Top 10 Theatre Shows in West End London

Dec 12
17:53

2016

Anne Wilson

Anne Wilson

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Do you wish to watch a West End musical but wondering which one to see? We bring to you a list of top 10 theatre shows to watch in London’s West End. Choose your favourite show and see a world-class performance which will leave you pinning for more!

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Do you wish to watch a West End musical but wondering which one to see? We bring to you a list of top 10 Theatre shows to watch in London’s West End. Choose your favorite show and see a world-class performance which will leave you pinning for more!

1.Charlie and The Chocolate Factory

Where- Theatre Royal Drury Lane,Top 10 Theatre Shows in West End London  Articles London
Tickets available from £21.54
Duration- 2 hours and 30 minutes, including one interval

Charlie & the Chocolate Factory is a well-known musical based on Roald Dahl’s classic children novel written in 1964. It is a visual delight- full of fantasy, suspense, fun and drama. Sam Mendes has directed the show while Marc Shaiman has lent engaging music. The highly imaginative adaptation by playwright David Greig brings to life the fantastical happenings inside the mystical chocolate factory owned by Willy Wonka. No wonder it was chosen as the Theatre Show of the Year in the 2015 London Lifestyle Awards. Get ready to step inside ‘A world of pure imagination’!

2.Les Misérables

Where- Queens Theatre, London
Tickets available from £32.10
Duration- 2 hours and 50 minutes, including one interval

Les Misérables is the longest running musical in the world, seen by over 70 million people in 44 countries and in 22 languages. The number of people who have seen the show exceeds the entire population of the UK! That’s quite incredible for any musical to achieve. Based upon French poet and novelist Victor Hugo’s 1862 famous novel Les Misérables, it takes you on a historical journey into the 19th -century France. The story is about an ex-convict Jean Valjean who serves nineteen years in jail but eventually reforms himself. The musical showcases a fascinating tale of poverty, punishment, mercy, justice, love, unfulfilled dreams, revolution and redemption. Featuring delightful songs and riveting performances, the show is the favourite amongst all the West End musicals even after completing 30 years. Tou can buy cheap Les miserables musical tickets at boxofficetheatre and book your favorite seat with one touch.

3.The Book of Mormon

Where- Prince of Wales Theatre
Tickets available from £38.52
Duration- 2 hours and 30 minutes, including interval.

Dubbed as ‘The best musical of the century’, The Book of Mormon is a satirical musical comedy which charms the audience with wit, nuance and great laughs. From the madcap creators of South Park, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, The Book of Mormon swept the 2011 Tony Awards with 9 wins, picked up a Grammy, and also boasts of 4 Olivier Awards. The peculiar story is about two Mormons and their hilarious misadventures on their mission to Uganda to propagate their religious beliefs. The musical offers endless fun and satire on religion in a comical manner.

4.Mamma Mia!

Where- Novello Theatre London
Tickets available from £19.26
Duration- 2 hours 35 minutes, including one interval

Known as ‘the ultimate feel-good show’, the smash hit juke box musical produced by Judy Craymer is based on the iconic ABBA songs, composed by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus. Since its debut in 1999 in the UK, the musical has set many records. It has won over 15 awards, has been nominated for 26 awards and has thrilled over 60 million people worldwide. Mamma Mia! musical grips the audience with ABBA hits from the mid-70s. It is one of the few musicals that have run for more than 10 years both on Broadway and West End. If you are a music fan, then Mamma Mia! is a must-watch show!

5.Aladdin

Where- Prince Edward Theatre
Tickets available from £19.26
Duration- 2 hours and 30 minutes, including one interval

After a massive Broadway success, Aladdin (from the producer of the massively popular The Lion King) has taken the West End by storm and has received such a massive response the tickets will now be available till 1 April 2017. The musical takes you on a magical journey with Aladdin to woo his beautiful Princess Jasmine and outwit a wicked vizier with the help of a genie. Dean John-Wilson stars in the title role as Aladdin, Jade Ewen casts as Jasmine and the Genie is none other than Broadway cast member Trevor Dion Nicholas. The rich, glittery 350 costumes by Greg Barnes of Kinky Boots fame are simply amazing, and lend grace and opulence. The Disney musical promises to enthral you with its large scale production numbers and magnificent Arabian backdrop.

6.Thriller- Live

Where-Lyric Theatre
Tickets Available from £29.43
Duration- 2 hours and 30 minutes, including one interval

Thriller-Live is a mesmerising musical which celebrates the life and career of none other than Michael Jackson, who has influenced generations of music lovers. The musical features dazzling multi-media effects and amazing choreography which brings to life the iconic dance moves of Jackson’s famous hits. It is a wonderful tribute to the King of Pop and features hits like ABC, I Want You Back, Black or White, and of course Thriller, which makes the audience dance along with the fascinating music. This popular jukebox musical has attractive costumes and gripping performances and holds the title of the longest running show at the prestigious stage of the Lyric Theatre.

7.The Lion King

Where- Lyceum Theatre, London
Tickets available from £ 44.94
Duration- 2 hours and 30 minutes, including one interval

It’s a Disney musical you simply cannot ignore. Set amongst the splendour of the Serengeti Plains and the backdrop of Africa, The Lion King spells a cast on the audience as soon as it roars to life on the stage. A visual treat for the eyes, this adapted musical from the iconic film transports you to the world of Simba and his epic journey from a wide-eyed cub to his destined role as King of the Pridelands. The spectacular imagination, stunning performances and enthralling music captivates the audience. The musical opened in October 1999 in the UK and has played to packed houses ever since!

8.Matilda The Musical

Where-Cambridge Theatre, London
Tickets available from £32.10
Duration- 2 hours 40 minutes including one interval


Matilda the musical is an award-winning show based on the much-loved children’s book by Roald Dahl. It narrates the story of an incredibly talented and intelligent young girl, Matilda Wormwood, who has some special magical powers. She is not treated well at home and school but finds out an amusing way of dealing with her situation.  The musical is well renowned and has won 50 internationally recognised awards, including the Best Musical thirteen times, a record breaking seven Oliver Awards and four Tony awards.

9.Wicked

Where- Apollo Victoria Theatre
Tickets available from £ 20.87
Duration- 2 hours 45 minutes including one interval

Wicked is a phenomenal musical packed with show stopping songs and dazzling costumes. Based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, Wicked is the back story to The Wizard of Oz.  It tells the tale of Glinda the Good Witch and the Wicked Witch of the West in their youth. Wicked is 19th longest running show in West End history and has been seen by over 7 million people. It has won many awards since it started including an Olivier Award for Most Popular Show in 2010 and multiple Tony Awards. Discover the thrilling adventures in Oz in a musical described by Daily Mail as "one of the greatest musicals of our time".

10.The Phantom of the Opera 

Where-Her Majesty’s Theatre
Tickets available from £34.45
Duration-2 hours and 30 minutes, including one interval

The Phantom of the Opera has been running for the last 30 years at Her Majesty’s Theatre. The story is about a phantom that hides beneath the Paris Opera House as he has facial defects and the people fear him. The disfigured phantom falls in love with the beautiful Christine Daaé, his protégée. He wants to make her a star and is ready to do anything (even murder) to keep her on stage. It is a wonderful story of love and obsession narrated through incredible music. The musical has not ceased to engage the audience even after 12,000 West End performances.