Neue Shows in London

Based on the much-loved book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

P&O Cruises are proud to sponsor the Eighth Wonder of the World the diamanté diva herself, La Voix, who is hot footing her way for the first time to London with her brand new show as the Countess of Comedy!

A major new production of CS Lewis’ classic tale comes to the West End this summer.

When it premiered at Sadler’s Wells in 1995, Matthew Bourne’s triumphant modern re-interpretation of Swan Lake turned tradition upside down, and took the dance world by storm. Now firmly established as a modern day classic, this iconic production is perhaps best-known for replacing the traditional female corps de ballet with a menacing male ensemble. Sadler’s Wells Associate Artist, Matthew Bourne blends dance, humour and spectacle with extravagant, award-winning designs by Lez Brotherston, to create a provocative and powerful Swan Lake for our times.

Slava's Snowshow returns to the Royal Festival Hall for a fourth magical year. Performed by Russian performance artist Slava Polunin's internationally renowned company of clowns, having delighted theatregoers around the world for 20 years this multi-international award-winning hit is now established as London's leading Christmas show.

This is theatre like you've never seen before. Comedy and spectacle provide fun for the whole family, never more than when this incredible show fills the Royal Festival Hall with a heart-stopping blizzard of snow. Featuring breathtaking visual effects, it's been described by The Sunday Times as 'theatrical brilliance'.

A world-famous children’s author under threat. A battle of wills in the wake of scandal. And one chance to make amends…

Old Vic Artistic Director Matthew Warchus’ big-hearted, smash hit production of Charles Dickens’ immortal classic returns to The Old Vic, joyously adapted for the stage by Jack Thorne.

Brother and sister Stephen and Billie, home is all they have. Mucking along in their decaying farmhouse, they’re doing just fine.
That is, until the arrival of an ex-clergyman uncle with an unscrupulous plan, a sister-in-law seeking a miracle, and a prodigal brother hell-bent on trouble.

Spring 1747, Potsdam, Prussia. Johann Sebastian Bach reluctantly visits the court of Frederick II, Europe’s most ambitious and dangerous leader. The two men could hardly be more different. Bach is deeply religious, Frederick is an atheist. Bach loathes war, Frederick revels in it. Bach studies scripture, Frederick reads military history. Frederick remains in awe of Bach’s genius however and has mischievously prepared a musical conundrum that he hopes will baffle the composer and amuse his court. The explosive events of the following days could not have been predicted by either man.

A brand new play from the pen of Mike Bartlett (King Charles III, Cock, The 47th) premiering at the Garrick Theatre in February. Once again, Bartlett is taking on some interesting subject matter, with the play exploring the theme of polyamory.

A sublime all-star cast including Nigel Havers, Martin Jarvis, Cherie Lunghi and Sian Philips make this production of Oscar Wilde's best known, often staged comedy a cut above the average revival. 

It’s a perfect day for brunch.

Leo and Marianne Brink have found the ideal spot to take their friends. With great reviews, impeccable service and an extensive menu it seems like nothing could go wrong. But after a series of strange events interrupt their meal, they soon realise they’ve bitten off more than they can chew.

This heart-warming tale about friendship and helping those in need is brought to life in a musical, puppet-filled adventure.

On a street in New Orleans, in the blistering summer heat, a sister spirals.

When Blanche unexpectedly visits her estranged sister Stella, she brings with her a past that will threaten their future. As Stella’s husband Stanley stalks closer to the truth, Blanche’s fragile world begins to fracture. Reality and illusion collide and a violent conflict changes their lives forever.

Emilia Clarke (Game of Thrones) makes her West End debut as Nina in Anya Reiss’ unique 21st century modernisation of Anton Chekhov’s The Seagull, with direction by Jamie Lloyd. Starring alongside Clarke will be Tom Rhys Harries (White Lines), Daniel Monks (The Normal Heart), Sophie Wu (Fresh Meat) and Indira Varma (Game of Thrones).

Experience the true magic of Christmas, as Clara’s toys come to life at the stroke of midnight. 

The clown Mauro has passed, but his spirit is still with us. Instead of mourning, the funeral cortege celebrates the here and hereafter with laughter and exuberance. Rich, extravagant memories frolic with the senses. The sound of laughter peals around the stage, visions of joyous tumblers and players fascinate the eyes. Regret and melancholy retreat in the face of a cavalcade of lively recollections of a life gloriously lived. A festive parade that entertains; the perfect accolade for an artist whose life was dedicated to revelry and making merry.

Klytämnestra has murdered her husband, King Agamemnon. Her daughter Elektra determines to avenge her father’s death.

Late night in Barcelona. An American tourist goes home with a handsome Spaniard. What begins as a carefree, one-night stand becomes an invitation to danger, as the personal and political catastrophically intertwine.

Direct from a sell out worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story returns to The London Palladium!

On a sparkling Christmas Eve in a frost-dusted Edwardian London, Clara receives an enchanted Nutcracker as a present. Together, they discover a magical world where she battles with the MouseKing and meets a handsome stranger.

Machen Sie sich bereit, denn das mit dem Tony Award® ausgezeichnete neue Musical THE GREAT GATSBY kommt nach London und wird die Party des Jahrhunderts. Dieses „schimmernde, funkelnde Spektakel “ (Variety) ist gerade erst am Broadway ein voller Erfolg geworden und „explodiert vor Leben und Energie“ (Entertainment Weekly).

Making its ENO premiere, this critically acclaimed modern opera set 500 years ago tells the story that still resonates today. With hostile forces on every side, Mary I of Scotland attempts to secure a happy future for herself and her country.

Caught between her drunken husband, her scheming half-brother, and her untrustworthy lover, Mary I of Scotland must find a way to protect her country and her Catholic faith.

Als die belesene Tatjana Eugen Onegin kennenlernt, ist sie sofort hin und weg. Er ist geheimnisvoll und kultiviert und wirkt wie ein Held aus einem ihrer Romane, aber er weist sie zurück, da er in ihr nur ein naives Mädchen vom Land sieht. Wird ein Treffen auf einem Ball viele Jahre später eine neue Chance auf Liebe bieten?

Während Ägypten sich auf einen Angriff auf Äthiopien vorbereitet, macht sich der ehrgeizige Soldat Radames bereit, seinem Land zu dienen. Doch seine heimliche Liebe zu Aida, einer äthiopischen Gefangenen, die ihre wahre Identität verheimlicht, hat schwerwiegende Konsequenzen. Als sich der Konflikt verschärft, drohen die Wahrheiten der Liebenden ans Licht zu kommen und zwingen sie zu einer schrecklichen Entscheidung zwischen der Loyalität gegenüber der Heimat – und einander.

Jenůfa ist schwanger, doch ihre Stiefmutter möchte, dass sie ein anderes Leben führt – und wird dies um jeden Preis erreichen. In dieser packenden Oper über Scham, Verrat und Erlösung verwandeln sich gute Absichten in unverzeihliche Taten.

Der Troubadour Manrico und der eifersüchtige Graf di Luna wetteifern leidenschaftlich um Leonoras Herz. Unterdessen enthüllt Manricos Mutter Azucena, die vom Tod ihrer Mutter durch die Familie Di Luna viele Jahre zuvor heimgesucht wird, eine Wahrheit, die bald alle erschüttern wird.

The magic of the Grimm tales comes to life in this mischievous production. A fairy tale adventure for all.

Stuck at home and put to work by her spoiled Step-Sisters, Cinderella’s life is dreary and dull. Everything changes when she helps a mysterious woman out...

Puccini's opera of passion, friendship and heartbreak is brought to life in Richard Jones' vivid and evocative production.

Massen von Tänzern bewegen sich als faszinierendes Ganzes. Körper, fließend und sehnsüchtig, werden in Lichtstrahlen getaucht. Eine einzelne Stimme ertönt, eine Klage, die das Ausmaß menschlichen Leidens verdeutlicht. Eine Reise beginnt...

Als ein wohlhabender Hotelbesitzer seine Freunde und Verwandten zu einer Feier zu seinem 60. Geburtstag einlädt, müssen sich seine Kinder mit dem Schmerz ihrer Vergangenheit auseinandersetzen – und mit dem Mann, der dafür verantwortlich ist.

Während die London Fashion Week in der Hauptstadt stattfindet, ist der Laufsteg für die Premiere von „Der Teufel trägt Prada“ geöffnet, einem neuen Musical, das auf dem Blockbuster-Film und Bestseller-Roman basiert und im Oktober 2024 im Londoner Dominion Theatre zu sehen sein wird.

With music and lyrics by Alan Menken and David Zippel, and a brand-new book by Robert Horn and Kwame Kwei-Armah and co-choreography by Tanisha Scott, Hercules is inspired by the 1997 Academy Award^®-nominated animated film of the same name from Walt Disney Studios.

Richard II is charismatic, eloquent and loved by his friends. And a disastrous King – dishonest, capricious and politically incompetent.

Echoing down the centuries is the perennial problem: how to deal with a ruler who has a rock solid right to rule but is set on wrecking the country he leads.