This week has been a big week for West End cast announcements. Take a look below!

Just For One Day announces full West End cast

As already announced the Just For One Day will star Craige Els (Matilda the Musical) who in fact originated the role of Bob Geldof at The Old Vic.

He will be joined by Kelly Agbowu as Marsha; Julie Atherton as Margaret Thatcher and Jason Battersby as David. Moreover, the cast will also include Tim Mahendran as Harvey Goldsmith; Rhianne-Louise McCaulsky as Amara and George Ure as Midge Ure. Plus many more.

Just For One Day opens at the Shaftesbury Theatre in May 2025, consequently taking over from the Theatre’s current show, Mrs Doubtfire.

Back to the Future casts new Marty McFly

Fan favourite Back to the Future is now a staple in the West End and is currently playing at the Adelphi Theatre.

It has just been announced that the London cast will welcome American actor Caden Brauch to the fold. He has also just finished the US tour of the show and will join the company as Marty McFly from 10 February 2025.

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Unicorn announces full West End casting

Mike Bartlett’s new play Unicorn is set to open at London’s Garrick Theatre early next month.

The main cast has already been announced. It includes Nicola Walker as Polly, Stephen Mangan as her husband Nick and Erin Doherty as Kate.

Their understudies have now also been announced and it includes Imogen Slaughter as Understudy Polly, Nicholas Cowell (Witness For the Prosecution) as Understudy Nick and Phoebe Marshall (Witness For the Prosecution) as Understudy Kate.

Unicorn will play at the Garrick Theatre from 4 February to 26 April 2025.

Wicked announces new West End cast

A brand new cast for the London production of Wicked has also been revealed. Joining the show from 25 March is Emma Kingston as Elphaba and Zizi Strallen as Glinda. Check the LSBO News page for the full cast list.

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The Score announces full West End cast

The Score transfers to the West End next month starring the legendary Brian Cox. He will star as Johann Sebastian Bach alongside his real life wife Nicole Ansari-Cox, who will play Bach’s wife, Anna.

The cast is completed by Peter De Jersey as Voltaire, Juliet Garricks as Emilia, and Stephen Hagan as Frederick. While Jamie Wilkes plays Carl, and Christopher Staines as Quantz. In addition it features Toby Webster as Benda, Matthew Romain as Graun and James Gladdon as Helstein, with Geoffrey Towers, Jordan Kilshaw and Rebecca Thornhill. Further cast are yet to be announced.

The Score opens at the Theatre Royal Haymarket from 20 February and will run until 26 April 2025.

My Neighbour Totoro announces full West End cast

The full casting has been announced for the upcoming West End transfer of My Neighbour Totoro.

The award-winning show opens at the Gillian Lynne Theatre in March after two successful seasons at the Barbican Theatre.

The cast of My Neighbour Totoro will include Victoria Chen as Mei, and additionally returning to their roles are Ami Okumura Jones as Mei’s older sister Satsuki, Dai Tabuchi as their father Tatsuo. Furthermore Jacqueline Tate will play Granny, and Ai Ninomiya (Les Misérables) as the Singer.

My Neighbour Totoro will run at the Gillian Lynne Theatre from 8 March to 2 November 2025.

Six announces new cast

A brand new cast of Queens have been announced for the West End sensation Six the Musical. Joining the show from 18 February 2025 is Jaz Robinson as Catherine of Aragon. While Thao Therese Nguyen continues in the role of Anne Boleyn, and Hana Stewart will take on the role of Jane Seymour. In addition, Dione Ward-Anderson will play Anna of Cleves again, with Caitlyn De Kuyper as Katherine Howard and Amelia Kinu Muus as Catherine Parr.

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The West End production of Wicked has announced a new cast who will join the show from March. Now playing at the Apollo Victoria Theatre, book your Wicked tickets now with LSBO.

Joining the show from 25 March 2025, is Emma Kingston (Heathers: The Musical) will star as Elphaba. She will star alongside West End icon Zizi Strallen (Mary Poppins) as Glinda. The role of Fiyero will be played by Carl Man (&Juliet). He is returning to the show after appearing in the UK tour and London production previously.

Wicked first opened in London in 2006 and is the 10th longest-running West End show in history. The show celebrated its 7000th performance in London on Friday 15 November 2024.

The Wicked cast also includes Sarah Ingram (Legally Blonde: The Musical) as Madame Morrible, and Michael Matus (Singin’ in the Rain) as The Wizard. Hannah Qureshi (Hamilton) then plays Nessarose, with David McKechnie (Standing at the Sky’s Edge) as Doctor Dillamond. Moreover, Ross Carpenter (The Book of Mormon) plays the role of Boq. Furthermore, the cast features Laura Emmitt (Frozen) as Alternate Elphaba, and Lydia Gerrard (The Phantom of the Opera) as Standby for Glinda.

The full company is completed by Iroy Abesamis, Zac Adlam, Steph Asamoah, Meg Astin, Rebecca Bowden, Shaun Chambers, Erin Gisele Chapman, Grace Durkin, Onyemachi Ejimofor, Aaron Elijah, Aimee Hodnett, Nat Ingham, Holly Lawrence, Jemima Loddy, Josh Lovell, Rory Maguire, PaddyJoe Martin, JoJo Meredith, Ayden Morgan, Rina Punwani, Abbie Quinnen, Jemma Revell, Jeanie Ryan, Charlotte Anne Steen, Chris Tarsey, Hannah Taylor, James Titchener and Jacob Young.

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SIX the Musical is a modern retelling of the lives of the six wives of Henry VIII. The British musical comedy is in the style of a pop concert. It features a book, music, and lyrics by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss. SIX will soon be celebrating six years in the West End.

The musical tells the story of his Six wives. The wives are Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Katherine Howard, and Catherine Parr. The West End production has just announced a new set of queens that will be joining the show from 18 February 2025.

Joining the cast is Jaz Robinson as Catherine of Aragon, Thao Therese Nguyen continues in the role of Anne Boleyn, and Hana Stewart will take on the role of Jane Seymour. Dione Ward-Anderson will play Anna of Cleves again, with Caitlyn De Kuyper as Katherine Howard and Amelia Kinu Muus as Catherine Parr.

In addition joining the company is Leonor Correia as Alternate Seymour/ Howard, Honey Joseph as Alternate Aragon/ Cleves, and Odelia Dizel-Cubuca as Alternate Boleyn/ Parr. Moreover the SuperSwings will be Shakira Simpson, Laura Baxter and Meg Dixon-Brasil.

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Furthermore it has also been announced that a filmed version of the West End show is coming to UK cinemas. It will hit the big screen on 6 April 2025. The film was captured at the Vaudeville Theatre with the original West End cast.

However the film version will star Jarnéia Richard-Noel as Catherine of Aragon, Millie O’Connell as Anne Boleyn, Natalie Paris as Jane Seymour, Aimie Atkinson as Katherine Howard, Alexia McIntosh as Anna of Cleves, and Maiya Quansah-Breed as Catherine Parr.

SIX first premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2017, where it was performed by students from Cambridge University. It then went on to premiere in the West End at the Arts Theatre in January 2019. Since then the show has embarked on a UK tour, transferred to Broadway and has been performed all over the world.

When developing the characters the writers based each of the queens on different pop stars. Catherine of Aragon is based on Beyonce and Jennifer Hudson. Anne Boleyn is modelled on Lily Allen and Avril Lavigne. Jane Seymour on Adele, Sia and Celine Dion combined. Additionally Anne of Cleves is based on Nicki Minaj and Rihanna. Katherine Howard is modelled on Ariana Grande and Britney Spears. Catherine Parr is based on Alicia Keys and Emeli Sande.

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The popular comedy musical Titanique is extending its run in the West End. The show was booking to 2 March 2025 but is now booking to the 8 June 2025.

The musical combines the Blockbuster film Titanic and the music of Céline Dion to create a hilarious musical extravaganza. It’s no surprise that the show has extended as it is receiving glowing reviews from critics and audiences alike.

The cast of Titanique includes Lauren Drew (Six the Musical) as Céline Dion, Roub Houchen (Les Miserables) as Jack and Kat Ronney (Hex) as Rose. Furthermore it features Darren Bennett (Grease) as Victor Garber/ Luigi, Jordan Luke Gage (&Juliet) as Cal and Stephen Guarino as Ruth. Moreover it stars Charlotte Wakefield (Spring Awakening) as Molly Brown and Layton Williams (Cabaret) as the Iceberg (yes you heard us right). Completing the cast is Freddie King, Adrianne Langley, Madison Swan, Rodney Vubya and Kristina Walz.

Written by Tye Blue, Marla Mindelle and Constantine Rousouli, Ti8tanique first premiered Off- Broadway in June 2022. The show then transferred to the Daryl Roth Theatre in the November of that year where it is still playing. Directed by Tye Blue (RuPaul’s Drag Race), the London production is co-produced by Eva Price and Michael Harrison.

Titaníque is playing at the Criterion Theatre until 8 June 2025. Book your Titanique tickets now online via the LSBO website or at our box office in Leicester Square.

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Clueless The Musical opens in the West End next month at London’s Trafalgar Theatre. The complete cast of the show has just been offically announced for when it opens on 15 February.

Firstly, as previously announced the new musical will star Emma Flynn (Beautiful) as Cher. The other lead is Keelan McAuley (Grease, Heathers The Musical) as Josh. Alongside them will be Chyna-Rose Frederick as Dionne, Romona Lewis-Malley as Tai, and Isaac J Lewis as Christian. Rabi Kondé as Murray, Blake Jordan as Travis and Max Mirza as Elton. In addition the cast also includes Ryan O’Donnell as Mel, Mr Hall & Driving Instructor, Emily Florence as Amber and Imelda Warren-Green as Miss G, Ms S, Lucy & Heather.

The cast is then completed by Sophie Elmes, Jacob Fisher, Aoife Kenny, Josh Latunji, James Lim, Ernest Stroud and Grace Eleanor Thomas. Additionally the swings are Dylan Gordon-Jones, Lucas Lluna, Lucy Rice and Rachel Seirian.

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The musical is based on the cult classic film from the 90s and features a book by the film’s original screenwriter Amy Heckerling. The original musical score is by singer-songwriter KT Tunstall also with lyrics by Glenn Slater (School of Rock, Tangled, Sister Act). Clueless is directed by Rachel Kavanaugh (The Great British Bake Off Musical) and has choreography

Clueless is a modern take on Jane Austen’s Emma. The story follows Cher Horowitz as she tries to play cupid at her high school in Beverley Hills.

Clueless The Musical will play at the Trafalgar Theatre from 15 February 2025, and is booking to 14 June 2025. Book your Clueless tickets now via the LSBO website or at our box office in Leicester Square.

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Jamie Lloyd’s new production of Much Ado About Nothing opens at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane next month. The full cast joining stars Hayley Atwell and Tom Hiddleston has just been announced.

As previously announced the new revival of the Shakespeare play will star Hiddleston as Benedick and Atwell as Beatrice. Directed by Jamie Lloyd and part of his Shakespeare season, the play opens on 10 February 2025.

Alongside the leading pair will be Mara Huf as Hero, Forbes Masson at Lenato, and Phillip Olagoke as Friar Francis. In addition the cast also includes Mason Alexander Park as Margaret, James Phoon as Claudio, and Tim Steed as Don John. All of whom are currently starring in The Tempest with Sigourney Weaver, which is currently playing at Drury Lane. The cast also features Mika Onyx Johnson as Borachio and Gerald Kyd as Don Pedro.

Much Ado About Nothing will run at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane from 10 Febraury to 5 April 2025. Keep an eye out for further announcements here with LSBO News.

Take a look at all the West End shows that are closing this month. Make sure to book your London theatre tickets with LSBO and catch them before it’s too late.

Oedipus (Closing 4 January)
Wyndham’s Theatre

Robert Icke’s new adaptation of Sophocles’ Oedipus opened at the Wyndham’s Theatre in autumn 2024. Starring Mark Strong and Lesley Manville the production has received glowing reviews.

The modern-day take on the Greek tragedy is set on election night with Oedipus as a politician poised for victory. The explosive political thriller is a must see before it closes this month.

Oedipus closes on 4 January 2025.

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Guys & Dolls (Closing 4 January)
Bridge Theatre

The hit musical comedy Guys & Dolls is coming to an end at the Bridge Theatre. Nicholas Hytner’s immersive take on the classic musical has been a huge hit in London for the past couple of years.

The tale of New York gamblers, gangsters and nightclub singers features an array of Broadway tunes. Songs like Sit Down You’re Rockin’ the Boat, Luck be a Lady and of course the title song.

Guys & Dolls is playing at the Bridge Theatre in London until 4 January 2025.

The Lehman Trilogy (Closing 5 January)
Gillian Lynne Theatre

The National Theatre and Neal Street productions’ multi-award winning drama returned to the West End in September last year. The award-winning play opened at London’s Gillian Lynne Theatre for a strcitly limited season.

Directed by Sam Mendes, written be Stefano Massini and adapted by Ben Power, the production was a huge hit when it first played in London. Told in three acts, the play uses three actors to play the Lehman brothers, their sons and their grandsons.

The Lehman Trilogy must end 5 January 2025.

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Barcelona (Closing 11 January)
Duke of York’s Theatre

Starring Emily in Paris star Lily Collins and Money Heist’s Álvaro Morte, Barcelona opened in the West End in October 2024. The brand new play has enjoyed a sell out 12-week season at the Duke of York’s Theatre.

The play follows a young American woman who whilst away on a hen weekend in Barcelona meets a handsome Spaniard. The romantic fantasy soon takes a turn in this funny, sex and surprising play.

Written by American screenwriter and playwright Bess Wohl, Barcelona is directed by Lynette Linton who previously directed Shifters at the same theatre.

Barcelona closes on 11 January 2025.

Why Am I So Single? (Closing 19 January)
Garrick Theatre

From the writers of the hit musical SIX, Why Am I So Single is a new comedy musical that opened in London earlier this year. Playing at the Garrick Theatre, the show has attracted a cult following since it opened.

Written Tony Award winners Lucy Moss and Toby Marlow, the musical follows two best friends who are writing a new musical and struggling with modern day dating.

Why Am I So Single must end on 19 January 2025.

Dr. Strangelove (Closing 25 January)
Noel Coward Theatre

Another West End show that is closing this month is the comedy play Dr. Strangelove. The show opened at the Noel Coward Theatre in October 2024.

Stanley Kubrick’s iconic film is brought to life on stage in London’s West End. Starring BAFTA Award winning actor Steve Coogan as Dr Strangelove himslef. This is the first ever adaptation of the legendary film-maker’s work.

This black comedy follows a rogue U.S. General who triggers a nuclear crisis. The production is co-adapted by acclaimed, BAFTA and Emmy Award winner Armando Iannucci and co-adapted and directed by Olivier Award winner Sean Foley.

Dr. Strangelove closes on 25 January 2025.

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There’s a lot of highly anticipated West End shows to look forward to in 2025 already. Take a look at the list below of every West End show that has already been announced for next year!

Kyoto (9 January – 3 May 2025)
@sohoplace

The political thriller comes to the West End in early 2025. The play recounts the tense negotiations of the 1997 Kyoto climate summit. Brought to the stage by the Royal Shakespeare Company and Good Chance, Kyoto is written by Joe Murphy and Joe Robertson

Kyoto opens @sohoplace on 9 January 2025 and will run until 3 May 2025.

Inside No.9/ Fright (16 January – 5 April)
Wyndham’s Theatre

From the minds of Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith, here comes a new a new comedy play. Loosely based on the BBC series. The stage show includes familiar characters but a brand-new story. 

Inside No. 9 Stage/ Fright will open at the Wyndham’s Theatre from 16 January 2025 for a strictly limited run.

The Years (24 January – 19 April 2025)
Harold Pinter Theatre

The play premiered at the Almeida Theatre in 2024 and is now coming to the West End from January 2025. Based on Nobel Prize winner Annie Ernaux’s fearless masterpiece, five actors create an unapologetic portrait of a woman shaped by her rapidly-changing world.

The Years is coming to the West End for a strictly limited 12 week run from 24 January to 19 April 2025.

Elektra (24 January – 12 April 2025)
Duke of York’s Theatre

Starring Oscar winner Brie Larson, Elektra opens in the West End next month. The production is directed by Daniel Fish, who previously directed the award-winning production of Oklahoma!

This new translation of the Greek tradgedy is by Anne Carson explores themes of grief, survival, and vengeance. Elektra will run at the Duke fo York’s Theatre from 24 January to 12 April 2025.

A Streetcar Named Desire (3-22 February)
Noel Coward Theatre

The Almeida’s production of the Tennessee Williams classic is coming to the West End next year before transferring to New York. Starring Patsy Ferran, Paul Mescal and Anjana Vasan and directed by Rebecca Frecknall.

A Streetcar Named Desire opens at the Noël Coward Theatre in February 2025. The play will run from 3-22 February.

Unicorn (4 February – 26 April 2025)
Garrick Theatre

The brand new drama by stage and TV writer Mike Bartlett is coming to the West End next year. Unicorn is a funny, and provocative play that delves into the tangled web of modern relationships.

Directed by James Macdonald (Waiting For Godot), Unicorn is running at the Garrick Theatre from 4 February to 26 April 2025.

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Much Ado About Nothing (10 February – 5 April 2025)
Theatre Royal Drury Lane

As part of Jamie Lloyd’s Shakespeare season at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, Much Ado About Nothing opens in Febraury 2025. The production will star Tom Hiddleston as Benedick and Henry Atwell as Beatrice.

Much Ado About Nothing opens at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane from 10 February and will run until 5 April 2025.

Clueless A New Musical (15 February – 14 June 2025)
Trafalgar Theatre

A new musical based on the 1995 film, is coming to London in 2025. Featuring new songs by KT Tunstall and lyrics by Glenn Slater, the show is a modern take on Jane Austen’s Emma. The story follows Cher Horowitz as she tries to play cupid at her high school in Beverley Hills.

Clueless A New Musical opens at the Trafalgar Theatre from 15 February 2025.

The Score (20 February – 26 April 2025)
Theatre Royal Haymarket

Starring Brian Cox as Johann Sebastian Bach, written by Oliver Cotton and directed by Trevor Nunn, The Score comes to the West End this February. Set in 1747 Prussia the play follows Bach as he reluctantly visits the court of Frederick II, Europe’s most ambitious and dangerous leader.

The Score will run at the Theatre Royal Haymarket from 20 February to 26 April 2025.

The Last Laugh (25 February – 22 March 2025)
Noel Coward Theatre

Following a sold-out stint at the Edinburgh Fringe, the hilarious play The Last Laugh comes to the West End early next year. The comedy play by Paul Hendy reimagines the lives of three of Britain’s best comedians. offering a look at their impact on the comedy world – Eric Morecambe, Damian Williams as Tommy Cooper, and Simon Cartwright as Bob Monkhouse.

The Last Laugh wull run at the Noël Coward Theatre from 25 February to 22 March 2025

My Neighbour Totoro (From 8 March)
Gillian Lynne Theatre

The multi-award-winning production of My Neighbour Totoro is returning to London once again. Filled with incredible puppetry and whimsical storytelling, this highly anticipated transfer is not to be missed.

My Neighbour Totoro will play at the Gillian Lynne Theatre from 8 March 2025.

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Retrograde (8 March – 14 June 2025)
Apollo Theatre

Ryan Calais Cameron’s play Retrograde is transferring to the West End early next year. The play will open at the Apollo Theatre on 8 March 2025.

Directed by the Kiln Theatre’s artistic director Amit Sharma, Retrograde is a gripping thriller set in 1950s Hollywood. It follows a young actor, played by Ivanno Jeremiah who is about to sign a career defining contract.

Retrograde will run from 8 March to 14 June at the Apollo Theatre.

The Great Gatsby (11 April –7 September 2025)
London Coliseum

Based on the F Scott Fitzgerald’s 1925 novel, The Great Gatsby is coming to London next Summer. After being such a hit on Broadway the musical is full of lots of 1920s glitz and glamour.

The Great Gatsby will run at the London Coliseum from 11 April to 7 September 2025.

The Comedy About Spies (14th April – 3rd August 2025)
Noel Coward Theatre

Team behind The Play That Goes Wrong, Mischief Theatre are back with another hilarious comedy play. The Comedy About Spies will open at the Noel Coward Theatre from April 2025.

This action packed Spy comedy is set to be an absolute riot. Playing for a limited run of only 16 weeks, book your tickets now.

My Master Builder (17th April – 12th July 2025)
Wyndham’s Theatre

Ewan McGregor returns to the London stage after 17 years in this brand new play. Directed by Michael Grandage, My Master Builder opens at the Wyndham’s Theatre in April next year.

My Master Builder will play from 17 April to 12 July 2024.

Giant (26 April – 2 August 2025)
Harold Pinter Theatre

After it’s successful run at the Royal Court in early 2024, Giant is returning to London in 2025. The new play by Mark Rosenblatt tells the story of the children’s writer Roald Dahl.

Giant will is set to run at the Harold Pinter Theatre from 26 April to 2 August.

The Deep Blue Sea (7 May – 21 June 2025)
Theatre Royal Haymarket

The new production of Terrence Rattigan’s play is opening in London next year after a season in Bath last year. Starring Tamsin Greig, the play received fantastic reviews so this return is highly anticipated.

The Deep Blue Sea will open at the Theatre Royal Haymarket on 7 May and will run until 21 June 2025.

Just For One Day (Opens 15 May 2025)
Shaftesbury Theatre

Inspired by the iconic Live Aid concert in 1985, here comes Just For One Day: The Live Aid Musical. After a record-breaking premiere at the Old Vic earlier this year, this musical is a must see for 2025.

Just For One Day opens at the Shaftesbury Theatre from 15 May 2025.

Hercules (opens 6 June 2025)
Theatre Royal Drury Lane

Disney’s much loved animated film is coming to life on stage next year. We are sure that Hercules will go the distance when it opens in Summer next year.

Hercules will open at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane from 6 June 2025.

Evita (14 June to 6 September 2025)
London Palladium

Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s classic musical is coming to the London stage next summer in this exciting new production. Jamie Lloyd’s new production of Evita is heading London’s biggest venue The London Palladium.

Evita will run at the London Palladium from 14 June to 6 September 2025.

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The RSC’s acclaimed production Matilda The Musical has officially become the 15th longest-running show in West End history.

The musical has just taken over from We Will Rock You, which had previosuly been in the 15th place slot. Although, this was closely followed by Thriller Live and Billy Elliot The Musical.

Still holding the top position as the West End’s (and in fact the world’s) longest running show is The Mousetrap, currently playing at the St Martins Theatre. In second place is the long running musical Les Miserables, playing at the Sondheim Theatre.

The show is based on Roald Dahl’s beloved book. The musical is written by Dennis Kelly, with music and lyrics by Tim Minchin.

The current cast of Matilda The Musical includes ​Angelica Scott, Anna Deikalo, Ava Posniak and Sophia Saravanan sharing the role of Matilda. Moreover, they are joined by Tiffany Graves as Mrs Wormwood and Neil McDermott as Mr Wormwood. In addition Eve Norris as Miss Honey, Kieran Hill as Miss Trunchbull.

Furthermore, the young performers in the cast include Pasquale Aben-Danan, Elyza Alderton, Beatrice Armitage, Joseph Burrows, Maddy Collings, Sienna Culm, Joey Grady, Blake Graham, Alexandra Horner, Adam Hussain, George Jones, Amber Koduah-Hutchison, Tristan Marwa, Isabelle McLatchie, Anayah Thomas, Kobe Warmington, Nesim Adnan, Ryo Appadu, Amelia-Grace Cambridge, Max Garlick, Jesamine-Bleu Gibbs, Kaylen Luke, Charlie Man-Evans, Yvie Moore and Marnie Rae Warren-Baker.

Matilda The Musical recently extended it’s West End run all the way to 24 May 2026. Now playing at the Cambridge Theatre, book your Matilda tickets now. Book tickets online via the LSBO website or at our box office in Leicester Square.

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The West End is host to a dazzling array of productions – from extravagant musicals to intimate plays. However, one genre in particular remains hugely popular, comedy shows. Comedy plays and musicals offer something for everyone and guarantee a great night out in the West End. Here’s a closer look at some of the funniest, most entertaining comedies currently lighting up the West End stage.

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The Play That Goes Wrong

The iconic comedy play that does exactly what is says on the tin recently celebrated its tenth anniversary in London’s West End.

The Play That Goes Wrong first premiered in the West End in September 2014 and since has won a ton of awards including the Olivier Award for Best New Comedy in 2015. Written by Mischief Theatre Company members Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, and Henry Shields, the comedy play is a must see in London.

The play follows an amateur dramatic group during their performance of a murder mystery play when chaos ensues. You know you’re in for a fun and riotous night out with any Mischeif play and this is no different. There’s no wonder it’s been running for so long.

Currently booking all the way int 2026, book your tickets for The Play That Goes Wrong now. See the mayhem for yourself at the Duchess Theatre.

Mrs Doubtfire

Another laugh out loud production is Mrs Doubtfire. A new musical based on the 1993 film of the same name. Brought to life with music and lyrics by Karey and Wayne Kirkpatrick and a book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell.

It follows the story of out of work actor Daniel Hillard who goes through a messy divorce and loses custody of his kids. In order to try and stay in their lives he creates the alter ego of Scottish nanny Euphegenia Doubtfire and becomes their nanny! The character then takes on a life of its own and teaches Daniel more than he bargained for about being a father.

The show first opened in May 2023 at the Shaftesbury Theatre where is has been playing since. Book your Mrs Doubtfire tickets now for a fun filled night out in Londons West End.

The Book of Mormon

Brought to life by the minds behind South Park, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, along with Robert Lopez (co-writer of Avenue Q), The Book of Mormon is an irreverent, boundary-pushing musical comedy. The musical tackles themes of religion and culture with biting satire.

The story of the show follows two Mormon missionaries who are sent to Uganda to spread the word of God. They instead encounter more problems than they ever expected.

The Book of Mormon is a fun filled show packed to the brim with catchy tunes and sharp humour. Despite its controversial subject matter, The Book of Mormon remains a solid fan favourite. With its clever dialogue and witty songs, the raucous comedy is an undeniable hit.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are the funniest shows in the West End right now?

Some of the funniest West End shows right now include musicals like Mrs Doubtfire and The Book of Mormon. Both are sure to provide lots of laughs and entertainment.

What are some of the best Comedy shows for families?

Family favourite comedy shows in London include Mischeif’s The Play That Goes Wrong and the new comedy musical Mrs Doubtfire.

Where can I book tickets for Comedy shows in London?

 You can book your London theatre tickets at www.lsbo.co.uk. Book tickets in advance to save on dissappointment or see what last minute deal you can grab nearer to the time!