18 June before moving to the Savoy Theatre on 4 July through 5 August. [Book A Little Life West End tickets at the Harold Pinter Theatre](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/27090-a-little-life). [Book A Little Life tickets at the Savoy Theatre.](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/28044-a-little-life-savoy)*

‘A Little Life’ West End review - An emotional, unforgettable show

Read our four-star review of Ivo van Hove’s crushing and poignant adaptation of Hanya Yanagihara’s best-selling novel, starring James Norton and Luke Thompson. 

Born in London in 1985, James Norton is a BAFTA-nominated actor, best known for television shows such as *Happy Valley* and *Grantchester*. Norton will star in the West End premiere of [*A Little Life*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/27090-a-little-life) at the [Harold Pinter Theatre](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatres/harold-pinter-theatre) in spring 2023. 

While Norton studied at the University of Cambridge, he took part in many theatre productions. He notably played Posthumus in a Trevor Nunn-directed production of *Cymbeline* for The Marlowe Society. Notable alumni include Stephen Fry, Ian McKellen, Tom Hiddleston, and Emma Corrin. Following his theology degree, Norton then enrolled at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts. 

In 2010, Norton made his London debut in Laura Wade’s *Posh* at the Royal Court, playing the role of Miles Richards. He then played Henry in *That Face* at Sheffield’s Crucible Theatre.

The following year, Norton played Captain Stanhope in R. C. Sheriff's World War One play, *Journey’s End*. After a three-month long UK tour, *Journey's End* took over the Duke of York’s Theatre in summer 2011. Shortly after, he reunited with Trevor Nunn for *The Lion in Winter* at the Theatre Royal Haymarket. Norton also played Zack in *Belleville* at the Donmar Warehouse in 2017. 

In recent years, he’s best known for his television roles. He played villain Tommy Lee Royce in *Happy Valley*, picking up a BAFTA nomination for Best Supporting Actor. Reversely, he then played a crime solving vicar for four series of *Grantchester* on ITV. In 2018, Norton played Alex Godman, the son of a Russian mafia boss escaping a life of organised crime, in *McMafia*.

In 2023, Norton will play Jude in the stage adaptation of Hanya Yanagihara's *A Little Life*. Ivo van Hove directs Norton, as well as Luke Thompson, Omari Douglas, and Zach Wyatt.

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Born in Southampton in 1988, Luke Thompson is best known for playing Benedict Bridgerton in the *Bridgerton* television series. The West End actor will star in *A Little Life* at the [Harold Pinter Theatre](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatres/harold-pinter-theatre).

After growing up in France, Thompson took a year out of education to train with the Year Out Drama Company. The Stratford-upon-Avon-based group focus on creating ensemble work.

After a year training, Thompson then attended the University of Bristol, graduating with an English and Drama degree. He then graduated from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in 2013, studying alongside classmate [Jessie Buckley](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/stars-on-stage/jessie-buckley).

Thompson made his London debut in *A Midsummer Night’s Dream* at Shakespeare’s Globe and quickly made an impression in the world — he earned an Evening Standard Award nomination for Best Newcomer. The same year, he also starred in *Blue Stockings* at the same theatre.

His affinity to Shakespeare's Globe continued: he played Mark Antony in *Julius Caesar* in 2014, and Ithocles in *The Broken Heart* at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse in 2015. 

The Almeida Theatre became Thompson's next London theatre: he starred as Orestes in Robert Icke's *Oresteia* in 2015 and as Laertes in the Andrew Scott-led *Hamlet* in 2017. For the latter, he eventually reprised the role in the West End transfer.

He continued the Shakespeare trend by playing Edgar in the Ian McKellen-led *King Lear* at the Duke of York’s Theatre in 2018. Coincidentally, his *Bridgerton* co-star, [Jonathan Bailey](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/stars-on-stage/jonathan-bailey), played Edgar at Chichester Festival Theatre that same year. Talk about brotherly love!

Away from the stage, Thompson is best known for playing Benedict, the second eldest Bridgerton sibling, in the *Bridgerton* Netflix series. Many [West End actors feature in *Bridgerton*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatre-news/news/bridgerton-stars-who-got-their-start-in-west-end-theatre), including Golda Rosheuvel, Nicola Coughlan, and Regé-Jean Page. Thompson also features in Christopher Nolan's *Dunkirk* film.

In 2023, Norton will play Willem in the stage adaptation of Hanya Yanagihara's *A Little Life*. Ivo van Hove directs Thompson, as well as [James Norton](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/stars-on-stage/james-norton), Omari Douglas, and Zach Wyatt.

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The Harold Pinter Theatre, established and adorned with Victorian architecture in 1881, is one of the most notable theatre venues in the heart of London. Originally known as the Royal Comedy Theatre, it later adopted the name of 'Harold Pinter', honouring the famous playwright. The theatre is situated conveniently in the centre of the bustling West End, an ideal location for tourists and locals alike. The interior is decorated with an impressive array of original features aligned with its historical era of inception, creating an aesthetically pleasing atmosphere for theatre-goers. The theatre has an audience capacity of 796 people across four levels, with the seats divided into Stalls, Dress Circle, Royal Circle and Balcony. Over time, it has been home to many outstanding performances, including shows like 'The Homecoming', 'Moonlight', and 'Betrayal'. The Harold Pinter Theatre undoubtedly offers a memorable and culturally enriching experience for all those who visit.

### How to Get to the Venue 

Harold Pinter Theatre is accessible and well-connected, located at Panton Street in the City of Westminster. The closest Underground stations are Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square, both within a short 5-minute walk. Numerous buses service the area regularly, making it straightforward to reach using public transport. For those driving, the MasterPark at Whitcomb Street and NCP at Denman Street are the nearest parking options.

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The Harold Pinter Theatre opened on 15 Oct. 1881 as a comic opera house. Its name on opening was the Royal Comedy Theatre, though its ‘Royal’ epithet was dropped in 1884.

The Comedy Theatre helped establish the New Watergate Club in 1956, a society which helped overturn the stage censorship enforced by the Lord Chamberlain’s Office. The formation of the Club meant that the plays banned by the Government could be performed at this venue as it was now being run as a private club rather than a commercial entity. Notable plays in this category include Arthur Miller’s *A View from the Bridge* and Tennessee Williams’ *Cat On A Hot Tin Roof*. The censorship was finally overturned in 1968. 

Harold Pinter's works were often performed here: *The Homecoming*, *The Caretaker*, *Moonlight*, *No-Man’s Land* and *The Hothouse* all enjoyed successful runs, and Pinter directed a production of *The Old Masters* here in 2004. After his death, it was thought fitting to bestow the honour of naming a theatre after him, and the name was officially changed on 13 Oct. 2011 to the Harold Pinter Theatre. The Ambassador Theatre Group own the Harold Pinter Theatre.

## Harold Pinter Theatre Seating Information

The auditorium has four levels – Stalls, Dress Circle, Royal Circle and Balcony. The top three levels are a horseshoe shape around the stalls.

The Stalls is a single block of seats, and offers good sightlines. Some seats are impaired by supportive pillars and the overhang of the Dress Circle.

The Dress Circle doesn’t offer a great raking in the seating, but the view is not affected by the overhang of the Royal Circle. 

The Royal Circle seats curve towards the stage more noticeably than the Dress Circle.

The Balcony feels very high in this theatre.

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Opened in 1881 as the Royal Comedy Theatre, it became the Harold Pinter Theatre in 2011. It features four seating levels and hosted notable uncensored plays.

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The Harold Pinter Theatre is a historic venue in London's West End, known for hosting many notable performances. Convenient and easily accessible by public transit.

Ivo van Hove directs the stage adaptation of Hanya Yanagihara’s award-winning novel, starring *Happy Valley*'s James Norton as the central character, Jude.


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