The Must-See West End Shows Of 2025

Published Wed, 11 September 2024

The West End in 2025 is shaping up to be a must-visit for theatre lovers, featuring a wide range of star-studded performances, revivals, and exciting new productions. Here’s a guide to some of the most anticipated shows coming next year:

  1. My Neighbour Totoro
    The magical RSC production returns! This award-winning adaptation of the Studio Ghibli film is a visual feast, with its incredible puppetry and heartfelt story of two sisters discovering forest spirits in rural Japan.

  2. Titanique
    A campy, hilarious retelling of the Titanic story, narrated by Céline Dion herself! Expect humor, heart, and a soundtrack packed with iconic songs, including "My Heart Will Go On."

  3. Much Ado About Nothing
    Tom Hiddleston and Hayley Atwell star in this revival of Shakespeare’s witty comedy, bringing the beloved sparring couple Benedick and Beatrice to life at Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

  4. The Tempest
    Sigourney Weaver makes her West End debut as Prospero in Shakespeare’s The Tempest, another exciting production directed by Jamie Lloyd at Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

  5. The Seagull
    Cate Blanchett returns to the London stage to play Arkadina in Chekhov’s The Seagull, directed by Thomas Ostermeier. Expect intense drama and stellar performances.

  6. Richard II
    Jonathan Bailey swaps his Bridgerton fame for Shakespeare’s tragic king, Richard II, in this highly anticipated production at the Bridge Theatre.

  7. Punch
    Written by James Graham, this thought-provoking play tells the true story of teenager Jacob Dunne, whose single punch had life-changing consequences.

  8. Inside No. 9: Stage/Fright
    Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith bring their hit TV show Inside No. 9 to the stage with an original dark comic story. Expect familiar faces and new twists.

With such a variety of productions, from classic Shakespeare to new musicals, 2025 is set to be an unforgettable year in the West End. Start planning your theatre adventures now!

From £30.00
My Neighbour Totoro Gillian Lynne Theatre
Opens 08 Mar 2025
Book Tickets
From £38.40
Punch Young Vic
Opens 01 Mar 2025
Book Tickets
From £23.40
Richard II Bridge Theatre
Opens 10 Feb 2025
Book Tickets
From £23.80
Titanique Criterion Theatre
Opens 09 Dec 2024
Book Tickets