Culture in London
32 spots for culture in London, from Lyric Hammersmith, Apollo Shaftesbury Avenue and Apollo Victoria Theater — a mix of low-key and special-occasion, ranked by what’s good right now. See the Top 50 Culture →
Deep-heat RivalryEvent · The Other PalaceA filthy hockey parody from Oliver-nominated Trevor Ashley, with outrageous comedy, power ballads and full-frontal nudity · runs 2 dates.
Dan Budd as Robbie WilliamsEvent · Tonbridge CastleTake your seats as the best 'Robbie Williams' tribute in town hits Tonbridge Castle for one Christmas special!
Globe Theatre Tours 2026Event · Shakespeare's GlobeExplore Shakespeare’s Globe through a brand-new walk-through exhibition, with immersive history and interactive costumes and props · runs 3 dates.
Mamma Mia!Event · Novello TheatreThe world’s sunniest smash-hit musical, MAMMA MIA! blends a funny Greek-island story with ABBA’s timeless songs · runs 5 dates.
Avenue QEvent · Shaftesbury TheatreThree-time Tony Award-winning Avenue Q returns to the West End with mischievous charm, infectious songs and loveable characters · runs 4 dates.
HamiltonEvent · Victoria Palace TheatreHamilton tells the story of America's Founding Father Alexander Hamilton with a score blending hip-hop, jazz, blues, rap, R&B and Broadway · runs 5 dates.
Paranormal ActivityEvent · The Ambassadors TheatreInspired by the iconic Paranormal Activity films, this new live stage story is written by Levi Holloway and directed by Felix Barrett · runs 4 dates.
Sting's The Last ShipEvent · Theatre Royal Drury LaneSting's The Last Ship is a powerful musical celebrating community and hope, featuring a large cast and some of his best-loved songs · runs 3 dates.
My Son’s A Queer (but What Can You Do?)Event · Apollo Shaftesbury AvenueRob Madge’s joyous autobiographical show recreates a childhood Disney parade, winner of Best Off-West End Production 2022 · runs 3 dates.
CabaretEvent · The PlayhouseWinning a record-breaking seven Olivier Awards including Best Musical Revival, this intimate new production of Cabaret is electrifying · runs 5 dates.
Oliver!Event · Gielgud TheatreMatthew Bourne’s reconceived Oliver! follows a sold-out Chichester season, with Lionel Bart’s iconic score and many more tunes · runs 5 dates.
TitaniqueEvent · Criterion TheatreTITANIQUE turns Titanic into a hysterical musical fantasia, with Céline Dion, a full live band and show-stopping numbers · runs 4 dates.
The Book Of MormonEvent · Prince Of Wales TheatreThe smash-hit musical and four-time Olivier Award winner The Book of Mormon is a hilariously bold, unexpectedly endearing comedy · runs 3 dates.
Oh, Mary!Event · Trafalgar TheatreCole Escola’s Tony-winning dark comedy stars Mason Alexander Park in an uproariously funny 80-minute one-act about Mary Todd Lincoln · runs 3 dates.
BeetlejuiceEvent · Prince Edward Theatre Old Compton St London W1D 4HSSupernaturally hilarious Broadway sensation BEETLEJUICE is a wildly funny musical based on Tim Burton’s beloved movie classic · runs 4 dates.
WickedEvent · Apollo Victoria TheaterMulti award-winning WICKED is in its landmark 19th year, revealing the untold story of the Wicked Witch of the West in spellbinding style · runs 3 dates.
Franz & MarieEvent · Charing Cross TheatreAn authentic, soul-rattling folk musical reimagines Georg Büchner’s Woyzeck with a 14-strong cast of actor-musicians · runs 3 dates.
Hay FeverEvent · Wyndhams TheatreChristine Baranski stars as Judith Bliss in Noël Coward’s irresistible comedy, where a country-house weekend erupts into chaos · runs 3 dates.
Stranger Things: The First ShadowEvent · Phoenix TheatreA gripping new Stranger Things adventure from a multi-award-winning creative team, taking theatrical storytelling to a new dimension · runs 4 dates.
My Neighbour TotoroEvent · Gillian Lynne TheatreRecord-breaking, award-winning My Neighbour Totoro returns in a breathtaking production of Studio Ghibli’s classic · runs 4 dates.
Les MisérablesEvent · Queen's TheatreLes Misérables is an acclaimed new production with a magnificent score and songs including I Dreamed a Dream and One Day More · runs 2 dates.
International Stand Up Comedy, Covent GardenEvent · Soho Comedy At 7 DialsWorld-class stand up comedy from award-winning comedians, TV stars and Edinburgh Comedy Award nominees, with a late bar.
Into The WoodsEvent · Noel Coward TheatreStephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s acclaimed Into the Woods transfers to the West End in a joyful, witty new production · runs 2 dates.
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Disney’s The Lion KingEvent · The Lyceum TheatreDisney’s The Lion King is a spectacular stage production with glorious colours, stunning effects and enchanting music.
The ChildrenEvent · Lyric HammersmithLucy Kirkwood’s gripping, darkly funny drama returns in a 10th anniversary production, starring Meera Syal and directed by Rachel O’Riordan · runs 2 dates.
The Standard Of LivingEvent · Theatre Royal HaymarketJames Graham’s world-premiere play is a thrilling, funny and deeply moving portrait of Keynes, starring Rory Kinnear · runs 2 dates.
The Phantom Of The OperaEvent · His Majestys TheatreThe Phantom of the Opera combines Andrew Lloyd Webber’s mesmerising score with jaw-dropping scenery and breathtaking special effects.Singles Comedy Night (Open Mic)Event · RumbaLooking for singles events in London that are a little different from traditional dating nights? Join us for Singles Open Mic Comedy at Bar Rumba in Leicester Square — a unique London singles night…
FencesEvent · Lyric HammersmithAugust Wilson’s landmark play returns in a vital new production directed by Daniel Bailey, about ambition and family.
Witness For The Prosecution County HallEvent · Chamber Country HallAgatha Christie’s Witness for the Prosecution places audiences in the thick of a spectacular courtroom drama full of shocking testimony and twists.
The Grinch Live Hosted Cinema | LondonEvent · The Greenwood TheatreTickets Selling Fast!