Must watch shows in London this spring and summer
Whether you’re a fan of West End musicals, gritty dramas, circus acts or comedy, the spring and summer season of 2025 is packed with a variety of exciting shows to enjoy. Here are some of our top picks that no theatre enthusiast should miss.
Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors
Dracula meets the Rocky Horror Show in this fun-filled comedy aimed at adults. Packed with wordplay, quick changes and pop culture references, it’s a reimagining of Bram Stoker’s gothic classic that centres around a meek English estate agent who goes to meet a mysterious client in the mountains of Transylvania. What follows is a riotous chase from there to the British countryside and back again with plenty of laugh-out-loud moments. The show runs from 8 March - 3 May 2025 at Menier Chocolate Factory.
Sabrage
Catch the world premiere of this exciting showcase of acrobatic and cabaret talent from across the globe. From vintage French glamour and high-end spectacle to titillating acts that delight the senses, Sabrage takes you on a wild ride of sophistication and ecstasy. The show runs from 15 March - 6 July 2025 at Lafayette, Kings Cross.
Titanique
Fans of Céline Dion will love this award-winning Broadway production, which turns one of cinema’s greatest love stories into a hysterical musical fantasia. The show tells the story of the doomed ship and star-crossed lovers Jack and Rose from Dion’s perspective and is, of course, laced with the singer’s greatest hits. The show runs until 8 June 2025 at the Criterion Theatre. Strictly no admittance for under 12s.
101 Dalmatians
Lock up your puppies, because Cruella is coming to town! Fans of Disney’s 101 Dalmatians mustn’t miss this spectacular stage show, which is playing for six weeks only over the summer holidays. When Pongo and Perdi’s enormous litter is threatened by fashionista Cruella de Vil, they must do everything they can to save their babies. With a mix of puppetry, show-stopping songs and clever choreography, it’s one of the best West End musicals for families this season. The show runs from 18 July - 30 August 2025 at the Eventim Apollo.
Witness for the Prosecution
Looking for something immersive and gripping? Agatha Christie’s masterpiece, Witness for the Prosecution, is the perfect option, blending betrayal, passion and justice in the magnificent surroundings of London County Hall. Leonard Vole stands accused of murder, but can he convince the jury of his innocence? His fate rests on the testimony of an unlikely and mysterious witness. The show runs until 26 April 2026 at London County Hall.
Starlight Express
Get your skates on for the latest run of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s smash hit, Starlight Express. Telling the story of Rusty the steam train and his bid to become the fastest engine in the world, this incredible off-West End performance has been brought into the 21st century, showcasing the talents of an up-and-coming cast. With new songs and diversified characters, it’s bound to captivate a whole new generation. The show runs until 26 October 2025 at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre.
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