Text: 'Irresistibly Uplifting, Hollywood Reporter. Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Alywych Theatre. Image: 'Tina' shining in a gold light against a black background with a smile on her face, wearing a gold dress. The text is in glittery gold.
Text: More to see than can ever be seen...Disney The Lion King, Lyceum Theatre London.  Image: Man wearing tribal-like clothing, with shadows of giraffes in the background against a yellow background.
Text 'nothing matches it' - New York Times. Roald Dahls' Matilda The Musical, Cambridge Theatre London. RSC Royal Shakespeare Company. Image: A little girl (Matilda) stood with her hands on her hips looking up into the left-hand distance. She is stood in-front of a glowing blue lights, which makes her look almost like a silhouette. It is a powerful image.
White background. In black text: Pretty Romantic. Pretty Magical. | In red text: Pretty Woman. In Black text: The Musical. Savoy Theatre. | Image: Aimie Atkinson as Vivian
Disney's Frozen The West End Musical at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
Heathers The Musical. Blue background with upfacing spotlights highlighting the Heathers in green, red and yellow holding croquet mallets.
Text: The longest running comedy in the West End. The Play That Goes Wrong. Duchess Theatre. Image:: Image of the cast in costume stood ina V formation.
Text: The Smartest Giant in Town, A musical adaptation of the bestselling book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. | Image: A giant pair of legs and shoes are surrounded by small cartoon animals, trees and houses.
5 stars 'London's guiltiest pleasure' Mail on Sunday. Agatha Christie Witness for the Prosecution. An overhead shot of London County Hall with the court in order, the accused faces the bench. The gallery is full of audience members.
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Matinee Sundays


Sunday Matinees

Wake up! It's Sunday, and it is time for you to enjoy your holiday with a West End show. While many productions do not perform on this day, London has a few well-known theatres that welcome anticipating audiences on this last day of the week. Whether it is a new drama or a classic musical, make your day amazing with a Sunday matinee. Take a trip to one of the top West End theatres and enjoy a spectacular performance. In the digital world, most people are content to sit on their couch all day long, watching TV. However, nothing beats the essence of live performances.

Sunday matinees are hugely popular in London. Since the city never rests, it is usually full of tourists and locals alike. A huge section of this crowd is made up of people who are going to theatres. Join them for an afternoon filled with fun and entertainment. The best way to spend the day is to follow it up with a sweet little tour of the city and a delectable dinner. There are plenty of popular restaurants across London. Whether you want one in the West End or you already have a favourite on your mind, you are in for a treat as many restaurants offer authentic, fresh food.

Book your tickets to a Sunday matinee for a wonderful theatre experience. Usually, the show timings are somewhere between three and four, but they may differ from theatre to theatre. Either way, add an afternoon show to your itinerary and enjoy your Sunday in the city!