London Plays - Play Tickets

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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Experience the spellbinding world of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in London.

From £15
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The Play That Goes Wrong

Anything that can go wrong will, it's all laughter Galore with The Play That Goes Wrong!

From £24

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To Kill A Mockingbird

Harper Lee's critically-acclaimed coming-of-age classic at the West End's Gielgud Theatre!

From £25
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The Lehman Trilogy

The Lehman Trilogy returns to London in 2023

From £24

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The Mousetrap

Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap is a West End staple. Do you know whodunnit?

From £30

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A Little Life (Savoy Theatre)

Opens 04 July 2023

A Little Life follows the journey of four friends with one traumatic secret among them.

From £126
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Witness for the Prosecution

Agatha Christie's bone-chilling drama is presented in a perfect courtroom setting.

From £15
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Medea

Sophie Okonedo stars in Medea, based on the Greek tragedy, for a limited run @sohoplace

From £35
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Shirley Valentine

The iconic Sheridan Smith stars as the loveable Liverpudlian lass in Shirley Valentine!

From £24

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Peaky Blinders: The Rise

Peaky Blinders: The Rise comes to the Camden Garrison for a night of immersive action!

From £29.50
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A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Join the revellers this summer in Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream at The Globe!

From £12

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A Streetcar Named Desire

Opens 20 March 2023

Reality and illusion blur together in Tenessee Williams' classic A Streetcar Named Desire.

From £144
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Patriots

Opens 26 May 2023

The political drama Patriots comes to the Noel Coward Theatre, exploring Berezovsky's life

From £24

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The Unfriend

Steven Moffats' dark and murderous comedy The Unfriend comes to the Criterion Theatre!

From £24

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Bleak Expectations

Opens 03 May 2023

Dickens’ tropes are exaggerated to a hilarious and absurd level in Bleak Expectations!

From £17

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Austentatious

Austentatious, an entirely improvised Jane Austen period parody play. You choose the name.

From £21

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The Comedy of Errors

The Comedy of Errors at The Globe Theatre is a chaotic tale of misplaced identities!

From £12

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Accidental Death of an Anarchist

When a young anarchist dies in police custody, the Maniac rains hell on the police force!

From £18

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The Crucible

Opens 07 June 2023

In this fable of power and dread, there's a witch hunt beginning - and no one is safe.

From £24

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Sleepova

Sleepova comes to the Bush Theatre London for a celebration of black women and friendship.

From £14

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My Son's A Queer, But What Can You Do

Rob Madge brings their award winning show back to London!

From £30

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Macbeth

An insatiable lust for power brings a nation to its knees in Macbeth at The Globe Theatre.

From £12

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Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons

What will be said in Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons at the Harold Pinter Theatre?

From £150

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David Suchet: Poirot & More, A Retrospective

Take a look back at the incredible five-decade career of renowned actor David Suchet.

From £36

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Vardy V Rooney: The Wagatha Christie Trial

Opens 06 April 2023

It is the trial that gripped the nation - Vardy v Rooney: The Wagatha Christie trial!

From £30

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The Smeds and The Smoos

The Smeds and The Smoos Tickets

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A Little Life (Harold Pinter Theatre)

Opens 25 March 2023

Witness this brilliant story of navigating trauma based on Hanya Yanagihara's novel!

From £174
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The Way Old Friends Do

A queer celebration of two dancing queens that are here to do it The Way Old Friends Do!

From £27

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Penn & Teller

Opens 13 June 2023

Iconic duo Penn & Teller play the Eventim Apollo in London for a magical 45th Anniversary.

From £50

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School Girls; or, The African Mean Girls Play

Opens 09 June 2023

School Girls; or, The African Mean Girls is bringing its own Burn Book to the West End!

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Rose

Maureen Lipman comes to the West End's Ambassadors Theatre in Rose for an extremely limited run.

From £30

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Animal

Opens 19 April 2023

In Animal David is gay, disabled and profoundly horny, but he just wants to get laid!

From £18

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High Performance Live ‘23

Opens 20 April 2023

Unlock your high happiness in the live staging of High Performance at The London Palladium

From £33

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Mind Mangler: Member of the Tragic Circle

The Play That Goes Wrong creators are back with the disastrous magical Mind Mangler!

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Biscuits for Breakfast

Opens 05 May 2023

An unlikely match joins forces to overcome their struggles in Biscuits for Breakfast.

From £20

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Wuthering Heights

The windy moors of Wuthering Heights come to the Rose Theatre with a timeless tale of love

From £18

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Lord of the Flies

Opens 18 April 2023

In this world devoid of rules, a group of children succumb to their animalistic instincts

From £18

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Unexpected Twist

The great minds of Charles Dickens and Michael Rosen come together in Unexpected Twist!

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Horrible Histories – Terrible Tudors

History with the nasty bits left in at the Garrick Theatre!

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The Good Person of Szechwan

Opens 21 April 2023

What is the cost of being good? This and more are explored in Bertolt Brecht's classic.

From £18

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Steel Magnolias - High Wycombe

Opens 29 March 2023

Witness the epic story of six steel magnolias in this heartfelt and hilarious musical!

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As You Like It

Opens 18 August 2023

Celebrate transformation, love and community this summer with Shakespeare's As You Like It

From £12

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Quiz

Based on a jaw-dropping scandal, James Graham's Quiz is the world's greatest quiz show!

From £28

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Gone Too Far!

Opens 24 March 2023

Are you proud of where you're from? Gone Too Far explores the complexity of identity.

From £24

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Blackout Songs

Opens 08 April 2023

In this romantic tragedy, two lovers navigate a romance whilst grappling with alcoholism.

From £24

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Steel Magnolias - Cardiff

Opens 18 April 2023

Witness the epic story of six steel magnolias in this heartfelt and hilarious musical!

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August In England

Opens 28 April 2023

August in England, a play inspired by the Windrush scandal, playing at the Bush Theatre.

From £14

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The Dry House

Opens 31 March 2023

The Dry House - a story of addiction, exploring the redemptive nature of the human spirit.

From £24

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The Tiger Who Came to Tea

The Tiger Who Came to Tea in the West End this Summer!

From £12

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Marjorie Prime

Marjorie Prime is a futuristic and chilling introspection into the human psyche.

From £57

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Retrograde

Opens 20 April 2023

In the Golden Age of Hollywood, Sidney Poitier is offered his dreams...but at what cost?

From £18

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Dance of Death

August Strindberg's savage comedy gets a 21st-century makeover in Dance of Death!

From £24

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Richard III

Richard III follows Richard, Duke of Gloucester, on his deadly ascent to the throne.

From £18

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The Burnt City

The city has fallen, its streets and people are decaying and you are the witness to it all

From £87

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West End Plays

Can't wait to get back to the theatre? Need a little drama in your life? Discover current and upcoming West End plays, browse our special offers, and book tickets for a night to remember.

Dramatic London

Plays are a piece of written literature popularly performed in a theatre setting. Although plays are available in written format, what better way to enjoy them than seeing the characters and story brought to life on stage? From magnificent West End plays to small productions in community and regional theatre, schools, and universities, many consider plays of high importance in art, literature, and entertainment. London is home to a multitude of theatres that put on the best possible productions - comedy, tragedy, and everything in between.

West End plays are a fantastic platform to showcase the talent of award-winning directors, producers, and creatives. You can also witness some of the world's leading actors perform live on stage. Whether you're looking for contemporary theatre or want to see a retelling of the Bard's classics, you can't go wrong with London theatre tickets during your stay in the capital.

Different Kinds of Plays

Suppose you've been lucky enough to see any West End plays. In that case, you already know how interesting and compelling they can be and how different people understand them in different ways. There are many types of play to enjoy in the heart of London. Which will you see?

Tragedy – A play with a tragic ending. Do not expect celebrations at the end; it won't be pretty!
Comedy – The complete opposite to tragedy, you'll laugh your socks off. Comedy is one of the most common types of play.
Melodrama – A melodrama is full of strong emotions. You will see the struggle of the hero or heroine and their quest to overcome adversity. Don't worry, though; it usually ends on a happy note!
Tragicomedy – When you can't choose between a tragedy and a comedy, why not experience both in one performance?
Domestic drama – Want to connect immediately? Witness stories of everyday life told brilliantly onstage in a domestic drama.
Symbolic – Although actors perform, this type of play puts all the focus on the idea it wants to share.