For the first few performances of a West End show, the show is typically in previews. The preview period allows the show to be performed in front of an audience to help spread the word of a new production, as well as allow the actors and creatives to continue working on reaching the show’s finishing point.
Once the preview period finishes, West End shows typically invite reviewers for the official opening night. Shortly after, theatre critics publish their reviews, allowing the general public to find out more about the show and guide audiences into deciding what show to see.
We’ve collated our best-reviewed shows for all West End productions currently playing. Of course, all reviews are subjective, so one person’s point of view may differ from what you’re looking for in a show. However, when a show receives fairly unanimous critical praise, it’s likely to be a hit! Find the West End show for you with our best-reviewed shows in the capital.
Read our West End and Off-West End reviews on London Theatre.
Photo credit: Matilda The Musical. (Photo courtesy of production)