Shows in London

There are hundreds of people every day who come to one of the many shows in London for an evening of high class entertainment. London’s theatre land is a busy energetic area of London where people of all ages can be seen waiting to see their favourite stars performing in a variety of types of show.

Some of the most popular shows in London are musicals, probably due in part to the contribution made by Andrew Lloyd Webber who has enthralled visitors with shows like Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, Evita, Starlight Express, Cats and many many more. Other really popular musicals at the moment include Elton John’s Lion King at the Lyceum Theatre, which won the London Award for best theatre show in 2006 and 2007, Blood Brothers by Willy Russell at the Phoenix Theatre and Chicago at the Cambridge Theatre.

For something more serious theatre goers can enjoy the works of some of the best authors including classics by Shakespeare, many of which are performed in the authentic surroundings of the reconstruction of Shakespeare’s original Globe Theatre; acclaimed works by well-known writers like Arthur Miller, Harold Pinter and Tennessee Williams and more modern pieces from less well-known pens for example The Fever Chart by Naomi Wallace.

Stand up comedy shows in London take place at comedy clubs in Leicester Square, Covent Garden and other parts of London and, as well as featuring top comic acts, also offer pre-show dining and bar and nightclub facilities for those who want to continue the fun after the show.

For music lovers there are all types of concerts, from classical to jazz and all the latest sounds and performers at any number of venues. The Royal Albert Hall is famous for the Promenade Concerts, whilst the O2 Arena and Wembley Stadium have played host to some of the biggest names in the world of popular music. For lovers of opera the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden is home to both the Royal Opera and the Royal Ballet.

For something more unusual Londoners can sample a variety of acts at one of the cabaret shows at places like the Soho Revue Bar including anything from magicians to on the fringe comedians and even burlesque.

Information about what’s on in London and where and how to book tickets for any of the shows in London can be found online.