The latest theatre news, West End reviews, show guides, and behind-the-scenes features from British Theatre's editorial team.
Planning a family theatre trip this Easter? The best London shows for children and families during the Easter holidays 2026, with tips on booking and what to expect.
Tom Ashworth
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The best new West End shows opening in spring 2026, from Dracula with Cynthia Erivo to Beetlejuice, Romeo and Juliet and Kinky Boots.
Daniel Osei
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Game of Thrones: The Mad King is coming to the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon in summer 2026. Here is everything announced so far.
Tom Ashworth
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A guide to the Olivier Awards for theatre fans: what the awards are, which categories matter and why they are the most important prizes in British theatre.
Tom Ashworth
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A guide to Brighton's theatre scene, from the historic Theatre Royal to the Brighton Dome and Komedia. What to see, where to go and how to plan your visit.
Tom Ashworth
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UK theatre news 01 to 05 December 2025: Oh, Mary opens at the Trafalgar, Woman in Mind, Into the Woods and High Noon all join a busy December schedule.
James Whitworth
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Visiting London's Theatreland for the first time? Here's a practical guide to the West End, from choosing a show to getting there and making the most of your…
Tom Ashworth
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West End musicals worth seeing for their staging: the productions where sets, flying sequences, puppetry and choreography are central to the experience.
Daniel Osei
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West End matinees: when they happen, how they differ from evening shows, tips for booking the best seats, and practical advice for a daytime theatre visit.
Tom Ashworth
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London theatre on a budget: the complete guide to saving money on West End tickets, from day seats and rush tickets to the best cheap seats in any venue.
Daniel Osei
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How West End theatre pricing works: a complete guide to ticket tiers, dynamic pricing, premium seats, day seats and finding the best value for London shows.
Rachel Lim
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MJ the Musical at the Prince Edward Theatre: the story, the choreography, the best seats to book and everything else a first-time visitor needs to know.
James Whitworth
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The best London theatre for Christmas 2025: family-friendly West End musicals, long-running shows and pantomime for every December visit to the capital.
Sophie Hartley
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UK theatre news 24 to 28 November 2025: the pre-Christmas West End programme builds, pantomimes are in full swing and the WhatsOnStage shortlist is awaited.
James Whitworth
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Open air theatre in London: the main venues, what the outdoor experience involves, how to prepare for the weather and practical booking advice for visitors.
Rachel Lim
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The best West End musicals for music lovers: shows chosen for the quality and range of their scores, from Motown gospel to hip-hop to sweeping orchestral.
Daniel Osei
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The Hunger Games On Stage: what the production is, the story it tells, what to expect at the Troubadour Canary Wharf and everything visitors need to know.
Sophie Hartley
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A guide to theatre in Oxford and Cambridge: the key venues in each city, what to see, and how university theatre sits alongside professional productions.
Tom Ashworth
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The best theatre books for theatre fans: histories, biographies, actor training guides, play texts and librettos worth reading for anyone who loves the stage.
James Whitworth
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West End shows with the best choreography and dance: from Hamilton to The Lion King, a guide to productions where movement is central to the experience.
Daniel Osei
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UK theatre news 17 to 21 November 2025: WhatsOnStage nominations close, the Olivier Awards eligibility window reaches its midpoint and Christmas approaches.
Tom Ashworth
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& Juliet musical in the West End: a guide to the Max Martin jukebox show, what the storyline involves, seating advice and how to book tickets in London.
Sophie Hartley
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Bridge Theatre London: a visitor guide to the history, auditorium, flexible staging, best seats and how to get to the South Bank venue near Tower Bridge.
Emma Caldwell
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Group theatre outings in London: how to choose the right show, book group tickets, organise transport and make the most of a West End visit with a group.
Sophie Hartley
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Disney's Hercules at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane: the story, the music, the best seats and everything you'll need to know before booking your tickets.
Daniel Osei
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