New Years Day Theatre Shows

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On December 30, 2025

New Years Day Theatre Shows in the West End are a plenty! What’s more, there is something for everyone that day! Whether you’re a hardcore party goer who wants to keep to vibes going or you want something more wholesome perhaps for little ones – We’re sure we’ve got the perfect show for you.

For the little ones:

These shows are all great pick to keep the family entertained before they head back to school! These New Years Day Theatre Shows are specifically designed for younger children and families and often have a lower price tag to make it more accessible for families.

The Gruffalo’s Child is playing on New Years Day 3 times! You can catch the show based on Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s beloved books at 10.30am, 1.30pm and 4.30pm. It is playing at the Lyric Theatre which also houses Hadestown. This show is designed for children aged 3+.

Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show also is performing multiple times on New Years Day. The shows are at 1pm and 3pm at The Theatre Royal Haymarket. This delightful family show even allows babes in arms to attend, in fact, children under 12 months, sitting on an adults lap do not require a ticket!

Maddie Moate’s Very Curious Christmas has been a joy this festive season at The Garrick Theatre. I have often walked past the venue post show to see many an excited family catch the Youtuber and Cebeebies Presenter at the stage door. This show also has 3 performances on New Years Day at 11am, 1.30pm and 3.30pm.

Lastly, we have The Nutcracker at the St. Martin’s Theatre (home of The Mousetrap, the longest running show in the West End). Not to be confused with the ballet, this production is an engaging retelling of the traditional tale. The performance is at 1.30pm on New Years Day.

For the ones who want to keep the party going:

These New Years Day Theatre Shows are all vibes! Just because the festive season is over, doesn’t mean the party has to end. Just bear in mind, aside from Mamma Mia, these shows are generally geared to a more grown up audience. They also have later start times so you can sleep off any over indulgence from the night before!

Magic Mike is exclusively an over 18 event. They are particularly strict on this as the venue is inside the iconic Hippodrome Casino. This dance show is based on the hit film starring Channing Tatum. This show is the ultimate girls night out and is performing at 7pm and 9.30pm on New Years Day.

Mamma Mia is a staple on the West End and truly brings the warmth to these dark winter nights. This musical is a celebration on ABBA set on a beautiful Greek Island and has audiences up and dancing along at the end of every performance. The show is playing at The Novello Theatre and is playing at 7.30pm on New Years Day.

The Choir of Man‘s New Years Day Performance could in fact, be the last opportunity you have to catch this show befoe it closes on 4th. The show is set in a pub and the venue has a working pub on the stage perfect for you to grab that pre show hair of the dog! The show is playing at 7.30pm at The Arts Theatre.

The Ones who aren’t ready to say goodbye to the festive season:

Stay in the Christmas Spirit by booking tickets to the most Christmassy Show in the West End. Elf the musical is based on the beloved film starring Will Ferrell which has become a christmas classic. The show is performing at 7pm on New Years Day at The Aldwych Theatre.

For those who want a classic:

These New Years Day Theatre Shows are simply classics. Whether you’re a seasoned theatre goer or are making a trip for the very first time, you can’t go wrong with one of these shows.

Running for 13 years, Matilda is based on the Roald Dahl book of the same name with an incredible score by Tim Minchin. This is a great choice for the whole family. The show is playing at the Cambridge Theatre at 2pm and 7pm on New Years Day.

Into The Woods is the revival of the classic Sondheim Musical at the gorgeous Bridge Theatre. The musical takes traditional Fairy Tales and takes us beyong happily ever after. Into The Woods plays on New Days Day at 7.30pm at The Bridge Theatre.

The Lion King is arguably one of the most famous shows on the West End. Based on the Disney film, the show has the classic score by Elton John from the movie. Beautiful puppetry brings the desert to life at The Lyceum Theatre. There is a performance of this show at 7.30pm on New Years Day.

The Mousetrap is the longest running show in the west end at a whopping 73 years! This play is a classic Agatha Christie Murder Mystery play and is the best kept theatre secret. Reckon you can find out who dunnit? Book your tickets for The Mousetrap showing at The St. Martin’s Theatre at 7.30pm on New Years Day.