The biggest collaborative theatre event is almost upon us and the official schedule has been released! Held in Trafalgar Square West End Live is back for another year and it’s the 20th anniversary of this event.

Almost all shows will be in attendance with EVITA announcing their participation last week. This will mark Rachel Zegler’s first appearance at the free event! You’re find the full West End Live schedule below.

The shows performing include veterans of West End Live such as : The Lion King, Six, Wicked, Hamilton, Tina, Mamma Mia!, The Book of Mormon, The Phantom of the Opera, Cabaret and Les Miserables. Newcomers include: Evita, Just For One Day, The Devil Wears Prada, The Great Gatsby, Clueless, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Burlesque the Musical and Disney’s Hercules.

Both days the West End Live schedule will be opening with a Disney musical. As is tradition with Hercules kicking off the event as a whole on Saturday. As previews have all sold out now until July. The crowds are anticipated to be huge in order to get a look at this new musical.

Other crowd favorites include Hamilton which always has the crowd singing along word for word as well as Operation Mincemeat one of the most successful home grown musicals now playing in Broadway and the West End. Although Saturday might seen slightly more stacked with most long running shows performing then Sunday is not to be left behind with Titanique, The Great Gatsby and The 20 years of West End Live Concert to end the day. Although the lineup hasn’t been revealed for that performance it’s safe to say there will be familiar faces and incredible vocals.

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The hit musical by Disney Hercules has made it’s much anticipated debut in the West End. Making it’s lightening debut in The Theatre Royal Drury Lane there is officially two Disney shows back on in London. Hercules was announced last year in November after Frozen closed following a successful 3 year run at the same theatre.

Based on the classic 1997 Disney animated film, Hercules. Which is subsequently based on the Greek myth of the demi god. The story follows Hercules as he struggles to live up to his birthright and strength. Alongside his rivalry while against the villain Hades. Although based on the film there is a new book by Robert Horn( Shucked) and Kwame Kwei-Armah (The Visitor). The music is by Alan Menken and lyrics by David Zipppel. Popular numbers within the show include “Go the Distance”, “Zero to Hero” and “I Won’t Say”.

The titular role is played by Luke Brady. He will be starring opposite Mae Ann Jorolan who originated the role of Meg in Hamburg. Furthermore the rest of the principle cast include Trevor Dion Nicolas as Phil, Stephen Carlile as Hades, Craig Gallivan as Bob and Lee Zarrett as Charles. Excitingly the five muses will be played by Candace Furbert, Sharlene Hector, Brianna Ogunbawo, Malinda Parris and Robyn Rose-Li.

The official opening night is the 24th of June and previews have now sold out. The show is clearly already garnering a lot of attention having just announced their first extension. They are now booking until March 2026.

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Tina -the longest running show at the Aldwych is preparing to roll out on the 13th of September! Ahead of their final performances they have announced the final West End Cast as well as some new rehearsal photos.

Alongside current star Karis Anderson, singer and presenter Fleur East will be joining the show as alternate Tina. Performing on select dates all summer. Based on the life of Tina Turner the role is very challenging vocally and has historically been shared by two actresses. Joining this will be Natasha J Barnes as the manager and Chrissie Bhima as Alline Bullock. Furthermore James Chrisholm as Richard Bullock and Matt Dempsey as Phil Spector and Terry Britten.

Also joining the cast will be Christian James as Roger Davies, Samuel Sarpong-Broni as Raymond Hill and Erwin Bach will be taken over by Dan O’Brien. The other roles will be continued with with the current cast.

The final West End Cast will be starting performances on the 24th June.

The show is directed by Phyllida LLoyd known for her work on Mamma Mia! and written by Pulitzer Prize winner Katori Hall. Anthony van Laast choreographed the show and set and costume designed were by Mark Thompson. The show started back in 2018 at the Aldywch and has stayed ever since. Though the closing announcement came as a shock this is hardly the end for the musical. The UK and Ireland tour is still going strong after starting on the 6 March 2025.

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The annual Tony Awards happened last night and even from the West End it was very exciting to see what theatre is being celebrated across the pond. Here’s a round up of some of the Tony awards highlights, winners and other memorable moments.

Cynthia Erivo was the host, who was catapulted to a more mainstream stardom last year with Wicked the movie. Although she is no stranger to the Tony’s and was well known for her win back in 2011 for The Colour Purple. She started the ceremony with the original song “” where some stars were welcomed to sing along. Notable mentions are Kristin Chenoweth, Aaron Tveit and Adam Lambert all of whom are Wicked alumni.

Tony Awards Highlights – Hamilton performance

Hamilton was probably the most talked about and shared performance from the show to celebrate their 10 year anniversary. The original Broadway cast reunited to perform a medley of all of the most iconic songs such as, non-stop, Schuyler sisters and my shot.

Notable cast members include, Lin Manuel Miranda, Leslie Odom Jr, Renee Elise Goldsberry and Ariana Debose who was part of the ensemble. The performance incurred a standing ovation and has once again shown what a cultural phenomenon it is. Subsequently the show has now played for almost 10 years in Broadway and 8 in the West End at the Victoria Palace Theatre.

Book tickets to see the show in the West end with the fantastic new cast that are starting next week.

Stranger Things : The first shadow was the most awarded play of the season. They picked up awards for Best Scenic Design of a Play, Best Sound Design of a Play and Best Lighting Design. Therefore they also won a special Tony Award to acknowledge the insane illusions and technical effects.

In addition the show is currently playing in the Phoenix Theatre and has garnered much praise for the direction and effects. Make sure to catch this outstanding play before the 5th season comes out with our special offers tickets. Book here to save up to 50% off.

Notable Tony Award Winners:

• Best musical – Maybe Happy Ending
• Performance by an actress in a leading role in a musical – Nicole Scherzinger (Sunset Boulevard)
• Best performance by an actor in a leading role in a musical – Darren Criss (Maybe Happy Ending)
• Best revival of a musical – Sunset Boulevard
• Performance by an actor in a leading role in a play – Cole Escola (Oh, Mary!)
• Best play – Purpose
• Performance by an actor in a featured role in a musical – Jak Malone (Operation Mincemeat)
• Best costume design of a musical – Paul Tazewell (Death Becomes her)

The new Wicked: For Good trailer is finally out! Part 2 of the critical and box office hit, Wicked, is coming out November 21st this year. The trailer has been eagerly awaited and it’s here offering fans a glimpse into part two.

The trailer starts with Elphaba in hiding as her opposition to the wizard’s scheme has made her a fugitive. We see Glinda and Elphaba reminiscing on their times together at Shiz in separate scenes. As well as their continued complicated relationship with Fiyero. Dorothy and her friends are shown on the famous yellow brick road. But who plays the characters remains a mystery for now. There’s been a lot of speculation on who would play Dorothy with rumors of Alisha Weir (known for Matilda) and some even jokingly saying it’ll be cgi Judy Garland.

Starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande the trailer offers us a first listen of their anticipated duet for good. The trailer also shows Jonathon Bailey as Fiyero and a look at the extravagant wedding between him and Glinda. This is one of the scenes which appear to be film exclusive, the movie is theorized to be 2hour 30mins like part one. As the stage show is only 2 hours 40 mins, there will likely be a lot of brand new scenes in this film. Jon Chu the director has confirmed there will be two new songs although none were teased in the Wicked for good trailer.

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Check out these new Stereophonic Production Images which they released this week. The show opened on 24th May at the Duke of York Theatre. The show is a highly anticipated West End transfer of the multi Tony Award Winning play. In fact, it is the most Tony Award nominated play of all time! Stereophonic is about a band on the cusp of a major breakthrough as they record their next album. It is set in the 70’s and we follow the band dealing with pressure that is either see them break through or break up.

The Stereophonic Production Images show the cast in action for this epic play running at The Duke of York Theatre until 20th September 2025. The stars of the original Broadway production, Andrew R. Butler as Charlie, Eli Gelb as Grover and Chris Stack as Simon have joined the West End cast. Also joining them are Zachary Hart, as Reg, Lucy Karczewski as Diana, Jack Riddiford as Peter, and Nia Towle as Holly. The understudies are Sam Denia, Rima Georges, Lucy Gray and Steve Shirley.

Stereophonic is written by David Adjmi and is directed by Daniel Aukin. Also, it has original songs by Oscar nominee and Grammy Award-winner Will Butler who was in the band Arcade Fire.

The New Stereophonic Production Images can be seen below:

Stereophonic is currently playing at The Duke Of York’s Theatre until 20th September 2025. The play is 3 hours and 10 minutes long including an interval so evening performance start at the earlier time of 7pm with matinees at 1pm.

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CoComelon the children’s phenomenon from YouTube is coming to the West End this summer. In the form of a sing-a-long concert called CoComelon sing-a-long live. Starting July 15th it will play at the St Martins theatre from Tuesday – Sunday at 10.30am with an additional 1pm performance on Fridays and Sundays.

CoComelon started out on YouTube with a cast of original characters singing songs to educate and entertain children. Now it has come to the capital with some of their most popular characters. Ms Appleberry, JJ, Cody and Nina to name a few. It is also possible to upgrade to photo experience tickets and meet Ms Appleberry and JJ.

Cocomelon sing-a-long live is a brand-new production, designed as the perfect first live show experience for children and their families. Furthermore with engaging characters, catchy songs like “Wheels on the bus” and “If you’re happy and you know it” and fun surprises this show promises to create an unforgettable day out for grown-ups and children alike. Suitable for all members of the family 0-4 recommended.

What is CoComelon?

Cocomelon is a global phenomenon for kid’s entertainment amassing over 4 billion views monthly on YouTube. It is watched by children in other 80 countries and is available in 20 languages. In addition they have multiple successful spin-offs such as Cody Time, CoComelon Classroom and a netflix series CoComelon Lane. This will be the first live show they have created. Last November it premiered in South Africa and will have toured the US and Canada before landing in London.

Be sure to book tickets to this fun family show here!

The St Martins theatre has been home to the Agatha Christie classic The Mousetrap for 70 years and the show will continue to play in the evenings after CoComelon Live.

Burlesque which is transferring to the west end this July has announced it’s lead cast and creative team. Burlesque was a musical drama film from 2009 about a small town girl Ali Rose who moves to Los Angeles and after a series of unsuccessful auditions comes across a burlesque club. There she meets Tess the owner of the struggling Burlesque club.

The show was first seen on stage in Manchester and Glasgow last year written for the stage by Steve Antin. Antin was the director of the film the show is based on. With songs from Christina Aguilera (who played the main character Ali on screen) Sia and Diane Warren. Jess Folley and Todrick Hall also added additional songs.

Furthermore the transfer will star Jess Folley as Ali and Todrick Hall as Sean. The role of Tess will be played by Orfeh who will be making her much anticipated West End debut. Orfeh is a Broadway legend and was Tony-nominated for playing Paulette in the Legally Blonde musical.

Lastly joining the lead Burlesque cast is George Maguire as Vince, Paul Jacob Frendch as Jackson and Asha Parker Wallace as Nikki. The creative team have also been announced with Nate Bertone (set designer), Ben Harrison (Sound Designer), Chris Poon (musical Director) and Rory Beaton (lighting designer).

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This November, The Spy Who Came in From the Cold is set to transfer to @sohoplace. This is following a successful run at Chichester Festival Theatre.

This new adaptation of John le Carré’s The Spy Who Came in From the Cold is written by David Eldridge.

Eldridge says it has been a privilege to share this play to the London audience. Following on about the play’s story, he says, “Although set in the murky world of the cold war espionage thriller it’s a strikingly relevant story for our times. The Spy Who Came In From The Cold asks us how one can retain one’s humanity and morality if one must operate with the same impunity and brutality as your enemy to defeat him?”

Furthermore, the cast and creatives have also been announced. The story follows Alec Leamas, a retired spy who is drawn back for one final mission. Through this world of deception during the Cold War, his relationship with Liz Gold will challenge his world views.

The play will star Rory Keenan as Alec Leamas and Agnes O’Casey as Liz Gold.

Joining them is Gunnar Cauthery as Hans-Dieter Mundt, John Ramm as George Smiley, Philip Arditti as Fielder, Norma Atallah as Miss Crail and the President of the Tribunal, Matt Betteridge as Riemeck and Kiever, Ian Drysdale as Control, Tom Kanji as Ashe and David Rubin as Pitt and Ford.

Max Jones is the production designer with Lighting by Azusa Ono, sound by Elizabeth Purnell and composition by Paul Englishby. Moreover, Jessica Ronane cast the show and movement direction is by Lucy Cullingford.

Tickets went on sale today, you can book here.

The West End Flea Market smashed their own fundraising record this weekend. The event raised £110,000 for charity Acting For Others. This means they beat last year’s record by nearly £40,000!

The fundraiser took place in Covent Garden at St Paul’s Church on Saturday 17th May. Acting For Others is a Charity which raises emotional and financial support for all theatre workers. Whether they are on or off the stage anyone who works and contributes to theatre in anyway can receive the charities support.

Most of the West End productions took part in this year’s West End Flea Market. Shows participated by setting up stalls which sold merchandise, cup cakes, coffee and carnival style games. It is an extremely wholesome event in which most of the west end shows took part. This included stalls from Back to The Future, Cabaret, Clueless, Hadestown, Hamilton, Les Misérables, Mamma Mia!, Mean Girls, Moulin Rouge!, The Phantom of the Opera, SIX The Musical, The Book of Mormon, The Devil Wears Prada, The Mousetrap, The Play That Goes Wrong, Tina – The Tina Turner Musical, Titanique and many more.

The West End Flea Market also had an autograph tent! Not only could you nab signatures from icons such as Arlene Phillips and Christopher Biggins, but also from some of your favourite west end cast members. For example, Simon Lipkin (Oliver), Clare Foster (The Curious Case of Benjamin Button) Grace Mouat (Mean Girls) where just some of the West End Stars who attended.

There were some auctions on they day which included an iconic script. Mean Girls auctioned of a script of the musical signed by the famous writer and actress responsible for the iconic film turned musical, Tina Fey. If you missed out on the auction, they have extended The West End Flea Market online Auction until 23rd May! If you take part you could win props and signed merchandise from the cast of Hadestown and Wicked. What’s more, The Phantom Of The Opera donated a gorgeous limited edition company jacket to the auction.

Some of our favourite pictures captured from the West End Flea Market are below!

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