Find out the running times of West End shows

Here's all the latest information on running times for West End shows. See how long West End shows are, and book tickets to musicals and plays in London today.

You’ve booked your theatre tickets, and you’re looking forward to seeing a show at the theatre. However, planning a theatre trip isn't just about the performance — you'll also need to plan how to get to the theatre and post-show travel. So before seeing a show, it’s a good idea to know the running time of a production.

On average, the majority of West End shows typically have a performance running time of 2 hours and 30 minutes, with many evening shows beginning at 7:30pm. This means that the show will end by 10:00pm, and you can head home after an entertaining performance. However, some shows may last just 90 minutes, and others can be longer than three hours.

We’ve listed the running times of all West End shows with confirmed durations in order from shows with the shortest running time to the longest-running performance times. Check this list for the latest information on West End theatre running times.

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What is the running time of Six?

The running time of Six the Musical is 1 hour and 15 minutes. Six the Musical is at the Vaudeville Theatre, and it’s a one-act show that runs for 75 minutes. Book Six the Musical tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of We Will Rock You?

The running time of We Will Rock You is 2 hours and 20 minutes. We Will Rock You is at the London Coliseum. Book We Will Rock You tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Guys & Dolls?

The running time of Guys & Dolls is 2 hours and 40 minutes. Guys & Dolls is at the Bridge Theatre. Book Guys & Dolls tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of The Choir of Man?

The running time of The Choir of Man is 1 hour and 20 minutes. The Choir of Man is at the Arts Theatre, and the one-act entertainment show is an 80-minute spectacular. Book The Choir of Man tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Great Expectations?

The running time of Great Expectations is 2 hours. Great Expectations is at the Garrick Theatre. Book Great Expectations tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of The Crown Jewels?

The running time of The Crown Jewels is 2 hours. The Crown Jewels is at the Garrick Theatre. Book The Crown Jewels tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of MJ the Musical?

The running time of MJ the Musical is 2 hours and 30 minutes. MJ the Musical is at the Prince Edward Theatre. Book MJ the Musical tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Accidental Death of an Anarchist?

The running time of Accidental Death of an Anarchist is 2 hours. Accidental Death of an Anarchist is at Theatre Royal Haymarket. Book Accidental Death of an Anarchist tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Idiots Assemble: Spitting Image The Musical?

The running time of Idiots Assemble: Spitting Image The Musical is 2 hours. Idiots Assemble: Spitting Image The Musical is at the Phoenix Theatre. Book Idiots Assemble: Spitting Image The Musical tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of 2:22 A Ghost Story?

The running time of 2:22 A Ghost Story is 2 hours and 5 minutes. 2:22 A Ghost Story is at the Apollo Theatre.2:22 A Ghost Story sees a couple who’ve moved into a new home believe that their new property is haunted. [Book *2:22 A Ghost Story* tickets on London Theatre.](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/28257-2-22-a-ghost-story-apollo)

What is the running time of The Play That Goes Wrong?

The running time of The Play That Goes Wrong is 2 hours and 5 minutes. The Play That Goes Wrong is at the Duchess Theatre. The Play That Goes Wrong sees an amateur dramatics troupe try to present their latest play — with catastrophic consequences. Book The Play That Goes Wrong tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Frozen?

The running time of Frozen the Musical is 2 hours and 15 minutes. Frozen the Musical is at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Frozen follows sisters Elsa and Anna in Arendelle as they reunite after one of them runs away from their icy powers — and the problems that presents. Book Frozen the Musical tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of The Mousetrap?

The running time of The Mousetrap is 2 hours and 15 minutes. The Mousetrap is at St Martin’s Theatre. Agatha Christie’s record-breaking drama sees a group of stranded holidaymakers find out a killer’s identity. Book The Mousetrap tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Bleak Expectations?

The running time of Bleak Expectations is 2 hours and 15 minutes. Bleak Expectations is at the Criterion Theatre. Book Bleak Expectations tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Witness for the Prosecution?

The running time of Witness for the Prosecution is 2 hours and 15 minutes. Witness for the Prosecution is at London County Hall. Agatha Christie’s courtroom drama sees one man try to walk away innocent from a crime. Book Witness for the Prosecution tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Jersey Boys?

The running time of Jersey Boys is 2 hours and 20 minutes. Jersey Boys is at the Trafalgar Theatre. Join Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons in this rollicking musical which charts the band’s journey to superstardom. Book Jersey Boys tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Operation Mincemeat?

The running time of Operation Mincemeat is 2 hours and 25 minutes. Operation Mincemeat is at the Fortune Theatre.

What is the running time of Rose?

The running time of Rose is 2 hours and 30 minutes. Rose is at the Ambassadors Theatre. Book Rose tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of The Lion King?

The running time of Disney’s The Lion King is 2 hours and 30 minutes. Disney’s The Lion King is at the Lyceum Theatre. See Simba become King of the Pride Lands in this unbelievable Disney musical. Book Disney’s The Lion King tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Pretty Woman: The Musical?

The running time of Pretty Woman: The Musical is 2 hours and 30 minutes. Pretty Woman: The Musical is at the Savoy Theatre. Based on the hit film, join Vivian Ward and Edward Lewis for an unconventional romance on Rodeo Drive. Book Pretty Woman: The Musical tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of The Book of Mormon?

The running time of The Book of Mormon is 2 hours and 30 minutes. The Book of Mormon is at the Prince of Wales Theatre. Experience Mormonism through a satirical, musical lens and make it your mission to see theatre. Book The Book of Mormon tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of The Phantom of the Opera?

The running time of The Phantom of the Opera is 2 hours and 30 minutes. The Phantom of the Opera is at Her Majesty’s Theatre. Join the Phantom and Christine Daaé for an ethereal evening at Paris Opera House. Book The Phantom of the Opera tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of the Temptations?

The running time of Ain't Too Proud is 2 hours and 30 minutes. Ain't Too Proud is at the Prince Edward Theatre. Book Ain't Too Proud tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Grease?

The running time of Grease is 2 hours and 30 minutes. Grease is at the Dominion Theatre. Book Grease tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Mamma Mia!?

The running time of Mamma Mia! is 2 hours and 35 minutes. Mamma Mia! is at the Novello Theatre. Imagine you’re in sunnier skies when seeing this tropical musical. Book Mamma Mia! tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Moulin Rouge! The Musical?

The running time of Moulin Rouge! The Musical is 2 hours and 35 minutes. Moulin Rouge! The Musical is at the Piccadilly Theatre. You can-can-can see the hit musical and all its fanfare in the West End. Book Moulin Rouge! The Musical tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Mrs Doubtfire?

The running time of Mrs Doubtfire is 2 hours and 35 minutes. Mrs Doubtfire is at the Shaftesbury Theatre.Book Mrs. Doubtfire tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Patriots?

The running time of Patriots is 2 hours and 40 minutes. Patriots is at the Noel Coward Theatre. Book Patriots tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Back to the Future?

The running time of Back to the Future: The Musical is 2 hours and 40 minutes. Back to the Future: The Musical is at the Adelphi Theatre. Go back in time and join Marty McFly and Doc Brown for an iconic sci-fi adventure. Book Back to the Future: The Musical tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Matilda?

The running time of Matilda the Musical is 2 hours and 40 minutes. Matilda the Musical is at the Cambridge Theatre. See plucky kid Matilda Wormwood defeat evil in this hilarious family-friendly show. Book Matilda the Musical tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Cabaret?

The running time of Cabaret is 2 hours and 45 minutes. Cabaret is at the Kit Kat Club. Be transported to 1930s Germany in this sensational revival and enter a new world where life is beautiful. Book Cabaret tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Hamilton?

The running time of Hamilton is 2 hours and 45 minutes. Hamilton is at the Victoria Palace Theatre. Be in the room where it happens with Hamilton tickets and see the groundbreaking musical in London. 

What is the running time of Oklahoma!?

The running time of Oklahoma! is 2 hours and 45 minutes. Oklahoma! is at the Wyndham's Theatre. Book Oklahoma! tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Tina: The Tina Turner Musical?

The running time of Tina: The Tina Turner Musical is 2 hours and 45 minutes. Tina: The Tina Turner Musical is at the Aldwych Theatre. Enjoy simply the best evening in the West End at this glorious concert. Book Tina: The Tina Turner Musical tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Wicked?

The running time of Wicked is 2 hours and 45 minutes. Wicked is at the Apollo Victoria Theatre. Defy gravity in the West End at this sensational musical. Book Wicked tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Crazy For You?

The running time of Crazy For You is 2 hours and 45 minutes. Crazy For You is at the Gillian Lynne Theatre. Book Crazy For You tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Les Misérables?

The running time of Les Misérables is 2 hours and 50 minutes. Les Misérables is at the Sondheim Theatre. Hear the people sing for hours on end in this incredible West End musical. Book Les Misérables tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of The Crucible?

The running time of The Crucible is 2 hours and 50 minutes. The Crucible is at the Gielgud Theatre. Book The Crucible tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of The King and I?

The running time of The King and I is 2 hours and 55 minutes. The King and I is at the Dominion Theatre. Book The King and I tickets on London Theatre.

What is the running time of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One & Two?

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One & Two is a two-part play. Collectively, the running time of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One & Two is 5 hours and 20 minutes. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One & Two is at the Palace Theatre. Book Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One & Two tickets on London Theatre.

^{Photo credit: Frozen (Photo by Johan Persson)}