The Best Musicals in London
Here are the best musicals that you'll find in London.
Date published: 6th Sep 2022
London's West End is one of the best areas in the world to catch the best theatre shows and musicals. A hotbed for incredible acting talent and innovative new productions, award-winning shows seem to be popping up there every week. We thought we'd take a look at the very best musicals that you can find in London.
Click on the event titles below to learn more about some of the most iconic musicals that you can find. Some of these have been on runs that have lasted over a decade.
When: Wednesday 31st August- Friday 2nd December
Where: Piccadilly Theatre, London
This musical drops you right into the heart of a world of romance, glitz and glamour. Where bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows and celebrate. This take on Baz Luhrmann's film brings the story to life in a whole new way. A musical that leaves you buzzing with excitement, its an experience you won't forget.
Find tickets for Moulin Rouge! The Musical - here
Back to the Future- The Musical
When: Wednesday 23rd February- Friday 2nd December 2022
Where: Adelphi Theatre, London
Back To The Future is an all-time classic sci-fi film, but what if it was a musical? Well, you're about to go back in time and explore 1955 in a musical experience. Follow Marty McFly and Doc Brown as they attempt to get back to the future with a hugely impressive supporting cast.
Find tickets for Back to the Future- The Musical - here
When: Wednesday 31st August- Friday 2nd December
Where: The Other Palace, London
Heathers takes place in Westerberg High where you're introduced to Veronica Sawyer who suddenly finds popularity after being taken under the wing of three cruel Heathers. It all goes South very quickly in this black comedy that quickly becomes brutal. An all-singing spectacle that has rocked the West End in recent years.
Find tickets for Heathers The Musical - here
When: Friday 17th February- Saturday 1st April 2023
Where: Peacock Theatre, London
If you're a fan of Meatloaf you simply have to see Bat Out of Hell at some point in your life. It goes through all of the legendary artist's anthems, which is quite a lot to go through. It has delighted fans across the world and is very popular on the West End with high-octane performances and spectacularly over-the-top renditions of each song.
Find tickets for Bat Out of Hell - here
When: Tuesday 22nd February 2022- Sunday 12th February 2023
Where: Arts Theatre, London
The latest run of Choir of Man shows has been extended due to popular demand. Now lasting up until 2023, plenty more shows have been added to the show that covers some of the greatest hits from iconic artists such as Adele, Avicii, Guns' N' Roses and many more. A homage to the pub, watch nine guys harmonise perfectly and get you up off your feet.
Find tickets for The Choir of Man - here
When: Tuesday 22nd February- Saturday 22nd October
Where: Noel Coward Theatre, London
Dear Evan Hansen has absolutely taken the West End by storm, it has taken three Oliver Awards in its time and has been praised as one of the most important musicals of its generation. It's a story about the struggle to find connection in a world where we seem to drift further and further apart. It's definitely one that will pull on the heartstrings.
Find tickets for Dear Evan Hansen - here
From Here To Eternity The Musical
When: Saturday 29th October- Saturday 17th December
Where: Charing Cross Theatre, London
From Here To Eternity is finally getting a revival, the epic musical that is set against the backdrop of the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. We find ourselves following the lives of soldiers and illicit love as their lives are changed forever. Adapted from the classic James Jones novel, it is a worthy adaptation.
Find tickets for From Here To Eternity The Musical - here
When: Tuesday 22nd February- Wednesday 30th November
Where: The Lyceum Theatre, London
The Lion King is one of the brightest musicals that you'll ever see. The show has been getting rave reviews for absolutely years now and there can be no surprise given how brilliant the production values are and how impassioned the performances are. Filled with classic songs from the film, the theatre show is a worthy adaptation.
Find tickets for The Lion King - here
Les Miserables
Les Miserables is one of the definitive musicals and unfortunately it doesn't have any London dates on at the moment but rest assured it will be back at some point. A story of impassioned liberty and class rebellion, it has some of the most well-written characters you'll find in any musical.
When: Tuesday 22nd February- Wednesday 30th November
Where: Apollo Victoria Theatre, London
Wicked is now in its 16th year at Apollo Victoria Theatre and it has become legendary within that time. One of the top ten longest-running musicals of all time, Wicked shows no signs of slowing down with a cast that is constantly refreshed with exciting new talents and most importantly still delightfully evil.
Find tickets for Wicked - here
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Header image credit: The Lion King Musical (Facebook)