London Theatre News

Opinion: Why 'Cats' is the show of the moment

The legendary Andrew Lloyd Webber musical is making a big comeback, with an exciting revival at Regent's Park Open Air following New York's Cats: The Jellicle Ball.

Everything you need to know about 'RENT' in the West End

Jonathan Larson's masterpiece receives a thoroughly contemporary 30th anniversary revival this autumn directed by Luke Sheppard and starring Gaten Matarazzo.

Everything you need to know about 'Hay Fever'

Noël Coward's classic comedy of bad manners returns to the West End this autumn starring Christine Baranski and Richard E. Grant.

Rehearsal images released for 'Thelma and Louise' at the Young Vic

New musical Thelma and Louise premieres at the Young Vic Theatre from 3 September.

First look at 'Cats' at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre

Drew McOnie directs and choreographs Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cats at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre prior to a UK tour.

Gillian Anderson and Billy Crudup to star in 'Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?' in the West End

Anderson and Crudup will star as couple Martha and George, who invite new professor Nick and his wife Honey to their home on an American college campus for some after-party drinks. As the young couple are drawn into Martha and George's toxic games, the night erupts into a brutal confrontation with reality.

Full cast revealed for James Graham's 'The Standard of Living'

James Graham, whose previous work include Dear England and Punch, is now focusing on the life of radical economist John Maynard Keynes, who became the driving force behind arts funding in Britain.

Best West End theatre to see in August

Escape the heat and see some amazing theatre by taking a trip to the West End this summer — find out the best shows to see in London in August 2026.

Opinion: Why has 'Heathers the Musical' built such a cult following?

With the show's London return to new venue the Arts at Marble Arch, learn more about what has inspired its devoted fanbase.

Opinion: How did 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' bewitch the West End?

As Harry Potter and the Cursed Child celebrates its 10th anniversary in the West End, Marianka Swain examines the show’s spellbinding power, global reach, and extraordinary legacy.