At Theatre Bookings we are here to make choosing the right theatre show for you much easier. On our website you can find London theatre tickets to all of your favourite West End shows and stay up to date with all things London theatre. Here’s a selection of our favourite new shows that you need to see!

The Time Travellers Wife The Musical (Apollo Theatre)

Based on the internationally best-selling novel by Audrey Niffenegger published in 2003 that was later adapted into a film in 2009 here comes The Time Traveller’s Wife Musical!

This new British musical is brought to life on stage with original songs from Grammy Award winners Joss Stone and Dave Stewart from the Eurythmics. The story has been adapted for the stage by multi-award-winning playwright Lauren Gunderson and the production is directed by Bill Buckhurst.

This highly anticipated production stars David Hunter and Joanna Woodward as the romantic leads Henry and Clare who are flung apart by time but united by love.

Don’t miss your chance to secure your Time Traveller’s Wife tickets and book now to see that love wins the day.

Sunset Boulevard (Savoy Theatre)

The classic musical Sunset Boulevard by Andrew Lloyd Webber has been reimagined for London audiences in this new interpretation directed by Jamie Lloyd. Starring worldwide superstar and pop sensation Nicole Scherzinger in the iconic role as Norma Desmond this production is dazzling audiences’ night after night with its Hollywood glitz and glamour.

Based on the film by Billy Wilder with music and book by Don Black and Christopher Hampton, Sunset Boulevard features all of the classic songs from the original score. Songs such as ‘With One Look’, ‘As If We Never Said Goodbye’, ‘The Perfect Year’ and of course the title song.

The musical is playing at the Savoy Theatre for a limited run and closes on the 6^th of January next year. Book Sunset Boulevard tickets now to see this spectacular new production.

Backstairs Billy (Duke of York’s Theatre)

The hilarious new comedy Backstairs Billy is a royal affair like no other. The play follows the story of the 50-year friendship between the Queen Mother and her devoted butler William ‘Billy’ Tallon during a time of political and social chaos. Backstairs Billy theatre tickets are available now on our website.

Set in 1979 when the Queen Mother’s receptions at her home of Clarence House are in full swing. The champagne is flowing and Billy, her devoted assistant is in charge of the proceedings. This witty and heartwarming comedy play has everything you need for a royal night out… you may even spot a corgi or two!

Written by Marcelo Santos and presented by the Michael Grandage company Backstairs Billy tickets are on sale now. Starring Penelope Wilton (Downton Abbey/ Doctor Who) as the Queen Mother herself and Luke Evans (Immortals/ Beauty and the Beast) as Billy this new play is sure to be one for the history book!

Book Backstairs Billy theatre tickets now!

Dear England (Prince Edward Theatre)

The smash-hit production of Dear England has recently transferred to the West End following a very successful sold-out run at the National Theatre. Dear England theatre tickets are available to book now.

Dear England tells the true story of the England men’s football team under the management of Gareth Southgate. It follows their journey through three significant tournaments, the 2018 World Cup, the 2020 European Championship and the 2022 World Cup. Tackling the question… why can’t England’s men’s football team win at their own game? Gareth Southgate knows he needs to open his mind and face up to the years of hurt to take the team and country back to the promised land.

Starring Joseph Fiennes as Gareth Southgate himself, written by James Graham and directed by Rupert Goold. Graham and Goold reunite with this new play following their acclaimed productions of Tammy Faye and Ink.

Dear England is a gripping new stage epic that tells a story about both nation and game. Now playing at the Prince Edward Theatre, book your Dear England tickets now!

WICKED

WICKED is one of London’s most popular musicals that recently celebrated its 16th year in the West End. We all know the classic story of The Wizard of Oz… or do we? This is the untold story. The show follows the unlikely friendship between 2 young witches, Elphaba and Glinda and their encounter with the ‘Wonderful Wizard of Oz’, which then leads them to fulfil their destinies as ‘The Wicked Witch of the West’ and ‘Glinda the Good’.This unforgettable musical continues to defy gravity night after night and is the perfect ‘ozmipolitan’ night out for all the family to enjoy.

THE LION KING

Disney’s THE LION KING remains a fan favourite in The West End and has been wowing audiences for over 23 years. Based on the 1994 hit movie, the musical comes to life on stage in spectacular colour with stunning special effects and enchanting music by Elton John and Tim Rice.
The show tells the story of a young lion cub named Simba and his journey to become king of the pride land. Playing to sell out audiences every night, THE LION KING is a joy for all the family.

FROZEN

‘For the first time in forever’, Disney’s FROZEN has been adapted for the stage and is playing at the beautiful, newly refurbished Theatre Royal Drury Lane.
Step into the magical world of Arendelle and meet Queen Elsa who accidentally throws the land into an eternal winter with her hidden powers and her sister Anna who goes on a quest to find her and save the kingdom before it’s too late.
With extraordinary special effects and scenery, FROZEN is an unforgettable experience for both adults and children alike. Once you’ve seen this iconic musical you will never ‘Let it Go’.

BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL

Based on the 1985 Blockbuster film BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL is a whole new musical adventure for the whole family. Join Marty McFly as he travels back in time to 1955 Hill Valley, where the past, present and future collide. Whilst there Marty accidentally changes the course of history and with the help of the eccentric scientist Doc Brown he’s now in a race against time to fix the present and send himself ‘back to the future’.
Winner of ‘Best New Musical’ at the 2022 Olivier Awards, you don’t want to miss this thrilling theatrical experience.

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD

The Harry Potter franchise has only risen in popularity since the first book was published over 25 years ago and now you can experience the magic live on stage in the West End.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD picks up where the epilogue of the last book left off, 19 years after the battle of Hogwarts. Harry, Ron and Hermione are now back on an extraordinary new adventure with a new generation of students from the Hogwarts school of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
A one-of-a-kind theatrical experience filled with astonishing special effects and spell-bounding story-telling, book now to experience the magic for yourself.

WICKED

WICKED has recently celebrated its 6000^th performance and has been one of the most popular musicals on London’s West End for almost 16 years.

We all know the classic story of The Wizard of Oz when Dorothy famously triumphed over The Wicked Witch of the West but do we know everything? We only heard one side of the story after all!

Based on Gregory Maguire’s acclaimed 1995 novel, ‘Wicked: The life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West’. The story re-imagines the Land of Oz, creating a parallel universe to the well-known story originally written by L. Frank Baum in 1900.

We follow the story of an unlikely friendship between 2 young women, Elphaba and Glinda. After their encounter with ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’ their lives take very different paths that lead them to eventually become ‘The Wicked Witch of the West’ and ‘Glinda the Good’.

Book tickets now for an ‘Ozmipolitan night out because there really is ‘no place like WICKED!’

&JULIET

The greatest love story of all time has now been ‘remixed’. We’re saying ‘Romeo who’??

&JULIET is from the writer of Schitt’s Creek and is jam packed with many classic pop songs that you will definitely recognise from the legendary songwriter Max Martin. The show includes hits such as Britney’s ‘Baby One More Time’, Katy Perry’s ‘Roar, The Backstreet Boys’ ‘I Want It That Way’ and a brand-new song written especially for the musical ‘One More Try’.

The story sees Shakespeare’s wife Anne Hathaway reimagine his classic tale and we find out what might have happened if Juliet didn’t kill herself after Romeo dies. We follow Juliet as she travels to Verona to ‘live her best life’ with her new best friends. Will Juliet finally get the ending she deserves and is there really life after Romeo?

Book tickets to find out and join the celebration!

MARY POPPINS

Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s multi award-winning musical MARY POPPINS is flying high at The Prince Edward Theatre.

The classic story follows the world’s favourite Nanny and is adapted from the wonderful stories by PL Travers and of course the original film of the same name. With an iconic score by Richard M Sherman and Robert B Sherman including all the memorable songs we know and love. Such as ‘Step in Time’, ‘Feed the Birds’ and of course ‘Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious’!

The show features spectacular choreography and incredible special effects, you could say its ‘Practically perfect in every way’. Book Now!

MATILDA THE MUSICAL

MATILDA is the multi-award-winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company, inspired by the beloved book by the ingenious author Roald Dahl and has been delighting London’s audiences for over a decade.

With original songs from the brilliant Tim Minchin and a book by Dennis Kelly, the show follows the story of an extraordinary young girl named Matilda with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind as she takes a stand to change her own destiny.

Playing to sold out audiences and standing ovations night after night MATILDA is one of London’s most sought-after musicals that you wouldn’t want to miss!

ONLY FOOLS AND HORSES THE MUSICAL

The landmark, record-breaking television series ONLY FOOLS AND HORSES celebrates its 40^th anniversary! Written by the late, greatJohn Sullivan, the critically acclaimed home-grown British Musical continues to make audiences laugh out loud at The Theatre Royal Haymarket.
You could say it’s… Lovely Jubbly!

Featuring all the cherished moments that you know and love from the TV series along with all the dodgy dealings too, ONLY FOOLS AND HORSES takes us on a trip back in time to 1989. Along with some brilliant musical numbers including the iconic theme song, the show has all you need for a right good knees up!

Book your tickets now, you’d be a plonker to miss it!

Waitress the Musical composer and lyricist Sara Bareilles is now starring in the West End production of her hit musical at the Adelphi Theatre… and Gavin Creel is here too!

Grammy award winner and composer Sara Bareilles debuts in the West End reprising the role of Jenna that she had already played for two runs on Broadway in 2017 and 2018. For the special occasion, she brought along her Broadway co-star and friend, Tony-winner Gavin Creel as Dr. Pomatter. The pair started performances on 27 January and will perform for a six-weeks run until 7 March 2020.

A Brief History of the Waitress Musical

Waitress The Musical is based on the 2007 film with Keri Russel and follows Jenna, a creative pie-maker who invents new weirdly-named pies according to what’s going on in her life, as she carries through an unwanted pregnancy in an unsatisfying marriage. Her new gynecologist is Dr. Pomatter, an equally clumsy and attractive man who really loves her pies and their maker, and a backing contest is about to be held in a nearby county. Will this give Jenna the strength to find a new recipe for her personal happiness?

Waitress The Musical officially opened at the Adelphi Theatre in March 2019 to enthusiastic reviews and will play in the West End until 4th July 2020 before embarking on a UK Tour! When Bareilles and Creel will end their engagement, the roles of Jenna and Dr. Pomatter will be reprised by Lucie Jones and David Hunter on 9 March.

Don’t miss the chance to see the amazing Sara Bareilles perform in her own show alongside Gavin Creel! Check the availability for tickets to see Waitress The Musical at the Adelphi Theatre on our website!

We all want to celebrate those closest to us in our lives and what better way than spending some quality time at a West End show. Treat the female role model in your life with a day out in London she’ll remember forever. Just a reminder; Mother’s Day is Sunday 26^th March 2017.

Les Miserables

This worldwide phenomenon has now played for over 30 years in London’s West End, beginning at the Barbican, then transferring to the Palace Theatre before moving to the Queen’s Theatre, which it has called home since April 2004. This musical features a wealth of interwoven story lines, including the tragic tale of Fantine and her daughter Cosette. We don’t want to give away too much but Fantine’s undying love for her child supersedes adversity, culminating in her giving her child the best life she can. There won’t be a dry eye in the house!

Mamma Mia!

This ABBA jukebox musical has one of the best on-stage mothers in recent memory. Donna Sheridan is sassy, funny and a bit insecure, but best of all, warm-hearted to both her daughter and her friends. The tale of a mother and her grown up daughter’s relationship will make you both laugh and cry as they plan for her upcoming wedding. Bonus: you get to listen to the music of ABBA as the story is told.

Wicked (*SPOILERS AHEAD*)

Despite the lack of mothers in this musical, it is this absence which makes this story a must-see close to Mother’s Day 2017. Elphaba’s mother tragically dies in childbirth after giving birth to an emerald green child. Consequently, Elphaba’s Father (the Govenor of Munchkinland) attempts to ensure his second child doesn’t meet the same fate – unfortunately, this attempt ends tragically. It is heart-warming to see the “Wicked Witch of the West” grow up into a feisty, strong and compassionate character in spite of her circumstances. Through the help of her friend Glinda, she overcomes the guilt and grief of her mother’s death.

Motown the Musical

This musical will excite and delight all those who grew up in the Motown era or benefited from its influence. Featuring music from Smokey Robinson, Lionel Richie, The Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye, Edwin Starr and Diana Ross, this musical tells the story of Berry Gordy and Motown records. Motown the Musical has been a smash hit on both sides of the pond and has recently extended its run until 24 February 2018.

Beautiful – The Carole King Musical

This jukebox musical tells the story of renowned singer-songwriter Carole King using her own music. Featuring songs including ‘Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow’, ‘One Fine Day’, ‘Chains’, ‘You Make Me Feel Like A Natural Woman’, ‘I Feel the Earth Move’, and of course, ‘Beautiful’, you won’t be able to resist a night at the Aldwych Theatre with your mum, dancing the night away.

Jersey Boys

It just so happens that Mother’s Day 2017 coincides with the last performance of the Jersey Boys in the West End, so we’d recommend an early Mother’s Day treat if you’re wishing to see this show. To avoid disappointment on the big day, book sooner rather than later as there’s currently extremely limited availability for tickets on the weekend of 25-26^th March – a weekday performance beforehand may be ideal.

Why not make your day extra special, and take a trip on the London Eye? With a choice of regular entry or fast-track, you can make the most of your day!

If you’re looking for an engaging and entertaining activity for Valentine’s Day then we’ve got just the ticket(s).

The theatre is an amazing choice for a date for so many reasons. It’s more of a treat than going to the cinema and more intimate than going to a gig. It’s also an excuse to make a bit more of an effort – in the opulent surroundings of the West End you’ll have no qualms getting dressed up for each other.

A shared emotional experience will also bring you closer together – and there’s nothing quite like the raw emotion of musical theatre. So take your Valentine to one of these shows this Tuesday and watch your relationship blossom.

The Phantom of the Opera

The award-winning musical by Andrew Lloyd-Webber is a beguiling tale of love, loss and longing.

A beautiful and talented young soprano, Christine Daeé, becomes the object of obsession for a disfigured musical genius – the Phantom – who’s hiding in the sewers below the French opera house where Christine is a chorus girl.

WHAT’S OPENING IN THE WEST END DURING 2017?

With so many new shows opening in London’s West End this year, we’ve rounded up the best musicals and plays that you simply won’t want to miss…

Hamilton

Victoria Palace Theatre – from November 2017
(Tickets available from 30th January 2017)

The show that needs no introduction arrives in London from November 2017.

Winner of multiple awards (including more than one Tony award), the show is written by the Oscar nominated Lin-Manuel Miranda (whose previous work, In the Heights, has just finished a successful run at the King’s Cross Theatre). It has a unique blend of musical styles such as R&B, rap, blues, and our firm favourite, musical theatre.

The show follows the turbulent life of America’s previously unsung hero, Alexander Hamilton: the creator of the Coast Guard, founder of the New York Post, writer of 51 of the Federalist Papers, and most notably, the first American Treasury Secretary.

Tickets are strictly only available from ticketmaster.co.uk from 30^th January 2017 at midday. So, cancel your meetings and set an alarm! Trust us: you do not want to miss this phenomenal show.

The Glass Menagerie:

Duke of York’s Theatre – from 26^th January 2017

After the roaring success of A Streetcar Named Desire at the Young Vic and St. Ann’s Warehouse in New York, we are eagerly awaiting the arrival of Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie.

Following a multi-Tony Award-nominated run on Broadway, and a sold-out season at the Edinburgh International Festival, this highly anticipated play is coming to the stages of London.

Olivier and Tony Award-winning director John Tiffany (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One and Two, Let the Right One In, Black Watch) revives his visionary staging of this heart-rendering masterpiece about a family struggling to survive on hopes and dreams.

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 Travesties:

Apollo Theatre – from 3^rd February 2017

Tom Stoppard’s comedy of art, love and revolution features James Joyce, Tristan Tzara and Lenin as remembered (and misremembered) by Henry Carr, a minor British Diplomat in Zurich in 1917.

When Gwendolen and Cecily wander in from ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’, Henry’s mind wanders too. He was Algernon in a production in Zurich, but who was the other one?

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The Boys in the Band

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Vaudeville Theatre – from 7^th February 2017

Mark Gatiss stars in this strictly limited West End transfer of the first major revival of this iconic play in two decades.

Razor sharp and packed with wit, The Boys in the Band is fresh, startling and brilliantly entertaining. We guarantee that you will not regret seeing this.

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Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf

Harold Pinter Theatre – from 22^nd February 2017

Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf stars British acting legend of both stage and screen, Imelda Staunton, along with Conleth Hill, Luke Treadaway and Imogen Poots in her West End debut.

With James Macdonald directing a new version of playwright Edward Albee’s Tony and Pulitzer prize-winning work, this ferocious play is sure to be a hit.

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 Stepping Out:

 Vaudeville Theatre – from 1^st March 2017

Amanda Holden leads a stellar cast (including Tracy-Ann Oberman, Tamzin Outhwaite, Natalie Casey and Nicola Stephenson) in this funny and heart-warming comedy that follows the lives of seven women and one man who are brought together at a weekly dance class.

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42^nd Street:

Theatre Royal Drury Lane – from 20^th March 2017

This is the classic musical that we’ve been waiting for. 42nd Street is the song and dance, American dream fable of Broadway and with a cast of over 50 high-kicking talents, this is a show not to miss.

Young Peggy Sawyer is fresh off the bus from small-town America and just another face in the chorus line on Broadway’s newest show. But, when the leading lady gets injured, Peggy might just have that shot at stardom that she’s always dreamed of…

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  The Miser

Garrick Theatre – from 1^st March 2017

Griff Rhys Jones stars alongside Lee Mack in this classic comedy.

Fanatical about protecting his wealth, the paranoid Harpagon suspects everyone of trying to flinch his fortune goes to any length to protect it. However, as true feelings and identities are revealed, will Harpagon allow his children to follow their heart, or will his love of gold prove all-consuming? This revival is directed by the fantastic Sean Foley (The Painkiller, The Ladykillers, Jeeves and Wooster).

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Don Juan in Soho

Wyndham’s Theatre – from 17^th March 2017

David Tennant stars in the West End premiere of Don Juan in Soho – the savagely filthy and funny play, written and directed by Patrick Marber.

Loosely based on Moliere’s tragicomedy ‘Don Juan’, this modern update transports the action to contemporary London and follows the final adventures of the debauched protagonist – a cruel seducer who lives only for pleasure. Please Note: this is strictly aged 16+

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The Goat, or Who is Sylvia?

Haymarket Theatre – from 24^th March 2017

Damian Lewis and Sophie Okonedo are joined by Jason Hughes and newcomer Archie Medekwe in this Tony Award-winning, dark comedic masterpiece.

Martin is at the pinnacle of life: he has a loving wife and son, a hugely successful career as an architect and the commission of a lifetime. But, when he embarks upon an improbable and impossible love affair from which there is no return, he must face the dizzying, explosive consequences.

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Funny Girl is a musical telling the life story of Fanny Brice, whose singing and comedy lifted her from Brooklyn musical hall singer to Broadway entertainment star. Following a sold out run at the Menier Chocolate Factory it is now playing at London’s Savoy Theatre.

The musical includes popular songs ‘People’ and ‘Don’t Rain On My Parade’.

Book tickets to see Funny Girl in April at the Savoy Theatre.

The stage production of the 1992 movie The Bodyguard returns to London’s West End this summer with soul singer Beverley Knight. Moving from the Adelphi Theatre, where it played in 2013, to the Dominion Theatre for a six month season.

£1 from every ticket sold between 1st March – 30th April (for any show) on theatrebookings.com goes to the National Autistic Society.

• Do you have trouble communicating or interacting with people?
• Do you struggle to understand where people are coming from?
• Do you fear change?
• Do you enjoy forming and maintaining routines?

These are just some of the symptoms associated with autism – a broad spectrum of disorders. It’s something that affects an estimated 1 in 100 people in the U.K, but it’s not an epidemic. Autism is not caught or transferred between us, it’s something we’re born with.

Time is flying as we’re nearly a quarter way through the year. Christmas and New Year’s seem a distant memory and Spring isn’t too far off. There’s even daffodils in the shops already. Still, it’s a bit too cold for picnics and beach trips, so a trip to the theatre seems like a great choice to get a bit of air, but still keep warm.

Here’s our run down of what’s happening in the West End this March.

Get your Bend It Like Beckham tickets - QUICK!

At the beginning on the month, you’ll have to be quick if you want to catch Bend It Like Beckham at the Phoenix Theatre.

March 6^th is the last booking day, so you won’t have much time to waste.

This was first a film starring Parminder Nagra and Keira Knightley back in 2002. It went on to win a number of awards and was hugely popular with the public and critics alike. It’s no surprise it’s go on to become one of the best musicals of recent times.

The show tells the story of a young Punjabi Sikh girl who dreams to play football, despite objections from her family. She eventually finds herself on a local women’s football team and starts on her path to be just like her hero Beckham.

The musical hasn’t just got a great story though. The cast is superb featuring Natalie Dew, Ronni Acona, and Preeya Kalidas.

Book your tickets for Bend It Like Beckham at the Phoenix Theatre.

Official opening night for MOTOWN The Musical

March sees the official opening night of Motown the Musical at the Shaftesbury Theatre.

While some early shows have already begun, critics won’t get their chance to see the show until March 8^th. Best to get your tickets now before the inevitable rave reviews make them hard to come by.

Already a hit on Broadway on the other side of the pond, this huge production won’t leave you disappointed – especially considering the inclusion of a 16-piece orchestra to musically lead the whole thing.

Motown the Musical tells the story of Berry Gordy who set up the Motown label using just $800. He went onto sign greats such as Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, and many others. You’ll get the chance to hear some of the biggest Motown hits throughout the night along with some top class performances.

Book your tickets for Motown the Musical at the Shaftesbury Theatre.

Last chance to book Guys & Dolls

This month sees the last booking chance to see the classic Guys and Dolls.

If you don’t get your tickets by March 13^th. That’s it, unfortunately!

Showing at the Savoy Theatre, this world-famous show tells the story of Nathan Detroit as he frantically seeks out some much needed cash in Prohibition-era New York. He searches out some dollar, he also has to worry about his engagement to Miss Adelaide. Before long Detroit finds himself in a bizarre bet with Sky Materson involving sinners, romance, and Havana.

Make sure you don’t miss out.

Book your tickets for Guys and Dolls at the Savoy Theatre.