Going to see a show is a great way to spend an evening in the UK. The West End in London has some world-class performances. Many other towns and cities across the UK have their own theatre and performances as well. Check out my top UK Theatre Reviews for some of my favourite theatre shows here.
No trip to the UK is complete without seeing a show at a theatre. My UK theatre reviews can help you plan a trip to a theatre in the UK. London’s world-famous West End attracts tourists from all over the world, and even people who live in or near London often go to see shows there. There’s a huge range of shows to see in London. West End musicals are one of my favourite types of shows to see. Highlights include Les Miserables, The Lion King, The Phantom of the Opera, Moulin Rouge, and so many more. But there are also lots of plays, from Shakespeare plays at the Globe Theatre, to scary ghost stories and murder mysteries on stage, and of course the famous Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. And there are classical music concerts as well, opera and ballet at iconic venues like the Royal Opera House and Royal Albert Hall. And so many more.
The UK also has a wide range of theatre shows in towns and cities around the country. Most towns and cities in the UK have at least one theatre, with the bigger cities often having several theatres. These often show touring West End musicals – so you can often watch a famous show when it tours to a different city. There are lots of different types of performances at these more local theatres. I often find it enjoyable to see a show in a city I’m visiting. For example, when touring the top sights in Bristol, check out what’s on at the Bristol Hippodrome. Or when exploring Cardiff for a weekend, look at the shows on in Cardiff. Going to the theatre is a great evening out in the UK.
My UK theatre reviews give more information about some of my favourite shows I’ve been to in the UK recently. I hope you find them useful, and hope they inspire you to explore more of the UK’s amazing theatre culture.
- Peter Pan Goes Wrong: Theatre ReviewPeter Pan Goes Wrong is a fun comedy play. It’s about a theatre company who put on a production of Peter Pan – but during their show, things quickly start going wrong. It’s a hilarious two hours of everything that could possibly go wrong on stage. Here’s my Peter Pan Goes Wrong theatre review.
- Starter for Ten Musical: Theatre ReviewStarter for Ten is a new musical, based on the book by David Nicholls. It’s a good adaptation of a great story. Here’s my Starter for Ten Musical theatre review.
- Jesus Christ Superstar: Theatre ReviewJesus Christ Superstar is a famous musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber. It’s maybe not everyone’s cup of tea, but I still enjoyed it. Here’s my Jesus Christ Superstar theatre review.
- Edward Scissorhands: Theatre ReviewEdward Scissorhands is a ballet – but a modern ballet. It tells the story of a young man, called Edward, who has scissors as hands. It’s a surprisingly sweet and moving story. Here’s my Edward Scissorhands Theatre Review.
- Stranger Sings: Theatre ReviewStranger Sings is a musical parody of the popular Netflix show, Stranger Things. It’s a fun performance, and enjoyable if you liked the Netflix show. Here’s my Stranger Sings theatre review.
- Life of Pi: Theatre ReviewLife of Pi is a stage adaptation of the famous novel by Yann Martel. It’s a great story, and the stage production is very impressive with the use of puppets to portray the animals. Here’s my Life of Pi theatre review.
- Six The Musical: Theatre ReviewSix The Musical is a fun, powerful and uplifting theatre show. It’s more of a concert than a musical with a story – but it’s still good fun to watch. Here’s my Six The Musical theatre review.
- Everybody’s Talking About Jamie: Theatre ReviewEverybody’s Talking About Jamie is a fun, and sometimes emotionally moving, musical. It follows the story of 16-year-old Jamie as he navigates life through school with a secret dream of being a drag queen. Here’s my Everybody’s Talking About Jamie theatre review.
- Fantastically Great Women Who Changed The World: Theatre ReviewFantastically Great Women Who Changed The World is a really fun, empowering musical suitable for children and adults. It’s got a great soundtrack and fun storyline. Here’s my Fantastically Great Women Who Changed The World theatre review.
- Sunset Boulevard: Theatre ReviewSunset Boulevard, starring Nicole Sherzinger, is an amazing, dramatic and moving theatre performance. It’s dark and gritty, and completely captivating. Here’s my Sunset Boulevard theatre review.
- I’m Sorry Prime Minister I can’t Quite Remember: Theatre ReviewFor any fans of the TV show Yes Minister, there’s a new final chapter for the story. Jim Hacker and Sir Humphrey are back in this new stage production. Here’s my ‘I’m Sorry Prime Minister I can’t Quite Remember’ theatre review.
- Rebecca The Musical: Theatre ReviewRebecca The Musical is a fairly new musical, based on the famous classic book by Daphne Du Maurier. It’s on in London in 2023, the first time it’s been performed in the English language. Here’s my Rebecca The Musical: Theatre Review.
- The Little Big Things Musical: Theatre ReviewThe Little Big Things is a new musical, playing at a modern theatre in Soho, London in 2023. I loved this musical – it was heart-warming and moving, with great music. Here’s my The Little Big Things Musical theatre review.
- Aspects of Love: Theatre ReviewAspects of Love is one of the less well-known musicals from Andrew Lloyd Webber. It’s back in London in 2023 with a new production. Here’s my Aspects of Love theatre review.
- Charlie and the Chocolate Factory The Musical: Theatre ReviewCharlie and the Chocolate Factory The Musical is based on the popular book by Roald Dahl, and the popular film as well. It’s a great family-friendly musical, with plenty for adults to enjoy as well. Here’s my Charlie and the Chocolate Factory The Musical theatre review.
- Dirty Dancing On Stage: Theatre ReviewDirty Dancing on stage is an adaptation of the famous Dirty Dancing film. Any fans of the film will definitely enjoy this stage version, although some aspects might be questionable. Here’s my Dirty Dancing On Stage Theatre Review.
- Groundhog Day The Musical: Theatre ReviewGroundhog Day The Musical is based on the famous film that came out in 1993. If you like the film, you’ll love the musical on stage. Here’s my Groundhog Day The Musical: Theatre Review.
- Greatest Days – The Take That Musical: Theatre ReviewGreatest Days is a musical based on the music of the famous boy band, Take That. It uses an original story, filled with fun but also heartbreak, with the famous songs used throughout the musical. Here’s my Greatest Days – The Take That Musical Theatre Review.
- Theatre Review: Strictly Ballroom The MusicalStrictly Ballroom The Musical is based on the popular film. It’s a great show to see on stage, with amazing dance routines throughout the whole show. Here’s my theatre review of Strictly Ballroom The Musical.
- Heathers The Musical: Theatre ReviewHeathers The Musical is based on the popular 1989 film. It’s about a group of girls at high school – but it’s definitely not your typical high school musical. It’s just quite weird. Here’s my Heathers The Musical theatre review.
- Newsies The Musical: Theatre ReviewNewsies The Musical is a fun, action-packed, visually spectacular show. With amazing dances and acrobatics, as well as great songs, this musical is an instant crowd-pleaser. Here’s my Newsies The Musical theatre review.
- Fisherman’s Friends The Musical: Theatre ReviewFisherman’s Friends is a musical based on the true story of the singing fisherman from Cornwall. It’s a heart-warming, fun musical that leaves you with a warm, happy feeling in your heart. Here’s my Fisherman’s Friends The Musical Theatre Review.
- Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club: Theatre ReviewThe musical Cabaret has opened a new production at the Kit Kat Club in London’s West End. This unique and iconic venue and production really brings this well known musical to a new audience. Here’s my Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club theatre review.
- The Great British Bake Off Musical: Theatre ReviewThe Great British Bake Off musical is a new musical, hitting theatres in 2023. As anyone who has seen the famous TV show would expect, it’s a light-hearted fun musical that will inspire you to get baking! Here’s my The Great British Bake Off musical theatre review.
- My Fair Lady: Theatre ReviewMy Fair Lady is a classic story with well-known songs. It’s been on tour in 2022 and 2023, with a new cast but still retaining all of the original charm. Here’s my My Fair Lady theatre review.
- & Juliet: Theatre Review& Juliet is a modern take on the classic Romeo and Juliet story. It’s fun and empowering, filled with positive vibes and energy. Here’s my & Juliet theatre review.
- Bat Out Of Hell: Theatre ReviewBat out of Hell is a new-ish musical based on the music of Meat Loaf. The music is great, with a slightly unusual but fun storyline. Here’s my Bat out of Hell Theatre Review.
- The Cher Show: Theatre ReviewThe Cher Show is a newer musical that’s based on the popular songs by Cher. It tells the story of Cher, from her childhood to her rise to fame. Here’s my The Cher Show theatre review.
- Pride and Prejudice (Sort Of): Theatre ReviewPride And Prejudice (Sort Of) is a fun, modern comedy version of one of the most loved books of all time. For any Jane Austen fans, it’s a must-see. Here’s my Pride And Prejudice (Sort Of) Theatre Review.
- Cirque The Greatest Show: Theatre ReviewCirque The Greatest Show is a blend of West End musical songs and circus acts. It’s an enjoyable night out at the theatre – maybe not ‘The Greatest Show’ like its name suggests, but still good fun. Here’s my Cirque The Greatest Show theatre review.