Max Brockbank

The next 12 months in London's Theatreland

Anyone planning a stay in London probably already has a visit to a stage show pencilled in to their agenda. But what can theatre-goers look forward to over the next year? Here's a brief rundown of what's new, what's true and what's saying bye to you ...

If you're planning a holiday in London in the next twelve months,  you're probably eager to include at least one London theatre  performance during your stay. Keeping abreast of which plays and  musicals are opening - and which will be closing - can help you plan  your trip more accurately. Instead of risking disappointment by showing  up to buy theatre tickets for a show that closed only days before, read  on to catch a glimpse of a few of the more notable openings and  closings in London theatre over the next twelve months - then plan your  holiday accordingly, taking in as many shows as possible!

Exciting Openings Coming Up In The West End

There's always something exciting happening in London theatre, and the  next twelve months are no exception. The much-anticipated play Enron will be opening at the Royal Court Theatre in September, taking a lighthearted look at financial disaster. That same month, Shawshank Redemption opens; fans of the film and the novel by Stephen King are sure to be lining up for theatre tickets for that show. Cat On A Hot Tin Roof makes its opening appearance in December of this year, also, making the  next few months positively jam packed with excitement for theatregoers.

Don't Miss Out On These Shows Closing Soon

Closings are a fact of life in London theatre, and there are going to be some notable ones coming up. Avenue Q and Annie Get Your Gun are both set to draw their final curtains in January of 2010. Rat Pack: Live In Las Vegas makes its final performance at the end of November 2009 - if you've  been wanting to buy theatre tickets for that show, time is of the  essence. Lolita ends it run in September 2009, also. As always,  unexpected or unpredicted closings may occur throughout the season, so  it is wise to keep an eye on London theatre happenings via newsletter  or email - or through a well-connected friend.

Still Going Strong

Like many other theatre cities, London is known for being the home of some very long-running, beloved and enduring productions. Les Miserables and Phantom of the Opera have both been extended, so if you are planning a trip to London within  the next year and would like to see either one of these productions,  you are in luck. Hairspray has been extended until October of  2010, ensuring that anyone who hasn't had the opportunity to see it  will have plenty of time to do so. Keeping track of what is happening  in the world of London theatre can help you plan your next visit much  more efficiently - and it can make buying theatre tickets far less  confusing and affordable, as well.

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