London Theatre - what's on stage in London's Theatreland

Welcome to an informative guide to one of the world's leading centers of the performing arts. In addition to West-End theatre, you'll find information on the leading opera, ballet, and theatre companies that make London their home. We also provide insights into Shakespearean Theatre in the heart of the Cotswold's at Stratford-upon-Avon and other major theatrical events, as they occur, elsewhere in Britain. Simply follow links in this icon

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An exciting season full of passion, jealousy, tragedy and drama at Opera Holland Park.

Lucia di Lammermoor (Donizetti)
New production
June 7, 9, 12, 15, 19, 23, 27, 30 at 7.30pm
(June 27 - Charity Gala in aid of The Rugby Portobello Trust).

Così fan tutte (Mozart)
New production
June 8, 13, 16, 18, 21, 24 (mat 2pm), 28, July 4, 7 at 7.15pm

Gianni Schicchi (Puccini)
Double bill with Zanetto
New production, first ever by Opera Holland Park
June 22, 26, 29, July 3, 6, 12, 14 at 7.30pm
Production supported by Winton Capital.

Zanetto (Mascagni)
Double bill with Gianni Schicchi
New production, first ever by Opera Holland Park
June 22, 26, 29, July 3, 6, 12, 14 at 7.30pm
Production supported by Winton Capital.

Yevgeny Onegin (Tchaikovsky)
New production
July 13, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 31, August 2, 4 at 7.30pm

Falstaff (Verdi)
New production, first ever by Opera Holland Park
July 20, 24, 26, 28, 30, August 1, 3 at 7.30pm

Fantastic Mr Fox (Picker)
A revival of the version commissioned by Opera Holland Park especially designed to be performed in the beautiful gardens and natural scenery of Holland Park
July 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, August 2, 4 at 3pm
July 21, 28 at 1pm and 4pm

General booking will open on 19 April 2012 for online bookings, 23 April 2012 for telephone bookings, and 30 April 2012 for personal callers at the box office

Horrible Histories - Barmy Britain
At the Garrick opening February 14 until September 1

Legally Blonde the Musical
At the Savoy Theatre, until October 23
Based on the hit movie of the same name, Legally Blonde the Musical is the Broadway sensation created by a top-of-their-class creative team, led by Tony Award-winning director Jerry Mitchell

Mama Mia - Musical
At the Novello Theatre from September 6 to April 27, 2013

Rock of Ages
Get ready for the ultimate 80's rock mix-tape musical, a hilarious story of hedonism, dreams, love and rock. Rock of Ages is a celebration of classic 80's rock culture, and tells the story of a small town girl and a big city rocker falling in love to the greatest songs of the decade. At the Shaftesbury Theatre, October 20

The Wizard of Oz
At the London Palladium. Follow the yellow brick road over the rainbow and into The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. Andrew Lloyd Webber's new production of The Wizard of Oz is an enchanting adaptation of the all time classic, totally reconceived for the stage by the award-winning creative team that delighted audiences of all ages with their recent London Palladium revival of The Sound of Music. The production will also see Michael Crawford playing the Wizard.
until January 17

The excitement of Shaftesbury Avenue in London's Theatreland
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Der Rosenkavalier - Opening soon
Performances Until February 27th - David McVicar's unforgettable staging makes a highly-anticipated return to ENO and features some of Strauss's most sublime music. ENO’s multi-award-winning Music Director Edward Gardner conducts a glittering cast including Amanda Roocroft, Sarah Connolly, Sophie Bevan, John Tomlinson and Andrew Shore.

Island
National Theatre Learning presents this absorbing new play from Nicky Singer, author of the acclaimed novel Feather Boy which won the Blue Peter Book Award and was subsequently filmed by the BBC, winning a BAFTA for Best Children’s Drama.
Feb 15, 16, 17, 18 >
Info | Tickets

Moon on a Rainbow Shawl
Set as returning troops from the Second World War fill the town with their raucous celebrations, Errol John’s Moon on a Rainbow Shawl, written in 1953, depicts a vibrant, cosmopolitan world that is as harsh as it is filled with colour and warmth.
Mar 07, 08, 09, 10, 12, 13, 14 >
Info | Tickets

Can We Talk About This?
A co-production with DV8 Physical Theatre, based on real voices and interviews, with leading figures from across the religious, political, cultural and social spectrum.
Mar 09, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15 >
Info | Tickets

Collaborators in the Olivier
Transferring to the Olivier Theatre. Inspired by historical fact, Collaborators embarks on a surreal journey into the fevered imagination of Mikhail Bulgakov as he loses himself in a macabre and disturbingly funny relationship with Stalin.
Apr 30, May 01, 02, 03, 10, 11, 12 >

The Barber of Seville
Music by Gioachino Rossini, text by David Parry, Conducted by Paul McGrath, Directed by Thomas Guthrie, The Barber of Seville opens the Spring Season at Hackney Empire, London on Thursday 8 March, 7.30pm.

The Royal Ballet 2012 Season

Island National Theatre Learning presents this absorbing new play from Nicky Singer, author of the acclaimed novel Feather Boy which won the Blue Peter Book Award and was subsequently filmed by the BBC, winning a BAFTA for Best Children’s Drama.Feb 15, 16, 17, 18 > Info | Tickets

Can We Talk About This? A co-production with DV8 Physical Theatre, based on real voices and interviews, with leading figures from across the religious, political, cultural and social spectrum.Mar 09, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15 > Info | Tickets

Island
National Theatre Learning presents this absorbing new play from Nicky Singer, author of the acclaimed novel Feather Boy which won the Blue Peter Book Award and was subsequently filmed by the BBC, winning a BAFTA for Best Children’s Drama.
Feb 15, 16, 17, 18 >
Info | Tickets

Can We Talk About This?
A co-production with DV8 Physical Theatre, based on real voices and interviews, with leading figures from across the religious, political, cultural and social spectrum.
Mar 09, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15 >
Info | Tickets