London Theatre News

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Learn all about what makes an immersive production, how much audience participation is involved, and some of the best London shows to book for now.

'The Play That Goes Wrong' announces new West End cast

Mischief Theatre’s Olivier Award-winning show is now celebrating its 11th year in the West End. The team's new show The Comedy About Spies is currently playing at the Noel Coward Theatre.

'Paddington The Musical' to have world premiere in the West End

Adapted from Michael Bond's Paddington book series, the musical will have music and lyrics by Tom Fletcher, book by Jessica Swale, and direction by Luke Sheppard.

Full cast announced for 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' at the Bridge Theatre

Nicholas Hytner's version of Shakespeare's story of love, dreams, jealousy, and mischief was first produced at The Bridge in 2019.

Japanese cast of 'Six' to perform in West End show this autumn

The actresses will lead the hit production at the Vaudeville Theatre for one week only in November, performing the show in Japanese with English captions.

Ben Rappaport to join Sean Hayes in 'Good Night, Oscar'; further casting set

The actors reunite after co-starring in the Tony Award-winning 2023 Broadway premiere of Doug Wright's play about pianist and TV personality Oscar Levant.

Get to know these fantastic new London theatres

New arrivals include the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre, @sohoplace, and exciting additions for 2025.

Jodie Prenger to star in 'Love Actually' parody in London

Jodie Prenger, who starred in last year's Homo Alone, will be joined by Neil Hurst in this funny festive show, based on the 2003 Christmas film.

Fleur East to make West End debut in 'Tina — The Tina Turner Musical'

Fleur East, who rose to fame on the 2014 series of talent show The X Factor and has since starred on Strictly Come Dancing, will join the production from 24 June to 13 September, 2025.

Book tickets for shows to see in the West End this summer

See uplifting and stirring West End shows in London all summer long, including Evita, Just for One Day, and Hercules.