Get hooked on London theatre with tickets to West End shows
For those who didn’t grow up with theatre in their blood, jumping into the world of West End spectaculars can often feel intimidating. With so many world-renowned productions clamoring for attention, eager to sell out every show, choosing your entry point to the London stage must be done carefully.
When it comes to lifelong habits, becoming addicted to supporting the arts and enjoying top-notch theatre is definitely one of your safest bets. With that in mind, if you want to take the plunge and get hooked, here are some of the top West End shows to get you there.
The Lion King
There are few stories as powerful and culturally significant as The Lion King. So taking in this show at the Lyceum Theatre should be near the top of your to-do list. This bold and beautiful production has been thrilling audiences in London and around the world. Whether you’ve been singing along to “Hakuna Matata” since childhood, or simply want to revel in a wild visual feast on the West End, don’t miss this stunning production.
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The Phantom of the Opera
When it comes to staying power, The Phantom of the Opera is one of the heaviest-hitting shows there is. As the longest-running Broadway musical and second longest-running musical in West End history, this masterpiece is certain to whet your musical theater appetite. Packed with classic songs and tragic emotions, Andrew Lloyd Weber’s famous musical has the ability to turn anyone into a lifelong theatre junkie!
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Mamma Mia!
Based on the songs of the legendary Swedish pop group ABBA, Mamma Mia! is a dazzling tour-de-force that will have you dancing in your seats. This musical is set in a Grecian paradise, where old flames, zany characters, and chart-topping tunes make for a swirling, high-energy, and endlessly fun show.
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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
J.K. Rowling released a book that would go on to define a generation, and inspire new readers across the globe. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child follows boldly in the footsteps of Rowling’s seven books, inviting longtime fans back into a newly envisioned world of witchcraft and wizardry.
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Matilda
If you’re seeking magic, mayhem, and a healthy dose of mischief during your first dive into London theatre, few shows will amuse and inspire quite like Matilda. Based on Roald Dahl’s treasured book, Matilda is a quirky, heartfelt, and visually stunning production that has cast a spell on the West End.
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Wicked
For more than 15 years, Wicked has been wowing audiences around the world, and there is simply no better way to experience the wonders of a West End stage. If you find yourself asking, “What is this feeling?” don’t worry… that’s what everyone asks after their first trip to Oz.
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The Book of Mormon
Maybe you’ve never jumped headfirst into theatre because it seems too stuffy or old-fashioned. Well, The Book of Mormon has been irreverently spreading its message of love and laughter for the better part of a decade, and once you see this gut-busting spectacle, you may never look at theatre the same way again!
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The Mousetrap
If you’re not going to take in a musical on the West End, catching a production of the longest-running show in the world should top your list. The Mousetrap has been playing continuously in the West End for nearly 70 years, and the current run at St. Martin’s Theatre is one of the best iterations of Agatha Christie’s masterful whodoneit. You won’t be able to pull yourself back from the edge of your seat during this perennial London favorite!
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