My Neighbour Totoro closing date was set today following the announcement of the shows final extension.
Performances at The Gillian Lynne Theatre are now booking until 10th January 2027. Producers also confirmed that this will be the production’s final extension in London.
The beautiful stage adaptation of the beloved Studio Ghibli Animated film opened back in March 2025. This was a west end transfer from its opening at the Barbican. The run at the Barbican was so popular in fact that it broke box office records ahead of its run which went on to be sold out!
My Neighbour Totoro recently announced their cast change which marks a year of performances at The Gillian Lynne. The current cast includes Victoria Chen as Mei, Helen Chong as Satsuki, Dai Tabuchi as Tatsuo, Jacqueline Tate as Granny and Ai Ninomiya as Kaze No Koe/Singer. You can read more about the cast changes by clicking here.
This heart warming play follows sisters Satsuki and Mei as they move to their curious new home in the countryside. Exploring their unfamiliar surroundings, they soon encounter a world of spirits, sprites and magical creatures. Maybe it was all a dream? Or perhaps they really are now friends with the giant, ancient protector of the forest named ‘Totoro’ and his friend the ‘Catbus’…
The ‘blockbuster awe-inspiring puppets’ (Time Out) is from Puppetry Director & Designer Basil Twist and Puppetry Associate Mervyn Millar (War Horse). My Neighbour Totoro is produced by the Royal Shakespeare Company and Executive Producer Joe Hisaishi in collaboration with Improbable and Nippon TV.
Beetlejuice West End rehearsal images were released today!
The show opens in less than two weeks for its West End debut at The Prince Edward Theatre. The show is running from 20th May 2026 until 17th April 2027.
London Theatre fans have eagerly awaited this show to cross over to the UK. Based on the 80s cult classic, directed by Tim Burton, the musical adaptation originally opened on Broadway in 2019. Following the pandemic, it returned in 2022 and toured extensively in the United States and played internationally in Tokyo, Seoul, Melbourne and Abu Dhabi. The story follows teenager Lydia, who encounters a pair of recently deceased homeowners and the ghost Beetlejuice after moving into a new house.
Leading the show is David Fynn playing the role of the tormenting spooky presence of Beetlejuice. WhatsOnStage Award nominee Tom Xander is his alternate.
Joining them is Hannah Nordberg as Lydia, with David Hunter as Adam Maitland and Chelsea Halfpenny as Barbara Maitland. Also, Aimie Atkinson plays Delia Schlimmer and Alasdair Harvey plays Charles Deetz.
Chasity Crisp is making her West End debut as Maxine Dean / Juno, with Otho played by Richard Frame, and Maxie Deane by Irvine Iqbal. Rachel Macdougall is playing Girl Scout and Miss Argentina is played by Vanessa Aurora Sierra.
Completing the company are Jemma Alexander, Samuel Bangs, Natasha Cayabyab, Chris Draper, Harley Emmitt, Catherine McCormick, Robbie McMillan, Kieran Mellish, Elliott Parry, Jacob Smith, Adam Taylor, Tyler Timmins and Issie Wilman.
Check out the rehearsal Images of the Beetlejuice West End cast in action here:
Want to book London Theatre and Show Tickets but don’t know where to start? Here’s our handy guide of everything you need to know. It can be overwhelming knowing where to look and what shows are hot at the moment.
How To get London Theatre and Show Tickets?
You can buy tickets online at lsbo.co.uk or visit us in person at Leicester Square Box Office. You can find us on 42 Cranbourn Street, Leicester Square, WC2H 0AR. We are also one of the few ticketing agencies who have an active telephone booking line. You can call us any day between 10am and 7pm where our helpful team can answer your questions about West End Shows and book you tickets via the phone. All of our tickets are now E-Tickets. This means you don’t even need to print the tickets you can just show the QR codes on your phone.
Each show takes place in it’s own venue. Most of the theatres are in the West End. This is the area is where most of the theatres are concentrated between the Strand and Oxford Street (South – North respectively) and Kingsway and Regents Street (East and West Respectively). That being said, there are some West End Productions such as Wicked and Hamilton which play outside of the traditional West End in Victoria. However, this is still a transportation hub and only a 25 minute walk from the heart of the West End. On our website, each show will clearly list where the show is on the booking page.
When are London Theatre Performances?
Performances take place every day of the week. Each show will have at least one day off, usually Sunday or Monday. Therefore they are also the most quiet days. Because of this, we’d suggest Tuesdays – Thursday if you can be flexible in planning your trip to the theatre. Generally, all shows will be playing on these day and it also tends to have the most discounts available. No one wants to play to an empty house!
Where can I get Cheap London Theatre and Show Tickets?
For the best discounted tickets head to our in person, Leicester Square Box Office on the previously mentioned Cranbourn Street. We also have some of our discounted shows on lsbo.co.uk, but for the full range it’s always best to visit us or call 0207 087 2999.
How do I know where is legit to buy London Theatre and Show Tickets?
Leicester Square Box Office is a legitimate ticket seller, in fact, we are one of the proud founding members of S.T.A.R (Society of Ticket Agents and Retailers). S.T.A.R provide a code of conduct for all official ticketing vendors, ensuring we provide clear information and have polite staff, some features which we are highly praised for on our Feefo reviews. S.T.A.R sets high standards in the ticketing industry and we always stive to meet and exceed them. They also provide an approved dispute resolution service You can also see that we display the S.T.A.R logo proudly in our Box Office so you know that when you book with us, you can book with trust.
What shows are on in London?
Currently there are more than 50 shows playing in the West End you can see the full list of shows we cover on our website or by picking up our handy theatre guides next time you’re in Leicester Square. You can also search by day on our website by following this link.
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The hit play by Ava Pickett has just started performances at the Ambassador’s theatre in the West End. The play is scheduled to play from 2nd of May to 1st August and here’s a first look at the 1536 production images.
The West End run of 1536 has started and if you were curious about this production we hope these photos by Helen Murray convince you to go! The play is directed by Lyndsey Turner and is set during Tudor England. We follow three women in Essex whose lives are disrupted by the rumours from Henry VII’s court. Specificallty regarding the fall of the queen Anne Boleyn.
The play had it’s premiere at the Almeida Theatre last year and was a true hot ticket after selling out it’s entire run. The show was also received very positively. And was subsequently nominated for Best New Play and Best Director at the Olivier Awards. The play stars Siena Kelly, Tanya Reynolds and Liv Hill who are all reprising their roles from the Almeida. They play Anna, Mariella and Jane respectively. Oliver Johnstone plays Richard and George Kemp plays William. The company is completed by Harry Bradley (Richard, William understudy). Saroja-Lily Ratnavel (Jane and Mariella understudy) and Sydney Spencil (Anna understudy).
Following its tour, the show will be opening at the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre from 12th October 2026 until 3rd January 2027.
Not only did the production announce this exciting news but they also announced exciting cast…
Harry Judd is joining the cast as Coach Bolton in London. Harry Judd is a band member of McFly for which he is best known. He is taking over the role from Jason Donovan, who appears in the Salford leg of the tour. Alongside him, the previously announced KayCee Stroh play Ms Darbus. This is a great Easter Egg for High School Musical fans as Stroh was in the original film as Martha Cox.
Also transferring to High School Musical London is Tobias Turley as Troy and Leonor Correia as Gabriella. Additionally Caitlin Tipping is transferring as Gabriella and Luke Bayer as Ryan. Further casting is to be announced.
Regarding this news, Harry Judd said the following:
“I’m absolutely thrilled to be joining this incredible new production of High School Musical. It’s such an iconic film that meant so much to me growing up and now getting to share that same excitement with my own family – makes this even more special. As a dad, it’s been amazing to revisit this story through my children’s eyes and see just how timeless it really is—the music, the energy, the message about believing in yourself – it all still resonates so strongly across generations.
“Stepping into the role of Coach Bolton and leading such a first-class cast in London at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre is something I’m incredibly proud of. I can’t wait to ‘Get My Head in the Game’ and bring this story to life on stage – sharing all the energy, heart and nostalgia of High School Musical with fans old and new.”
It’s your last chance to get tickets for some of these awesome shows in London. From star studded limited runs to award winning revivals, we are saying goodbye to some real gems over the coming months.
Starlight Express is departing the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre on 3rd May! Which means this truly is the last chance you get get tickets for this iconic revival. After 7 years at the specifically designed space, these train must leave the station. Seen around the world by over 30 million people, Starlight Express is an electrifying experience for all ages. It follows the story of a children’s train set which magically comes to life. They race to become the fastest in the world! The electric cast of 40 whizz about the audience on roller skates performing some of musical theatres most iconic songs from this show.
With many of the tickets for the final performances sold out its truly is your last chance to watch this awesome show. Following its closure, I’m Every Woman – The Chaka Khan Musical moves in starring Alexandra Burke!
Keep checking our discount ticket page for last minute tickets as they are released. The shows final performance is 3rd May.
Acclaimed star of Wicked, Harriet, Genius: Aretha, and The Colour Purple, Cynthia Erivo transforms into all 23 roles in Tony Award® nominated adaptor and director Kip Williams’ intoxicating, blood-pumping reimagining of the immortal gothic horror: Dracula. This one woman multimedia production is currently playing at The Noel Coward Theatre.
This show is also closing in May. The final performance is 30th May.
This beautiful play is another show which has a celebrity leading the show. Actor Hugh Bonneville plays C.S Lewis in the play about his life. It focuses in his meeting American poet Joy Davidman whose unexpected love transforms the orderly academic life of the celebrated author of The Chronicles of Narnia. What begins as a meeting of minds becomes an uplifting and powerful journey of love and the fragile beauty of life. This play is based on a true story and is playing at he Aldwych Theatre for a strictly limited run. The play is ending soon on 9th May.
This play stars not one, but two stars on stage. None other than Stranger Things Sadie Sink plays Juliet. Alongside her Noah Jupe from Hamnet and A Quiet Place plays Romeo. This classic Shakespeare tragedy at The Harold Pinter Theatre is extending due to popular demand. However, you still only have just over a month to nab tickets for it! The play ends on 20th June.
Yet again, an iconic actress takes the lead in this play which is closing soon. Rosamund Pike is known for Gone Girl, Saltburn and Die Another Day to name but a few. However her role in this play saw her win her first Olivier Award for Best Actress! Inter Alia follows a pioneering London Crown Court Judge. Her life is a constant juggling act between career, mother and wife. When her son is accused himself of a crime she is renowned for presiding over, her world is put into ethical and emotional turmoil.
It is hard to get a ticket for this incredible play so book now before it’s too late!
Starring Griff Rhys Jones, I’m Sorry Prime Minister is the long awaited final chapter of the British Political Satire series. Jim Hacker is back — older, but perhaps not wiser, and still utterly baffled by the real world. Hoping for a quiet retirement at the tranquil Hacker College, Oxford, Jim instead finds himself facing the ultimate modern crisis: cancelled by the college committee. Enter the delightfully devious Sir Humphrey Appleby (played by the acclaimed Clive Francis), who has lost none of his love for bureaucracy, Latin phrases, and well-timed obstruction.
The play is closing on 9th May so book your last chance tickets now before time runs out!
Into the Woods is the Olivier Award winning revival of Stephen Sondheim’s iconic, subversive musical. Based on traditional fairy tales, this musical sees various fairy tale characters paths intertwine. The all have a reason to journey into the darks woods. As the adventure unfolds and paths entwine, wishes are made, slippers are lost, beanstalks take flight and new friendships are forged – revealing that life beyond ‘Happily ever after’ can still be full of magic, even when there’s darkness.
This production is so popular it has announced a transfer from the Bridge Theatre to the Noel Coward Theatre in September later this year!
Your last chance to get tickets for the award winning revival is on 30th May 2026.
The latest Hamilton Cast Update was issued today! This cast is joining Leslie Odom Jr in his limited run in the role of Aaron Burr in the musical. In fact, Odom Jr originated the role on Broadway so this is a very exciting moment for London Theatre fans! His engagement is set for 3rd July until 5th September.
Joining the company is Stephenson Ardern-Sodje as Alexander Hamilton with Georgina Onuorah returning as Angelica Schuyler. Akmed Junior Khemalai plays George Washington with Ashley J Daniels as Marquis De Lafayette/Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Bellinfantie as Hercules Mulligan/James Madison. Lastly Shak Mancel James is joining as John Laurens/Philip Hamilton.
Continuing in the show is Yeukayi Ushe as Aaron Burr. Ushe will play this role on select dates in July Odom Jr. is scheduled off for. He will continue this role following Odom Jr’s limited engagement period. Also staying on is Bente Mulan as Eliza Hamilton, Jasmine Jia Yung Shen as Peggy Schuyler/Maria Reynolds and Daniel Boys as King George III.
New faces joining the Hamilton Cast in the ensemble are John Browning, Milan Cacacie and Yesy Garcia. Also, Riccardo Haerri, Jared Irving, Michael Lin and Avigalle Mendoza. Finally, Fallon Mondlane, Liam Morris and Phoebe Samuel-Gray complete the new additions
Yuki Abe, Turrell Barrett-Wallace and Joshua Clemetson are continuing in the company. Also, Roxanne Couch, Manaia Glassey-Ohlson, Jack Harrison-Cooper, Olivia Kate Holding, Sergi Ibanez, Nicolais-Andre Kerry are staying on. Completing the cast members remaining in the show are Lily Laight, Tamara Morgan, Tim Nutt, Joshian Angelo Omaña, Aharon Rayner and Daisy Ward .
Images of Catherine Tate in Oh, Mary rehearsals are here! Catherine Tate is taking on the lead role of Mary Todd Lincoln in the recent Olivier Award Winning play.
Tate is a British comedy icon and a renowned actress. She is known for her own comedy sketch show in which the iconic Nan was born as well as a Doctor Who Assistant. She also appeared at the London Palladiums pantomime and has worked for both the National Theatre and The RSC.
Catherine Tate takes over performances on 27th April. She is taking over from Mason Alexander Park who’s final performance is 25th April. Oh, Mary is about Mary Todd Lincoln. This historically incorrect comedy follows her life. Mary longs for the cabaret stage and is constantly at odds for her closeted, infuriating husband who happens to be the president. The play already had two Tony awards under its belt. They just won an Olivier Award for best new comedy or entertainment show.
Tate joins the cast alongside Scott Karim, who plays Mary’s Husband. The West End premiere cast also currently features Dino Fetscher as Mary’s Teacher, Kate O’Donnell as Mary’s Chaperone, and Oliver Stockley as Mary’s Husband’s Assistant.
Check out these images of Catherine Tate and the rest of the cast below:
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How to get tickets for Catherine Tate in Oh, Mary?
Oh, Mary is booking until 18th July 2026 at The Trafalgar Theatre. Catherine Tate begins performances from 27th April 2026. Mason Alexander Parks final performance is 25th April 2026.
Here are the best UK Theatre and Performance Venues. There’s no surprise that most of them are in London’s Glittering West End. Each of these venues have something that makes them unique whether its, age location or design, it’s well worth booking a show at one of these venues.
What are the Best UK Theatre and Performance Venues?
Theatre Royal Drury Lane is one of the most beautiful but also the oldest in London! Being a royal theatre there’s no surprise is so opulent. There has been a theatre on this site since 1663. It was built during the Restoration period under the commission of King Charles II. However, the building as you see it today is from a reconstruction from 1812. Although restoration work took place in 2013, most of the features are as they would have been when they reopened their doors more than 200 years ago. It’s worth getting to this venue for when the doors open as it is almost like visiting an art gallery as well as a theatre. I got lost during the interval of Hercules as a was so entranced by the beautiful bars, chandeliers sculptures and paintings.
This theatre is the only venue not in London. Cornwall is one of the most beautiful parts of the country anyway. Carve a theatre into the rocks overlooking the sea? Well then, you will believe you are in a fairy tale. This outdoor venue has hosted famous faces across the years as well as local amateur dramatic performances. Although the venue looks as though it has been there since ancient times, it is in fact less than 100 years old. It was built but Rowena Cade who moved to Cornwall following the first world war. She hand built the theatre in the cliffside along with her gardener. In 1929, she produced her first production in the valley, before the venue bloomed and dressing rooms we added in the 50s.
Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre is a dynamic 1200 seat venue situated right in the heart of London’s internationally renowned financial district. This state-of-the-art venue is sleek and modern with 3 floors. It has a dynamic in the round arena which developed with blockbuster entertainment in mind. It certainly feels like a modern arena with high ceilings, comfortable seating with cup holders (!) not to mention… the seating banks move! This cool feature transforms the space for the in the round arena to a traverse setting.
Back in the West End, The Kit Kat Club has made our list of Best UK Theatre and Performance Venues. Historically knowns as the Playhouse Theatre, this venue has transformed since Cabaret opened there in 2021. The structure of the venue in from the early 1900s. However, the artists have moved in and transformed the space. At every performance, nine professional dancers & musicians perform ‘The Prologue’ throughout the building and bar areas whilst audience members arrive and explore the nooks and cranny’s of the Club.
Similarly to the above, the Piccadilly Theatre makes it on to this list due to the production currently playing. The auditorium has been transformed to the Moulin Rouge in Paris. The splendour and iconic Elephant and Windmill featured in the iconic Baz Luhrmann film has made its way into the theatre. That being said the venue itself is not to be sniffed at. It has stood there since 1928 showing the first ever talkie film to surviving the blitz after taking a bad hit!
Although a theatre has been on this site since the late 1800s, the theatre you will find on this sit today is much more modern, from the 1970s in fact. It truly has a sense of modernity with its spacious open bars and glass walls. The Auditorium itself is so well designed. As it is a newer venue it is designed with the viewer in mind with well tiered and wide seating. Lastly, it is worth a mention as it made history in 2011 when it assumed its current name, The Gillian Lynne. Named after the legendary choreographer, it is the first and only venue in the West End to be named after a woman.
The second open air theatre on our list is a famous award winning seasonal production house. The first production took place in 1932 with a make shift theatre in the park. Following that, the venue picked up traction and was one of only two theatres which remained open throughout the Second World War. The 50s saw the instalment of permanent dressing rooms with the 70’s introducing a fixed amphitheatre style auditorium which stands today.
The venue is gearing up for another exciting summer season with the highly popular Cats featuring as part of the 2026 summer season.
Shakespeare’s Globe
The last venue on our list of Best UK theatre and performance venues has to be of course, the iconic Globe. In 1949 actor Sam Wanamaker visited London with a mission to find the site of the original Globe, and was surprised to find only a small plaque commemorating the site. In the 1970s he set out to build a reconstruction of Shakespeare’s original Globe on the site. He founded the Shakespeare Globe Trust in 1971 with a mission to recreate the 1599 amphitheatre as accurately as he possibly could. Despite many obstacles, Sam persevered with his ambition for two decades. Sadly, he did not live to see the theatre’s completion and it opened to the public in 1997.
Performances of Shakespeare productions take place as they would have all those years ago. The cheapest seats at the standing tickets in the pit as the roof is open to the elements.
The full list of Olivier Award Winners 2026 are here! The fabulous night took place on Sunday 12th April 2026 at The Royal Albert Hall.
Many of London’s biggest shows performed iconic numbers. In fact, The Phantom Of The Opera kicked off the event. Other notable performances include Rachel Zegler performing Don’t Cry For Me Argentina and a finale from Wicked who are celebrating 20 years in the West End this year. Similarly, Phantom of the Opera are celebrating their 40th Anniversary!
Who were the biggest Olivier Award Winners for 2026?
Paddington the Musical took home the most awards this year. They took home 7 Awards this year including the highly coveted best new musical and multiple performer categories.
Here is the full list of The Olivier Award Winners 2026:
Chris Fenwick (musical supervision and arrangements) and Sean Hayes (Live Piano Performance of Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue) for Good Night, Oscar at Barbican Theatre
Best Family Show
The Boy At The Back Of The Class, adapted by Nick Ahad at Rose Theatre
Best New Production in Affiliate Theatre
The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams at The Yard Theatre
Best New Dance Production
Into The Hairy by Sharon Eyal for S-E-D at Sadler’s Wells
Best New Opera Production supported by TAIT
Dead Man Walking by English National Opera at London Coliseum
