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Best West End shows for couples

Enjoy a romantic night out with one of the West End's most dazzling shows.

Julia Rank
Written byJulia Rank

Whether it’s an early date in your relationship, you’re looking to celebrate a milestone or simply enjoy an evening of escapism, a trip to the theatre is the perfect way to relax and connect. There’s something to suit all couples, from romantic tragedies to classic musical comedies, or an upbeat jukebox musical.

Read our guide to West End shows that would be perfect for a date night. Each one takes place in a beautiful venue, which will elevate the romantic mood even further!

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Summary

  • Enjoy a romantic evening out with dinner and a show
  • There are numerous musicals and comedies that are ideal for such an occasion in the West End
  • Beautiful theatre buildings further boost the ambiance

The Lion King

The Producers

Titanique

Mamma Mia!

Oh, Mary!

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Hadestown

The Phantom of the Opera

The Phantom of the Opera

Musical
Romance
Iconic

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s classic musical romance has been enchanting audiences for almost 40 years and the love triangle between the Phantom, up-and-coming soprano Christine, and Raoul is filled with yearning and gothic romance. The show features a ravishing production design (including that iconic chandelier!) and many of Lloyd Webber’s most sumptuous songs, including “Music of the Night”, “All I Ask of You”, and “Masquerade”. Savour each sensation with your very own angel of music.

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Hadestown

Musical
Romance
Award winner

Hadestown is based on one of the most ancient love stories of all – the one between idealistic musician Orpheus and his lost love Eurydice. In parallel, there’s the more mature couple Hades and Persephone, who have marital troubles. Set in a post-apocalyptic landscape, the show features a rapturous jazz-folk score by Anais Mitchell. Greek mythology isn’t renowned for its happy endings, so bring tissues and hold your true love close!

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Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Musical
Romance
Pop music

The stage adaptation of the Baz Luhrmann movie musical extravaganza will transport you and your date to Paris during the Belle Epoque, where anything goes at the extravagant Moulin Rouge. Young poet Christian falls for courtesan Satine but their romance is threatened by the entitled patron of the club and by her illness… the scintillating pop score includes hits from Elton John, Madonna, Queen, and many more. Share your Freedom, Beauty, Truth, and Love on an exceptionally romantic date night.

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Oh, Mary!

Comedy
Award winner
LGBTQ+

Abraham Lincoln and his wife Mary had a famously stormy relationship and Cole Escola’s surreal comedy shows them to be at each other’s throats as the United States navigates the end of the Civil War. Mary wants to resume her career as a showgirl and Abraham has his mind on other matters. Mason Alexander Park (Cabaret) and Giles Terera (Hamilton) star as Mary and Abraham in the West End premiere. They’re sure to provide plenty of laughs as well as a textbook guide in how not to conduct a relationship!

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09:00

The Breakfast Club

Head to one of The Breakfast Club’s central London branches for a slap-up English cafe classic.

10:30

Buckingham Palace

Is there anything more British than the changing of the guards? Arrive early for a good spot to watch this historic event, which takes place every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday at 10.45am.

Mamma Mia!

Musical
Comedy
ABBA

Love is all around in the West End’s best-loved feel-good show! Bride-to-be Sophie is excited to be marrying Sky, yet she feels incomplete. She longs for her father to give her away, but she’s never met him – and she discovers there are three possible candidates! Her feisty mum Donna is shocked to come face to face with her past lovers – will romance flourish again? The irrepressible ABBA score includes the romantic numbers “Honey, Honey”, “Lay All Your Love on Me”, and “I Have a Dream”.

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Titanique

Musical
Comedy
LGBTQ+

James Cameron’s 1997 Titanic is one of the most epic and romantic films of all time. The love story between socialite Rose and penniless artist Jack is present in Titanique, though the story of the tragic ship of dreams is reimagined as a wild comedy narrated by Celine Dion and features all her greatest hits, including, of course, “My Heart Will Go On”. It’ll be sure to send you and your date overboard in each other’s arms with laughter!

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The Producers

Musical
Comedy
Popular

Hopefully your date has a sense of humour and won’t be outraged by a bit of bad taste! Mel Brooks’s hilarious musical comedy charts the budding business relationship and friendship between the bombastic Max Bialystock and the nervous accountant Leo Bloom – and there’s is also a sweet love story between Leo and the glamorous secretary-turned-showgirl Ulla. You can’t have a musical comedy without some romance and “That Face” is a lovely, wistful ballad.

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The Lion King

Musical
Disney
Iconic

Can you feel the love tonight? The budding romance between young lions Simba and Nala takes centre stage in the second act of the Disney favourite. The score by Elton John and Tim Rice is a delight for all ages, as is director Julie Taymor’s production with its outstandingly imaginative use of puppetry, masks, and stage make-up. Enjoy a calm surrender to the rush of day and escape to the fabulously vibrant Pride Lands with your date.

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