Succession star Brian Cox returns to the West End as Johann Sebastian Bach in Oliver Cotton’s historical drama, directed by Trevor Nunn. In 1747, the deeply religious, peace-loving Bach is summoned to the court of the atheist, war-mongering Frederick II for an important musical commission. Can the two men find common ground?

The intellectual and gripping production premiered in 2024 at Bath Theatre Royal. Cox’s real-life wife Nicole Ansari-Cox (Deadwood) co-stars as Bach’s wife Anna, with Stephan Hagan (Stan Lee’s Lucky Strike) as Frederick and Peter De Jersey (Imperium) as Voltaire.

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A new play by Mike Barlett (King Charles III, Cock) is always cause for celebration. His latest offering tells the story of seemingly perfect couple Polly and Nick, who decide to shake things up by opening their marriage to a third party.

The dream team of Nicola Walker (The Split), Stephen Mangan (Green Wing), and Erin Doherty (The Crown) take the lead roles. Billed as “explicit, funny, and provocative”, Bartlett is never afraid to tackle explosive subjects head-on.

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Trainspotting and Star Wars star Ewan McGregor returns to the West End for the first time in 17 years in an update of Ibsen’s The Master Builder, adapted by rising literary star Lila Raicek. McGregor is directed by Michael Grandage, with whom he previously worked on Guys and Dolls and Othello.

Set in the Hamptons in the present day, Elena Solness gives a party for her husband Henry, a celebrated architect. However, an unexpected guest turns out to be a former student with whom Henry had a relationship that went beyond teacher/student. It’s set to be a gripping exploration of timely and timeless themes.

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This enchanting show transfers to the West End following a record-breaking run at the Barbican, where it won six Olivier Awards. Based on the 1988 Studio Ghibli film, two young sisters move to countryside following their mother’s hospitalisation, where they encounter numerous woodland spirits, including the furry giant Totoro.

Creativity abounds in the telling of this community-centred ecological fable. In a 5-star review, LondonTheatre.co.uk’s reviewer observed that “the show itself takes great delight in each creative solution to telling this wild and wonderful fairy tale… Theatre at its most magical”.

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A world premiere from Conor McPherson (Girl from the North Country, The Weir), The Brightening Air promises to be a captivating tale of fate, family and unseen forces in 1980s Ireland, exploring the central theme of home.

Siblings Stephen and Billie, played by Brian Gleeson (Bad Sisters) and Rosie Sheehy (Machinal), live a restricted existence in their decaying farmhouse until various family members, including their hell-raising half-brother, played by Chris O’Dowd (Bridesmaids), come out of the woodwork... it looks set to be a thoughtful family saga filled with colourful characters.

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James Graham (Dear England, Best of Enemies, This House) has to be the busiest playwright around. The hard-hitting Punch arrives in the capital following its acclaimed premiere at Nottingham Playhouse.

Nottingham teenager Jacob Dunne found that a single punch can have fatal consequences. After serving time in prison, the parents of the victim asked to meet him. Based on Dunne’s own testimony, this powerful piece of work has been discussed in all quarters, including in the House of Commons.

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If you enjoyed The Play That Goes Wrong and other shows from Mischief Theatre, you’re sure to enjoy their latest offering with spies at the centre. Set in 1960s London at the height of the Cold War, this hilarious caper promises plenty of misunderstandings, miscommunication, and mistaken identities!

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Amy Heckerling’s beloved 1995 Beverly Hills-set update of Jane Austen’s Emma comes to the stage with a book by Heckerling herself and a ‘90s MTV-inspired score by singer-songwriter KT Tunstall, plus lyrics by Glenn Slater (Sister Act). Golden girl Cher is spoiled but kind-hearted and just wants everyone to be happy! However, her well-meaning meddling doesn’t go entirely according to plan.

A vivacious young cast leads the production, directed by Rachel Kavanaugh (The Great British Bake Off Musical). Says Tunstall: "I want you to feel like you're at a gig with all of your favourite ‘90s artists playing in one show”.’

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A real word-of-mouth hit on Broadway, Jason Howland, Nathan Tysen, and Kait Kerrigan’s musical adaption of the F Scott Fitzgerald classic crosses the pond in April. The story of the ill-fated love story between Jay Gatsby and Daisy Buchanan, plus the pull and disillusionment of the American Dream and conspicuous consumption makes for a heady cocktail

It’s set to become the West End’s most glamorous show – the Tony-winning costumes are by all accounts to die for. Start planning your outfit and practising your Charleston steps!

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