Have Youdunnit? Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap St. Martin's Theatre
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: Tom Hollander Patriots, a new play by Peter Morgan, directed by Rupert Goold. Noel Coward Theatre, a Delfont Mackintosh Theatre. Image: three men, one big looking out into the distance the other 2 small, one wearing a suit and one wearing a jacket. It is a pencil like drawing and they are in red, the text is in white.
Text 'Izzard is delivering the performance of the year' hollwoodsoapbox.com. Eddie Izzard performs Charles Dickens' Great Expectations. Image: Eddie Izzard stood on a set of stairs holding the railing, Izzard is looking at the camera and is wearing a suit, the stairs are timely looking.
Text: Lily Allen, Steve Pemberton, The Pillowman, By Martin McDonagh, Directed by Matthew Dunster, Duke of York's Theatre, 10 June - 2 September 2023. Image: A chilling cartoon smile with a tear coming out of it's eye.
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.
Text: London's bleaking hilarious new comedy. Bleak Expectations based on the award-winning BBC Comedy by Mark Evans. Criterion Theatre. Image: A smart gentlemen wearing a suit and cravat, sporting a handlebar moustache, holding a cup of tea which is spilling out of the cup.
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.
Text: Shakespeare's Globe, A Midsummer Night's Dream. Image: A woman (mother nature) with leaves on her hair and flowers, and a grey face, smiling at the camera, with a cloudy sky in the background.
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London Plays - Play Tickets

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The Mousetrap

Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap is a West End staple. Do you know whodunnit?

From £30

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The Play That Goes Wrong

Anything that can go wrong will, it's all laughter Galore with The Play That Goes Wrong!

From £24

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Patriots

The political drama Patriots comes to the Noel Coward Theatre, exploring Berezovsky's life

From £20
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Great Expectations

Book tickets for Great Expectations starring Eddie Izzard (and Eddie Izzard, and Eddie Izzard) at London's Garrick Theatre today!

From £30

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The Pillowman

Opens 12 June 2023

The Pillowman starring Lily Allen and Steve Pemberton heads to the Duke of York's Theatre

From £24
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Witness for the Prosecution

Agatha Christie's bone-chilling drama is presented in a perfect courtroom setting.

From £15

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Bleak Expectations

Dickens’ tropes are exaggerated to a hilarious and absurd level in Bleak Expectations!

From £17

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The Smartest Giant in Town

Get ready for a giant-sized adventure with this adaptation of The Smartest Giant in Town!

From £12

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A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Join the revellers this summer in Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream at The Globe!

From £12

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Hamnet

Opens 30 September 2023

Bear witness to the greatest untold tragedy of William Shakespeare, the death of his son.

From £30

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The Smeds and The Smoos

The Smeds and The Smoos Tickets

From £12

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Accidental Death of an Anarchist

When a young anarchist dies in police custody, the Maniac rains hell on the police force!

From £18

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The Crucible

Opens 07 June 2023

In this fable of power and dread, there's a witch hunt beginning - and no one is safe.

From £24

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My Neighbour Totoro

Enter a world of magic and wonder with My Neighbour Totoro - a perfect enchanted adventure

From £39

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Rose

Maureen Lipman comes to the West End's Ambassadors Theatre in Rose for an extremely limited run.

From £18

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The Comedy of Errors

The Comedy of Errors at The Globe Theatre is a chaotic tale of misplaced identities!

From £12

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Brokeback Mountain

Discover an unforgettable story of love, passion and sacrifice in Brokeback Mountain.

From £36

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Peter Pan Goes Wrong

Peter Pan Goes Wrong returns to London's West End for a limited time only, book now.

From £18

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Macbeth

An insatiable lust for power brings a nation to its knees in Macbeth at The Globe Theatre.

From £12

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A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story

Experience a spine-tingling Christmas with Mark Gatiss' A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story!

From £19

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The Shape of Things

Love takes on a whole new shape in this intense, provocative and gripping production!

From £26

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Horrible Histories – Terrible Tudors

History with the nasty bits left in at the Garrick Theatre!

From £23

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School Girls; or, The African Mean Girls Play

Opens 09 June 2023

School Girls; or, The African Mean Girls is bringing its own Burn Book to the West End!

From £17.25
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A Little Life (Savoy Theatre)

Opens 03 July 2023

A Little Life follows the journey of four friends with one traumatic secret among them.

From £210

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A Little Life (Harold Pinter Theatre)

Witness this brilliant story of navigating trauma based on Hanya Yanagihara's novel!

From £150

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Austentatious

Austentatious, an entirely improvised Jane Austen period parody play. You choose the name.

From £21

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The Crown Jewels

Opens 07 July 2023

Forget the Tower of London, The Crown Jewels in the Garrick Theatre is the one to see!

From £24

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Pygmalion

Opens 12 September 2023

Pygmalion is a timeless tale of transformation, identity and the power of language!

From £27

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Es and Flo

Opens 05 June 2023

A timeless love story of two women who fought for each other's love through the decades

From £18

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The Tiger Who Came to Tea

The Tiger Who Came to Tea in the West End this Summer!

From £12

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I Believe In Unicorns

Opens 27 July 2023

Surround yourself with the magic of storytelling in this enchanting adaptation.

From £15

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As You Like It

Opens 18 August 2023

Celebrate transformation, love and community this summer with Shakespeare's As You Like It

From £12

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The Ocean at the End of the Lane

Neil Gaiman's award-winning novel comes to life on the West End stage!

From £20
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Disruption

Opens 07 July 2023

Andrew Stein’s gripping thriller delves into the dark side of our tech-obsessed society.

From £18

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Re-member Me

Re-member Me explores the many faces of Hamlet - one of history’s most iconic characters

From £21
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Shirley Valentine

The iconic Sheridan Smith stars as the loveable Liverpudlian lass in Shirley Valentine!

Price TBC
FINAL RELEASE!

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Derren Brown presents Unbelievable

Opens 19 September 2023

Derren Brown presents Unbelievable - a spellbinding night of masterful magic!

From £24

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Biscuits for Breakfast

An unlikely match joins forces to overcome their struggles in Biscuits for Breakfast.

From £20

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Mlima's Tale

Opens 14 September 2023

Mlima's death is just the beginning in this devastating tale of corruption.

From £18
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Song From Far Away

Opens 28 June 2023

Will Young stars in Song From Far Away - a tale of family, loss and redemption.

From £18

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Laurel and Chaplin - The Feud

Opens 24 July 2023

Sorry seems to be the hardest word to say, especially if you're a silent movie star.

From £30

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Doctor Dolittle

Opens 18 August 2023

Enter the enchanting world of Dr Dolittle, with Tethered Wits at The Actors' Church

From £14
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Quiz

Based on a jaw-dropping scandal, James Graham's Quiz is the world's greatest quiz show!

From £28

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The Garden of Words

Opens 10 August 2023

One rainy day in a Japanese garden, two people cross paths and find comfort in each other.

From £18

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Penn & Teller

Opens 13 June 2023

Iconic duo Penn & Teller play the Eventim Apollo in London for a magical 45th Anniversary.

Price TBC
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As You Like It - St Paul's Church, Covent Garden

Escape to the forest of Arden in this classic chaotic comedy with The Three Inch Fools!

Price TBC
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August In England

August in England, a play inspired by the Windrush scandal, playing at the Bush Theatre.

Price TBC
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The Year of Magical Thinking

Grief is a place none of us know until we reach it, this is Joan's devastating journey.

From £24

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The Interview

Opens 27 October 2023

The Interview explores one of history's most controversial interviews - Princess Diana's.

From £18

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Shooting Hedda Gabler

Opens 29 September 2023

Reality and fiction clash in this heartfelt adaptation of Henrik Ibsen‘s masterpiece.

From £18
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A Sherlock Carol

Two classics, one marvellous mystery. A Sherlock Carol returns to the Marylebone Theatre!

From £17

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West End Plays

Can't wait to get back to the theatre? Need a little drama in your life? Discover current and upcoming West End plays, browse our special offers, and book tickets for a night to remember.

Dramatic London

Plays are a piece of written literature popularly performed in a theatre setting. Although plays are available in written format, what better way to enjoy them than seeing the characters and story brought to life on stage? From magnificent West End plays to small productions in community and regional theatre, schools, and universities, many consider plays of high importance in art, literature, and entertainment. London is home to a multitude of theatres that put on the best possible productions - comedy, tragedy, and everything in between.

West End plays are a fantastic platform to showcase the talent of award-winning directors, producers, and creatives. You can also witness some of the world's leading actors perform live on stage. Whether you're looking for contemporary theatre or want to see a retelling of the Bard's classics, you can't go wrong with London theatre tickets during your stay in the capital.

Different Kinds of Plays

Suppose you've been lucky enough to see any West End plays. In that case, you already know how interesting and compelling they can be and how different people understand them in different ways. There are many types of play to enjoy in the heart of London. Which will you see?

Tragedy – A play with a tragic ending. Do not expect celebrations at the end; it won't be pretty!
Comedy – The complete opposite to tragedy, you'll laugh your socks off. Comedy is one of the most common types of play.
Melodrama – A melodrama is full of strong emotions. You will see the struggle of the hero or heroine and their quest to overcome adversity. Don't worry, though; it usually ends on a happy note!
Tragicomedy – When you can't choose between a tragedy and a comedy, why not experience both in one performance?
Domestic drama – Want to connect immediately? Witness stories of everyday life told brilliantly onstage in a domestic drama.
Symbolic – Although actors perform, this type of play puts all the focus on the idea it wants to share.