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Welcome to “Theatreland” London’s heart of entertainment. Some of the worlds most famous and successful shows started in London theatres and are still packing audiences in year on year. No matter what your theatres taste is, you can be assured that you will find something suitable for you! Every genre is covered from Musicals to Shakespeare’s classics. To buy theatres tickets for your chosen show, Click on the relevant link!
THEATRES IN LONDON GUIDE IS UPDATED EVERY DAY
ADELPHI THEATRE -
The Bodyguard - THE BODYGUARD, based on the smash-hit film which starred Kevin Costner and Whitney Houston, will premiere in London's West End this autumn starring HEATHER HEADLEY as Rachel Marron & LLOYD OWEN as Frank Farmer. Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer (Lloyd Owen), is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron (Heather Headley) from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge - what they don't expect is to fall in love. Until 27 April. Buy theatre tickets
ALDWYCH THEATRE -
Top Hat - Seventy-seven years after Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers lit up Hollywood's silver screen with one of the greatest dance musicals of all time, RKO Pictures' TOP HAT is coming to the West End. Judging by the sensational reviews, standing ovations and sold out theatres around the country on its pre-London tour, it has been well worth the wait. Tom Chambers (Holby City heartthrob and Strictly Come Dancing winner) plays the irrepressible Broadway sensation Jerry Travers who dances his way across Europe to win the heart of society model Dale Tremont, played by triple Olivier Award nominee Summer Strallen (Love Never Dies, The Sound of Music, The Drowsy Chaperone). Packed full of Irving Berlin's greatest hits, such as Let's Face the Music and Dance and Top Hat, White Tie and Tails, stunning tap, romantic ballroom and a little bit of Busby Berkeley thrown in for good measure, TOP HAT is a giddy, glorious celebration of 1930s song and dance, featuring magnificent sets, over 200 costumes and a love story that will set the pulses racing! Until 26 April 2014. Buy theatre tickets
AMBASSADORS THEATRE -
Stomp - If you never had a chance before to see this show, please go to Vaudeville Theatre in the Strand. To describe this show is fruitless, the cacophony of noise, and speed of players and dancers is astonishing. You will be mesmerised, helpless and dumbfounded by it. Until 7 December. Buy theatre tickets
APOLLO VICTORIA -
Wicked - 
Wicked, the spellbinding and spectacular hit Broadway musical, tells the incredible untold story of the legendary witches from L. Frank Baum's classic, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. When Dorothy famously triumphed in Oz, we only ever heard one side of the story. Now Wicked brings to life the captivating, surprising story of how a misunderstood, green girl named Elphaba became "Wicked" but her unlikely friend, Glinda, became "good". Based on Gregory Maguire's "outstanding novel" (The Independent), Wicked transports audiences to a fantasy land of wizardry and witchcraft, with Grammy Award-winning music, Tony Award-winning sets and costumes, and stunning special effects. The sensational London cast will be headed, for a limited season, by Broadway star Idina Menzel, who will recreate her acclaimed, Tony Award-winning performance as Elphaba (the green girl whose destiny is to be the infamous Wicked Witch of the West). Wicked also stars Helen Dallimore making her West End debut as Glinda, Adam Garcia (Saturday Night Fever, On The Town) as Fiyero, Miriam Margolyes (Professor Sprout in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets) as Madame Morrible and Nigel Planer (We Will Rock You, Chicago, The Young Ones) as The Wizard. Until 2 November. Buy theatre tickets
CAMBRIDGE THEATRE -
Matilda the Musical - Following a sensational sell-out season at The Courtyard Theatre, the RSC's production of MATILDA THE MUSICAL transfers to London's West End this October. Roald Dahl's much-loved story bursts into life on stage in this brand new musical version by Dennis Kelly and award-winning musician and comedian Tim Minchin. Children and adults alike will be thrilled and delighted by the story of the special little girl with an extraordinary imagination. Her parents think she is a nuisance and she thinks, quite rightly, they are only interested in watching telly. Life is not much better at school, where the monstrous headmistress Miss Trunchbull terrifies both students and teachers alike. Then one day Matilda discovers she has a very special power and decides it's time the grown-ups were taught a lesson. Be warned, the children are revolting... Tel: 0870 890 1102. Until 22 December. Buy theatre tickets
CRITERION THEATRE -
The 39 Steps - After a sensational sell-out run at the Tricycle Theatre, John Buchan's gripping whodunnit, memorably filmed by Alfred Hitchcock in 1935, transfers to the Criterion Theatre in the West End. With four actors playing a minimum of one hundred and thirty nine roles, it's the most astonishing theatrical tour de force of the year. Book now to avoid incredible disappointment. Cast: Rupert Degas, Charles Edwards, Simon Gregor and Catherine McCormack (Braveheart, This Year's Love). Until 19 October. Buy theatre tickets
DOMINION THEATRE -
We Will Rock You -
By Queen and Ben Elton, directed by Christopher Renshaw, designed by Mark Fisher and Willie Williams. The Queen/ Ben Elton 7.5 million pounds musical set on a place called Earth. Tel: 0870 169 0116 Buy theatre tickets
DUCHESS THEATRE -
Untold Stories - Alex Jennings leads critically acclaimed double-bill of Hymn and Cocktail Sticks. The National Theatre production of Alan Bennett’s UNTOLD STORIES, featuring the two autobiographical recollections Hymn and Cocktail Sticks, will transfer to the Duchess Theatre in London’s West End from 22 March 2013 for a twelve week run with a press night on 2 April. Alex Jennings repeats his highly-praised performance as Bennett in both pieces. Hymn is a touching memoir of music in childhood, with words by Alan Bennett and an evocative score by George Fenton. It is directed by Nadia Fall. Cocktail Sticks is directed by Nicholas Hytner and revisits some of the themes and conversations of Alan Bennett’s memoir A Life Like Other People’s. A son talks to his dead father as his mother yearns for a different life. It’s funny, tender and sad. Until 15 June. Buy theatre tickets
FORTUNE THEATRE -
The Woman in Black - By Susan Hill, adapted by Stephen Mallarat, directed by Robin Herford. Thriller, young solicitor tries to recounts his experiences from the past when he was sent to wind up the affairs of a dead woman. Runs 120 min. Until 14 December. Buy theatre tickets
GARRICK THEATRE -
Rock of Ages - ROCK OF AGES is the “insanely fun” (New York Time Out ) worldwide smash hit that features a hilarious mix of 30 eyebrow-scorching tunes including Don’t Stop Believin’, We Built This City, The Final Countdown, Wanted Dead or Alive, Here I Go Again, Can’t Fight this Feeling and I Want To Know What Love Is. Set in LA’s infamous Sunset Strip in 1987, ROCK OF AGES tells the story of Drew, a boy from South Detroit, and Sherrie, a small-town girl, both in LA to chase their dreams of making it big and falling in love. ROCK OF AGES takes you back to the times of big bands with big egos playing big guitar solos and sporting even bigger hair! Until 2 November. Buy theatre tickets
HER MAJESTY`S THEATRE -
The Phantom of the Opera - Musical, life beneath the haunted stage of the Paris Opera. Based on the Gaston Leroux gothic novel, The Phantom of the Opera tells the story of a mysterious masked man who falls in love with Christine, a beautiful young soprano who inspires "The Music of the Night." Runs 150 min. Tel: 0870 160 2878 Buy theatre tickets
LONDON PALLADIUM THEATRE -
A Chorus line - The critics are unanimous in their praise for A Chorus Line. The legendary musical that’s ‘Exhilarating’ (Evening Standard) audiences at the London Palladium with a ‘Timeless and thrilling’ (Daily Mail) blend of captivating song, riveting drama and stunning choreography that will make you leave the theatre in ‘Sheer euphoria’ (Metro). The ‘Sizzling and extraordinary’ (Independent) show that revolutionised Broadway, is now back in the West End for the first time since its award-winning London season premiered in 1976, featuring an all-star cast including JOHN PARTRIDGE, LEIGH ZIMMERMAN and SCARLETT STRALLEN. Until 18 January 2014. Buy theatre tickets
LYCEUM THEATRE - 
Disney`s the Lion King - Musical, young lion prince Simba flees the kingdom after escaping the plot to murder him and his father by his evil uncle Scar, believing he was responsible for his fathers death. Runs 165 min. Until 9 September. Tel: 0870 243 9000 Buy theatre tickets
LYRIC THEATRE -
Thriller - Live - Tito Jackson, star of The Jackson 5, and most recently judge on BBC1's hit celebrity talent show, Just The Two Of Us, has just been confirmed as compere for this year's highly anticipated Thiller Live tour. With Michael Jackson and The Jackson 5 (following Jermaine's Celebrity Big Brother success and Tito's success on British TV) very much in the news, Thriller Live, a multimedia stage and video spectacular celebrating the amazing career of one of the world's greatest entertainers - Michael Jackson - will be one of the year's most crucial shows, brought to you by Flying Music and Key Concerts. This amazing show, featuring over 30 performers, including a full company of singers, dancers, gospel choir and live band, will celebrate the King Of Pop like never before. With dazzling choreography (from MTV award-winner LaVelle Smith Jnr - credits include Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation Tour, Beyonce's American and UK tours, Rolling Stones' Steel Wheels Tour and more) and brilliant vocal performances, Jackson's amazing songs and videos are brought to life on stage in a spectacular and sensational way. Until 15 September. Buy theatre tickets
NOEL COWARD THEATRE -
Peter and Alice - When Alice Liddell Hargreaves met Peter Llewellyn Davies at the opening of a Lewis Carroll exhibition in 1932, the original Alice in Wonderland came face to face with the original Peter Pan. In John Logan's remarkable new play, enchantment and reality collide as this brief encounter lays bear the lives of these two extraordinary characters. Judi Dench plays Alice and Ben Wishaw plays Peter in Logan's first new play since Red, which went on to win six Tony Awards in 2010. Until 1 June. Buy theatre tickets
NOVELLO THEATRE -
Mamma Mia - Mamma Mia! has been thrilling London audiences for over 11 years and 
there's never been a better time to see this irresistible tale of love, laughter and friendship. Come to a sunny Greek island paradise and join Sophie as she searches for the father she's never known, while her mother Donna unexpectedly comes face to face with three men from her distant romantic past! Inspired by the storytelling magic of ABBA's greatest hits, this sunny, funny tale is the perfect night out. Whatever age you are, you can't help but have the time of your life at Mamma Mia! Until 26 October. Buy theatre tickets
PALACE THEATRE -
Singin' In The Rain - Following its critically acclaimed, sold-out run at Chichester Festival Theatre, Singin' in the Rain will be making a big splash at London's Palace Theatre from 4 February 2012. It's the roaring 20's and silent movie stars are the biggest names in the world. Don Lockwood has it all, a string of hit films and a studio-engineered romance with the most beautiful actress in town. But with the new phenomenon of the talking picture on the way and a chance meeting with a talented young chorus girl set to steal his heart, things are about to change for Don and for Hollywood forever. With all the charm, romance, comedy and tinsel town glamour of one of the world's best-loved films, Jonathan Church's brand new production features a glorious score including the classics Good Morning, Make ‘em Laugh, Moses Supposes and the legendary Singin' in the Rain. Adam Cooper, Daniel Crossley and Scarlett Strallen are a joyous trio, dazzling in the roles made famous by Gene Kelly, Donald O'Connor and Debbie Reynolds. They lead a multi-talented cast which also features Katherine Kingsley as the hilarious blonde bombshell Lina Lamont, Michael Brandon as the highly-strung studio boss trying to win Hollywood's biggest prize, the first hit ‘talkie' and Sandra Dickinson as gossip columnist Dora Bailey. With stylish, soaring choreography from Andrew Wright and Simon Higlett's sumptuous set design, Singin' in the Rain will shower you with everything you could ever want in a hit West End musical! Until 21 August. Buy theatre tickets
PHOENIX THEATRE -
Once - A New Musical - Based on the much-loved Oscar-winning film, Once is an extraordinary, original and irresistibly joyous celebration of love, friendship and music. When an Irish busker and a young Czech mother meet through a shared love of music, their songwriting sparks a deep connection and a tender, longing romance that neither of them could have expected. Winner of 8 Tony Awards in 2012, including Best New Musical, this unique stage adaptation takes you right to the heart of the action in a rapturous production that dazzles with invention. An old-fashioned love story that dares to be different, Once is brought to life by a supremely talented cast of actor-musicians who unleash all the giddy exhilaration of an Irish ceilidh live on stage. Featuring all of the magical songs from the original film, including the Oscar-winning "Falling Slowly", this is an achingly beautiful, thrillingly inspirational show that strikes a truly unforgettable chord. How often does a musical like this come around… Until 30 November. Buy theatre tickets
PICCADILLY THEATRE -
Viva Forever - From the award-winning writer and comedienne Jennifer Saunders (Absolutely Fabulous, French & Saunders), and Judy Craymer, producer of the worldwide smash-hit musical MAMMA MIA!, comes VIVA FOREVER!, a wonderfully joyous contemporary musical about the value of friendship in the face of fame and fortune! As one girl follows her dreams, VIVA FOREVER! charts her journey into the world of overnight celebrity and its impact on her mother, and the friends she thought she'd have forever. From London to Spain and back again, as the world judges you, it's all about who you really are and who you want to be, whatever the cost. Until 1 June. Buy theatre tickets
PLAYHOUSE THEATRE -
Spamalot - Starring Stephen Tompkinson (DCI Banks, Wild at Heart) making his West End Musical debut in the role of King Arthur. ‘Former Python Eric Idle has come up with a simpler, shorter and zingier version, which in Christopher Luscombe’s fresh-as-paint production, recalls Monty Python’s roots in undergraduate review. The lady sitting next to me spent most of the show physically helpless with laughter ... In these dark days it will help you look on the bright side of life.’ King Arthur and his Knights of the (very) Round Table have travelled up and down the length and breadth of the land in their quest for the Holy Grail and now ride triumphantly into London’s West End! The show features the hilarious songs He is Not Dead Yet, Knights of the Round Table, Find Your Grail and of course the Nation’s Favourite Comedy Song Always Look on the Bright Side of Life and features Eric Idle himself as God*. Until 15 February 2014. Buy theatre tickets
PRINCE EDWARD THEATRE -
Jersey Boys - Jersey Boys, The Story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons is now open at the Prince Edward Theatre, London. Discover the rags-to-rock-to riches tale of four boys working their way from the streets of New Jersey to the heights on international pop-stardom. "This is an utterly wonderful show full of vitality, pace and power. The audience rose as one at the end of this true-life mega hit story of The Four Seasons." - Daily Express. The critics are united in their praise hailing "The phenomenal Jersey Boys" (Daily Telegraph) "a triumph of style, substance, heart and soul - A definite must-see!" (London Lite). Featuring all the classic hits: Sherry, Big Girls Don't Cry, Can't Take My Eyes Off You, Bye Bye Baby (Baby Goodbye), Working My Way Back To You, Walk Like A Man, December 1963 (Oh What A Night) and more. Until 20 October. Buy theatre tickets
PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE -
The Book of Mormon - Gavin Creel and Jared Gertner will play Elder Price and Elder Cunningham in The Book of Mormon, which previews at the Prince of Wales Theatre from 25 February 2013. They are currently leading the company in the Los Angeles production, which has broken all box office records at the Pantages Theatre. Gavin Creel has previously appeared in the West End as Claude in Hair at the Gielgud Theatre and as Bert in Mary Poppins at the Prince Edward Theatre. Creel received Tony Award® nominations for his roles in the Broadway productions of Hair and Thoroughly Modern Millie. Jared Gertner will make his West End debut in The Book of Mormon. He was a member of the original Tony Award®-winning Broadway company and has previously been seen on stage in Spelling Bee at the Circle in the Square Theatre and in Ordinary Days at the Roundabout Theatre. Gertner has also been seen on TV in Ugly Betty and The Good Wife. The Book of Mormon comes from South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, and Avenue Q co-creator Robert Lopez. The Book of Mormon, winner of nine Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, and the Grammy for Best Musical Theatre album, follows a pair of Mormon boys sent on a mission to a place that’s a long way from Salt Lake City. Until 24 August. Buy theatre tickets
QUEEN`S THEATRE -
Les Miserables - Lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer, directed by Trevor Nunn and John Caird, designed by John Napier. Emotional lyrics, easy melodies, villains and seamless scenes help make this play good entertainment. Runs 180 min. Buy theatre tickets
ST.MARTIN`S THEATRE -
The Mousetrap - Whodunnit, Agatha Christies play that after so many years still goes on. Classic thriller as the world`s longest run. Runs 135 min. Buy theatre tickets
SAVOY THEATRE -
Let It Be - Celebrate the world’s most successful rock’n’roll band, live in London’s West End! LEt it Be is a spectacular theatrical concert jam-packed with forty of The Beatles’ greatest hits! Relive The Beatles’ meteoric rise from their humble beginnings in Liverpool’s Cavern Club, through the heights of Beatlemania, to their later studio masterpieces with live performances of early tracks including Twist and Shout, She Loves You and All My Lovin’, as well as global mega-hits Yesterday, Hey Jude, Come Together and, of course, Let It Be. Experience this multimedia rich electrifying spectacle which takes you back to the magical sixties when all you needed was love, and a little help from your friends! Until 5 October. Buy theatre tickets
VICTORIA PALACE THEATRE -
Billy Elliot the Musical - A funny, heart-warming and feel-good celebration of one young boy's dream in a gripping tale of triumph over adversity. This original story captured the hearts and minds of the world when the movie was released in October 2000. Nominated for 3 Oscar's and 13 Bafta awards this poignant film broke box office records across the world. Until 21 December. Buy theatre tickets
