Musicals
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LIFE MAY SUCK ON AVENUE Q, but for a bright-eyed college graduate called Princeton, this is his new neighbourhood. A tiny bank balance and a variety of weird and wonderful friends and neighbours lead Princeton on a hilarious journey of self-discovery. Performed by an unholy comedic alliance of humans and puppets(!), AVENUE Q was the winner of the TONY AWARDamp; for BEST NEW MUSICAL, BEST BOOK OF A MUSICAL and BEST ORIGINAL SCORE! Cast includes Julie Atherton (Kate Monster/Lucy The Slut), Luke Evans (Ensemble), Clare Foster (Mrs Thistletwat), Matthew Henry (Swing), Simon Lipkin (Nicky/Trekkie Monster), Siôn Lloyd (Brian), Naoko Mori (Christmas Eve), Gloria Onitiri (Ensemble), Jon Robyns (Princeton/Rod), Jacqui Sanchez (Ensemble), Giles Terera (Gary), Gabriel Vick (Swing) and Yanle Zhong (Swing). Please note: Avenue Q contains scenes which may be unsuitable for Children under 12. Children under 5 are not admitted. Matinees: Friday 5.30pm, Saturday 5pm Evenings: Monday-Thursday 8pm, Friday and Saturday 8.30pm Running time: 2 hours 15 minutes
@ Noel Coward Theatre

LIFE MAY SUCK ON AVENUE Q, but for a bright-eyed college graduate called Princeton, this is his new neighbourhood. A tiny bank balance and a variety of weird and wonderful friends and neighbours lead Princeton on a hilarious journey of self-discovery. Performed by an unholy comedic alliance of humans and puppets(!), AVENUE Q was the winner of the TONY AWARDamp; for BEST NEW MUSICAL, BEST BOOK OF A MUSICAL and BEST ORIGINAL SCORE! Cast includes Julie Atherton (Kate Monster/Lucy The Slut), Luke Evans (Ensemble), Clare Foster (Mrs Thistletwat), Matthew Henry (Swing), Simon Lipkin (Nicky/Trekkie Monster), Siôn Lloyd (Brian), Naoko Mori (Christmas Eve), Gloria Onitiri (Ensemble), Jon Robyns (Princeton/Rod), Jacqui Sanchez (Ensemble), Giles Terera (Gary), Gabriel Vick (Swing) and Yanle Zhong (Swing). Please note: Avenue Q contains scenes which may be unsuitable for Children under 12. Children under 5 are not admitted. Matinees: Friday 5.30pm, Saturday 5pm Evenings: Monday-Thursday 8pm, Friday and Saturday 8.30pm Running time: 2 hours 15 minutes Information

Since opening a year ago, the cult hit show Avenue Q has been playing to hugely enthusiastic crowds and standing ovations, proving highly addictive with its legion of fans coming back to see it over and over!
The show is set in a mythical NYC block occupied by an endearing, oddball collection of people; kooky Christmas Eve and hapless hubby Brian and puppets: sloppy Nicky, closeted Rod, lost soul Princeton, lovelorn Kate, porn-happy Trekkie Monster, and bimbo-licious Lucy The Slut!
They swear like sailors, engage in kinky puppet coitus, and even impart valuable and/or absurd life lessons. These folks wouldn't be at home on Sesame Street -- heck, they wouldn't even be welcome on Sesame Street.
To call it a puppet show does it a disservice, Sesame Street for grown-ups isn't right either. There's no handy way to describe Avenue Q except as the furriest, and one of the funniest, shows you're likely ever to see.
Avenue Q contains scenes which may be unsuitable for children under 12. Children under 5 are not admitted.
However, it is safe to say that if you are an adult with a good sense of humour, then Avenue Q is right up your street!

Noel Coward Theatre Information

St Martin's Lane
London
WC2N 4AA



Nearest Underground Station: Leicester Square
Buses:24, 29, 176
Nearest Train Station: Charing Cross
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A funny, heart-rending and feel-good celebration of a young boy's dream in a moving tale of triumph over misery. The movie, released in October 2000, won over hearts in cinemas all over the world. Billy Elliot smashed box office records and was nominated for 3 Oscars and 13 Bafta awards. The core of the creative team behind the film - writer Lee Hall, director Stephen Daldry and choreographer Peter Darling - have reunited to create a stunning musical staging. Joined by Elton John, who provides an alternately blasting and gentle score that is rooted in a contemporary pop rock idiom and is probably his best theatrical work to date, they have not only deepened and lengthened the material but have also made it far more emotionally penetrating and resonant. Please note: Due to the prescence of bad language and violence, the producers of the show recommend that children under the age of 12 not be permitted to attend; however, children above the age of 7 will be admitted. Matinees: Thursday and Saturday 2.30pm Evenings: Monday to Saturday 7.30pm Running Time: 3 hours Buy Billy Elliot tickets now online and enjoy great savings.
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A funny, heart-rending and feel-good celebration of a young boy's dream in a moving tale of triumph over misery. The movie, released in October 2000, won over hearts in cinemas all over the world. Billy Elliot smashed box office records and was nominated for 3 Oscars and 13 Bafta awards. The core of the creative team behind the film - writer Lee Hall, director Stephen Daldry and choreographer Peter Darling - have reunited to create a stunning musical staging. Joined by Elton John, who provides an alternately blasting and gentle score that is rooted in a contemporary pop rock idiom and is probably his best theatrical work to date, they have not only deepened and lengthened the material but have also made it far more emotionally penetrating and resonant. Please note: Due to the prescence of bad language and violence, the producers of the show recommend that children under the age of 12 not be permitted to attend; however, children above the age of 7 will be admitted. Matinees: Thursday and Saturday 2.30pm Evenings: Monday to Saturday 7.30pm Running Time: 3 hours Buy Billy Elliot tickets now online and enjoy great savings. Information

A funny, heart-warming and feel-good celebration of one young boy's dream in a gripping tale of triumph over adversity. This original story captured the hearts and minds of the world when the movie was released in October 2000. Nominated for 3 Oscars and 13 Bafta awards this poignant film broke box office records across the world.
This brilliant new staging is an adaptation of one of the most adored British films of the last decade. The extraordinary movie written by Lee Hall, directed by Stephen Daldry and choreographed by Peter Darling, has been developed for the stage by the same multi-award winning creative team. The score has been composed by music legend Elton John, the most celebrated UK singer songwriter of the last 30 years.
Please note: Due to the prescence of bad language and violence, the producers of the show recommend that children under the age of 12 not be permitted to attend; however, children above the age of 7 will be admitted.

Victoria Palace Information

Victoria Street
London
SW1E 5EA



Nearest Underground Station: Victoria
Buses:2, 8, 11, 16, 24, 36, 38, 52, 73, 82, 148, 185, 211, 239, 436, 507, 705, C1, C10, 73, 511 Victoria Bus Station
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The story of Mikey and Eddie takes us to Liverpool at around the time of the coal miner strikes. Their desperate single mother gives away one of her baby boys and seeks to hide their true identities from each other as they gro up on opposite sides of the tracks. However, their lives become linked and their mother's secrecy leads to tragedy in the end. Now regarded as one of the all time great British musicals - awarded with 4 awards for best musiacl in London and 7 Tony Award nominations on Broadway - Blood Brothers has touched the hearts and minds of a generation of theatregoers in dealing with two of the most pressing social issues of our time: inequality and unemployment. The score includes "Bright New Day", "Marylin Monroe, and "Tell Me It's Not True". Matinees: Thursday 3pm and Saturday 4pm Evenings: Monday to Saturday 7:45pm Running Time: 2 hours and 45 minutes Buy your top price tickets now online. Pay £22.50 per ticket, instead of £48.50.
@ Phoenix Theatre

The story of Mikey and Eddie takes us to Liverpool at around the time of the coal miner strikes. Their desperate single mother gives away one of her baby boys and seeks to hide their true identities from each other as they gro up on opposite sides of the tracks. However, their lives become linked and their mother's secrecy leads to tragedy in the end. Now regarded as one of the all time great British musicals - awarded with 4 awards for best musiacl in London and 7 Tony Award nominations on Broadway - Blood Brothers has touched the hearts and minds of a generation of theatregoers in dealing with two of the most pressing social issues of our time: inequality and unemployment. The score includes "Bright New Day", "Marylin Monroe, and "Tell Me It's Not True". Matinees: Thursday 3pm and Saturday 4pm Evenings: Monday to Saturday 7:45pm Running Time: 2 hours and 45 minutes Buy your top price tickets now online. Pay £22.50 per ticket, instead of £48.50. Information

Written by the legendary Willy Russell, BLOOD BROTHERS tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with tragic consequences. The incredible score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It's Not True. Hailed as one of the best musicals of all time - scooping up no less than four awards for best musical in London and seven Tony Award nominations on Broadway - Blood Brothers is currently booking into its 20th year.
The recommended age for children is age 12 and above. Children under the age of 4 will not be admitted to the theatre.

Phoenix Theatre Information

Charing Cross Road
London
WC2H 0JG

The Phoenix Theatre opened in 1930 with the premiere of Noel Coward''s Private Lives featuring Coward himself in the cast, along with Gertrude Lawrence, Adrienne Allen and a young Laurence Olivier.
Coward formed a strong association with The Phoenix returning with Gertrude Lawrence as his co-star in 1936 with the programme of the one -act play Tonight at 8.30. He returned again in 1952 with Quadrille, which opened only a few days after the death of Gertie Lawrence, and Coward wrote how difficult it was to sit through that first night in what he and Gertie had always referred to as ''our theatre''.

The Phoenix enjoyed a succession of very successful plays including John Gielgud''s Love for Love during the war, and a season featuring Paul Scofield and Peter Brook in the mid fifties.

A new musical Canterbury Tales adapted from Chaucer''s famous book opened in 1968 and began a 2000 performance run.

The eighties and nineties have seen many award-winning musicals, including The baker''s Wife by Stephen Schwarz (directed by Trevor Nunn) and the delightful Into the wood by Stephen Sondheim starring Julia McEnzie; as well as a very successful season of Shakespeare plays.

The current production Blood Brothers, a musical by Willy Russell, which transferred from the Albery in 1991, is the longest running show ever at the Phoenix.

The Building:
The theatre opened in 1930 and was beautifully designed by Giles Gilbert Scott, Bertie Crewe and Cecil Masey, with Theodore Komisarjevsky as Art Director.

The entrance on the corner of Charing Cross Road and Flitcroft Street is a rotunda with four columns above the canopy topped by an attic with square windows.

A change of ownership in 1966 led to a refurbishment programme, including the construction of the Noel oward bar in the Phoenix Street foyer, which was open by the great man himself in 1969.

Respecting the tradition of the Italian theatres, the auditorium shines with golden engraves, red seats, carpet and curtains.

Above the boxes we can admire panels by Vladimir Polunin after Tintoretto, Titian and Giorgione, and the entire safety curtain is a rendition of Jacopo del Sellaio''s The Triumph Of Love.

Also, throughout the building, we can enjoy the sculpted wooden doors and the decorated ceilings.

Nearest Underground Station: Leicester Square,Tottenham Court Road
Buses:19, 22, 24, 38, 40, 176
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Over forty years ago, the man who changed the face of popular music tragically died in a plane crash aged 22. Now Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story tells of the three years in which he became the World's top recording artist with a show that features over twenty of Buddy Holly's greatest hits including 'Peggy Sue', 'That'll Be The Day', 'Oh Boy', 'Rave On', 'Heartbeat' and 'Raining In My Heart'. 'Buddy' has had audiences on their feet in every corner of the globe. 'The World's most successful rock 'n' roll musical is a toe tapping, hand clapping extravaganza which will have you 'up and dancing in the aisles'.
@ Duchess Theatre

Over forty years ago, the man who changed the face of popular music tragically died in a plane crash aged 22. Now Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story tells of the three years in which he became the World's top recording artist with a show that features over twenty of Buddy Holly's greatest hits including 'Peggy Sue', 'That'll Be The Day', 'Oh Boy', 'Rave On', 'Heartbeat' and 'Raining In My Heart'. 'Buddy' has had audiences on their feet in every corner of the globe. 'The World's most successful rock 'n' roll musical is a toe tapping, hand clapping extravaganza which will have you 'up and dancing in the aisles'. Information

Over forty years ago, the man who changed the face of popular music tragically died in a plane crash aged 22. Now Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story tells of the three years in which he became the World's top recording artist with a show that features over twenty of Buddy Holly's greatest hits including 'Peggy Sue', 'That'll Be The Day', 'Oh Boy', 'Rave On', 'Heartbeat' and 'Raining In My Heart'.
'Buddy' has had audiences on their feet in every corner of the globe. 'The World's most successful rock 'n' roll musical is a toe tapping, hand clapping extravaganza which will have you 'up and dancing in the aisles'.
Whether you experienced this exciting period of musical history firsthand or weren't even born yet, you won't want to miss the electrifying party that is Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story!

Duchess Theatre Information

Catherine Street
London
WC2B 5LA



Nearest Underground Station: Covent Garden
Buses:1, 4, 6, 11, 13, 15, 23, 26, 59, 68, 76, 77A, 91, 139, 168, 171, 172, 176, 188, 243, 341
Nearest Train Station: Charing Cross
Parking: Charing Cross
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"Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome, in cabaret, au cabaret, to cabaret!" Cabaret finally returns to the London stage at the Lyric Theatre in a major new West End production Kander and Ebb's remarkable musical turns the pre-war Berlin of 1931 into a dark and sexually charged haven of decadence, its extraordinary and morally ambiguous inhabitants determined to keep up appearances as the real world - the world outside the comfortable sanctuary of the cabaret - prepares for the nightmarish chaos of war. Its stage and screen awards include 8 Oscars, 7 BAFTA's and 13 Tony Awards. Join the legendary Sally Bowles live at the Kit Kat Klub: "a shimmering masterpiece of a show guaranteed night after night! It's divine decadence darling!" The cast includes Anna Maxwell Martin (Sally Bowles), James Dreyfus (Emcee), Sheila Hancock (Fraulein Schneider) and Michael Hayden (Clifford Bradshaw) and is directed by Rufus Norris. Please note: This production of Cabaret is recommended as suitable for over 12s, subject to parental/teacher guidance, as the subject matter deals with adult themes and the staging includes some brief moments of nudity. Matinees: Wednesday and Saturday 3pm Evenings: Monday-Saturday 7.45pm Running Time: 150 minutes
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"Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome, in cabaret, au cabaret, to cabaret!" Cabaret finally returns to the London stage at the Lyric Theatre in a major new West End production Kander and Ebb's remarkable musical turns the pre-war Berlin of 1931 into a dark and sexually charged haven of decadence, its extraordinary and morally ambiguous inhabitants determined to keep up appearances as the real world - the world outside the comfortable sanctuary of the cabaret - prepares for the nightmarish chaos of war. Its stage and screen awards include 8 Oscars, 7 BAFTA's and 13 Tony Awards. Join the legendary Sally Bowles live at the Kit Kat Klub: "a shimmering masterpiece of a show guaranteed night after night! It's divine decadence darling!" The cast includes Anna Maxwell Martin (Sally Bowles), James Dreyfus (Emcee), Sheila Hancock (Fraulein Schneider) and Michael Hayden (Clifford Bradshaw) and is directed by Rufus Norris. Please note: This production of Cabaret is recommended as suitable for over 12s, subject to parental/teacher guidance, as the subject matter deals with adult themes and the staging includes some brief moments of nudity. Matinees: Wednesday and Saturday 3pm Evenings: Monday-Saturday 7.45pm Running Time: 150 minutes Information

"Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome, in cabaret, au cabaret, to cabaret!" This multi award-winning production of Kander and Ebb's landmark show CABARET turns Weimar Berlin of 1931 into a dark and sexually charged haven of decadence: its extraordinary and morally ambiguous inhabitants determined to keep up appearances as the real world prepares for the nightmarish chaos of war.
And at its heart is the legendary Sally Bowles who performs nightly at the infamous Kit Kat Klub in 'a shimmering masterpiece of a show guaranteed night after night! It's divine decadence darling!'
Cabaret, with book by Joe Matseroff, music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb, was based on John van Druten's play I am a Camera which in turn took its inspiration from Christopher Isherwood's Berlin stories. The multi award-winning musical was conceived in 1966, later becoming the 1972 film with Liza Minnelli, Michael York and Joel Grey - the film was to win 8 Academy Awards. Cabaret was the second of Kander and Ebb's musical collaborations. Their other work together includes Chicago, Flora, The Red Menace, The Act, The Rink, Steel Pier and Kiss of the Spider Woman.
Amy Nutall plays the role of Sally and Alistair McGowan plays Emcee.
Please note: This production of Cabaret is recommended as suitable for over 12s, subject to parental/teacher guidance, as the subject matter deals with adult themes and the staging includes some brief moments of nudity.

Lyric Theatre Information

29 Shaftesbury Avenue
London
W1D 7ES



Nearest Underground Station: Leicester Square
Buses:14, 19, 22B, 38, 53, 88, 94, 159
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"As close to musical heaven as you are likely to get" (The News of the World) CHICAGO tells the story of Roxie Hart, a chorus girl who murders her lover when he ditches her. This could be the final curtain for Roxy, but she manages - with the help of her sleezy Razzle-Dazzle lawyer not only to avoid prison but uses the trial to propel herself to showbiz stardom along with another murderous chorus girl, Velma Kelly. The show is running in it's 10th sensational year. Book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, directed by Walter Bobbie, with Tony Hadley, Aoife Mulholland and Annette McLaughlin. Fresh from her breath-taking performances on ITV's Dancing on Ice, winner Suzanne Shaw joins CHICAGO as Roxie Hart for 6 weeks only. Having risen to fame on ITV's Popstars and subsequently in the band Hear'Say, Suzanne is no stranger to the West End and has been seen as the Narrator in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and Janet in The Rocky Horror Show. Suzanne Shaw will star as Roxie Hart from the 2nd June 2008 until the 13th July 2008. She will not perform the matinee and evening performances on Fridays. Matinees: Friday 4.30pm and Saturday 3pm Evenings: Monday to Saturday 8pm Running Time: 2 hours 20 minutes Buy tickets for Chicago online and enjoy great savings.
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"As close to musical heaven as you are likely to get" (The News of the World) CHICAGO tells the story of Roxie Hart, a chorus girl who murders her lover when he ditches her. This could be the final curtain for Roxy, but she manages - with the help of her sleezy Razzle-Dazzle lawyer not only to avoid prison but uses the trial to propel herself to showbiz stardom along with another murderous chorus girl, Velma Kelly. The show is running in it's 10th sensational year. Book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, directed by Walter Bobbie, with Tony Hadley, Aoife Mulholland and Annette McLaughlin. Fresh from her breath-taking performances on ITV's Dancing on Ice, winner Suzanne Shaw joins CHICAGO as Roxie Hart for 6 weeks only. Having risen to fame on ITV's Popstars and subsequently in the band Hear'Say, Suzanne is no stranger to the West End and has been seen as the Narrator in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and Janet in The Rocky Horror Show. Suzanne Shaw will star as Roxie Hart from the 2nd June 2008 until the 13th July 2008. She will not perform the matinee and evening performances on Fridays. Matinees: Friday 4.30pm and Saturday 3pm Evenings: Monday to Saturday 8pm Running Time: 2 hours 20 minutes Buy tickets for Chicago online and enjoy great savings. Information

The smash-hit musical CHICAGO celebrates 10 glittering, celebrity-studded years in the West End. Already the longest running American musical ever to play in London, this multi-award winning international production is filled with sexy, sassy and sensational choreography inspired by the legendary Bob Fosse, and a sizzling score including All That Jazz and Razzle Dazzle. It's no wonder The Times calls it 'the sharpest, slickest show on the block'.
A nightclub dancer. a smooth-talking lawyer. and a cell block of sin. It would be a crime to miss it.Fresh from her breath-taking performances on ITV's Dancing on Ice, winner Suzanne Shaw joins CHICAGO as Roxie Hart for 6 weeks only. Having risen to fame on ITV's Popstars and subsequently in the band Hear'Say, Suzanne is no stranger to the West End and has been seen as the Narrator in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and Janet in The Rocky Horror Show.

Suzanne Shaw will star as Roxie Hart from the 2nd June 2008 until the 13th July 2008. She will not perform the matinee performances on Fridays.

Cambridge Theatre Information

Earlham Street

WC2 9HU



Nearest Underground Station: Covent Garden
Buses:1, 14, 19, 22, 29, 34, 55, 176
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You'll have 'the time of your life!' Beloved coming of age film, Dirty Dancing comes to the Westend stage to take you back to 1963. . when everybody called me Baby and it didn't occur to me to mind. That was before President Kennedy got shot, before the Beatles came, when I couldn't wait to join the Peace Corps and I thought I'd never find a guy as great as my dad. That was the summer we went to Kellerman's' Experience the excitement and romance of the blockbuster film live on stage. Featuring the hit songs from the best selling movie soundtrack of all time including; Time Of My Life, Hungry Eyes, Hey Baby and Do You Love Me? First dance. First love. PG - Parental guidance is advised. The show features a limited amount of mild swearing and themes of a sexual nature. Row L and M of the Dress Circle are slightly restricted by an overhang. Matinees: Friday 5.15pm, Saturday 3pm (as of 22 October 2007, 3pm on Fridays) Evenings: Monday-Thursday, Saturday 7.45pm, Friday 8.30pm (as of 22nd October 2007, 7.30pm on Fridays)
@ Aldwych Theatre

You'll have 'the time of your life!' Beloved coming of age film, Dirty Dancing comes to the Westend stage to take you back to 1963. . when everybody called me Baby and it didn't occur to me to mind. That was before President Kennedy got shot, before the Beatles came, when I couldn't wait to join the Peace Corps and I thought I'd never find a guy as great as my dad. That was the summer we went to Kellerman's' Experience the excitement and romance of the blockbuster film live on stage. Featuring the hit songs from the best selling movie soundtrack of all time including; Time Of My Life, Hungry Eyes, Hey Baby and Do You Love Me? First dance. First love. PG - Parental guidance is advised. The show features a limited amount of mild swearing and themes of a sexual nature. Row L and M of the Dress Circle are slightly restricted by an overhang. Matinees: Friday 5.15pm, Saturday 3pm (as of 22 October 2007, 3pm on Fridays) Evenings: Monday-Thursday, Saturday 7.45pm, Friday 8.30pm (as of 22nd October 2007, 7.30pm on Fridays) Information

You'll have 'the time of your life!'
Beloved coming of age film, Dirty Dancing comes to the West End stage to take you back to 1963.
. when everybody called me Baby and it didn't occur to me to mind. That was before President Kennedy got shot, before the Beatles came, when I couldn't wait to join the Peace Corps and I thought I'd never find a guy as great as my dad. That was the summer we went to Kellermans'
Experience the excitement and romance of the blockbuster film - live on stage. Featuring the hit songs from the best selling movie soundtrack of all time including; Time Of My Life, Hungry Eyes, Hey Baby and Do You Love Me? First dance. First love.
PG - Parental guidance is advised. The show features a limited amount of mild swearing and themes of a sexual nature
Row L and M of the Dress Circle are slightly restricted by an overhang.

Aldwych Theatre Information

Aldwych
London
WC2B 4DF



Nearest Underground Station: Covent Garden
Buses:1, 4, 11, 13, 15, 68, 98
Nearest Train Station: Charing Cross
Parking: Charing Cross
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Divas @ Apollo Theatre

Divas Information

Performed by the Peter Schaufuss Dance Company from Denmark, this spectacular dance show portrays three of the world's greatest female icons Edith Piaf, Marlene Dietrich and Judy Garland. The story focuses on the art and individuality of the three singers and is performed to the original songs. Brilliant lighting and staging relives the glitz and glamour of Hollywood in an exhilarating show for the whole family.

Apollo Theatre Information

Shaftesbury Avenue
London
W1D 7EZ



Nearest Underground Station: Piccadilly Circus
Buses:1, 14, 19, 22, 24, 29, 38, 55, 176
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Gone with the Wind @ New London Theatre

Gone with the Wind Information

Set in 1860's Atlanta GONE WITH THE WIND follows the captivating and passionate story of Scarlett O'Hara and her turbulent relationship with the unpredictable, yet irresistible, Rhett Butler. Against the backdrop of the Civil War Scarlett embarks on an incredible journey of romantic ecstasy and tragic grief spanning ten years. As the epic tale draws to a close Scarlett discovers that the world she has known has changed forever.
The cast is led by Jill Paice as Scarlett O'Hara and Darius Danesh as Rhett Butler.
This landmark new musical is directed by the legendary Trevor Nunn who reunites with designer John Napier, his collaborator on worldwide smash hits including Cats and Les Miserables. The stunning original score is by Margaret Martin who has also adapted the story from Margaret Mitchell's Pulitzer Prize winning novel.

New London Theatre Information

Drury Lane
London
WC2B 5PW



Nearest Underground Station: Covent Garden
Buses:1, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 23, 26, 59, 68, 76, 77A, 91, 139, 168, 171, 172, 176, 188, 243, 341, 521, X68
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It's the story of Sandy and Danny, dance contests, graduation, drive-ins and wishing the summer would never end; of fighting and thinking they mean it when all they really care about is making up. It's the story of the Thunderbirds and the Pink Ladies, Greased Lightnin', gang rumbles, Thunder Road, Rydell High and the Class of '59. Grease is forever! Book now to see newcomers Susan McFadden as Sandy and Danny Bayne as Danny, winner of the talent finder show "grease is the Word". See Grease as it returns to London's West End featuring all the songs from the hit film including ‘You’re The One That I Want’, ‘Sandy’, ‘Grease Is The Word’, ‘Hopelessly Devoted’, ‘Summer Nights’ and many more.
@ Piccadilly Theatre

It's the story of Sandy and Danny, dance contests, graduation, drive-ins and wishing the summer would never end; of fighting and thinking they mean it when all they really care about is making up. It's the story of the Thunderbirds and the Pink Ladies, Greased Lightnin', gang rumbles, Thunder Road, Rydell High and the Class of '59. Grease is forever! Book now to see newcomers Susan McFadden as Sandy and Danny Bayne as Danny, winner of the talent finder show "grease is the Word". See Grease as it returns to London's West End featuring all the songs from the hit film including ‘You’re The One That I Want’, ‘Sandy’, ‘Grease Is The Word’, ‘Hopelessly Devoted’, ‘Summer Nights’ and many more. Information

GREASE, the world's no.1 musical, has stormed onto the stage of London's Piccadilly Theatre bringing with it two brand new stars and all the unforgettable hit songs from the movie including You're The One That I Want, Grease is the Word, and Summer Nights.
Join the irresistible Danny Bayne as Danny and the gorgeous Susan McFadden as Sandy along with the groovy T-Birds, those sassy Pink Ladies and the whole gang from Rydell High at London's high-octane rock 'n' roll party of the year!
Please note: Although the producers of Grease cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, Danny Bayne and Susan McFadden are expected to perform at all performances until 14/6/08, subject always to illness and holidays (see below for details)
Susan McFadden will be on holiday the week commencing 4th February 2008 and will return on the 11th February 2008. She will also be on holiday the week commencing 31st March 2008 and will return on the 7th April 2008.
Danny Bayne will be on holiday the week commencing 21st January 2008 and will return on the 28th January 2008. He will also be on holiday the week commencing 14th April 2008 and will return on the 21st April 2008.

Piccadilly Theatre Information

Denman Street
London
W1D 7DY



Nearest Underground Station: Piccadilly
Buses:3, 6, 9, 12, 13 ,14, 15, 19, 22, 23, 38, 88, 94, 139, 159, 453
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Hairspray @ Shaftesbury Theatre

Hairspray Information

Please see below for Michael Ball's performance schedule
HAIRSPRAY, the smash hit musical comedy, is now playing in London's West End. With standing ovations every night and unanimous critical acclaim, the show has broken box office records at the Shaftesbury Theatre! This 'feel great show' (Guardian), starring Michael Ball, has recently been awarded Best Musical in the Olivier Awards 2008, the Critics Circle Awards 2008, the What's on Stage Theatregoers Choice Awards 2008 and the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2007.
Follow Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair and an even bigger heart as she sets out to dance her way onto TV's most popular dance show. Can this ordinary girl realise her extraordinary dreams, inspire her mum and still have time to win the boy she loves?
Michael Ball, one of Britain's leading musical stars, is 'spectacular' (Daily Telegraph) as he undergoes a major transformation to play Tracy's larger than life mother Edna, and has been awarded Best Actor in a Musical for the role in the 2008 Olivier Awards. Leanne Jones, 'in an astonishingly accomplished stage debut' (Evening Standard) has won the 2008 Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Musical in the role of Tracy. 'Musical star' (Sunday Times) Ben James-Ellis, who first shot to fame on the reality TV show Any Dream Will Do, plays heart-throb Link Larkin. .


From the 28th April 2008 Michael Ball will not perform on Monday evenings. He is contracted to play Edna until the 25th October 2008 with the following exceptions due to scheduled holiday and prior commitments:

28th April 2008 to 5th May 2008, returning 6th May
30th June to 7th July 2008, returning 8th July
15th September to 22nd September, returning 23rd September

He will also not perform:
Saturday 14th June - both performances
Saturday 19th July - both performances
Saturday 2nd August - both performances

At these performances the role of Edna will be played by Adam Price

Shaftesbury Theatre Information

210 Shaftesbury Avenue
London
WC2H 8DP



Nearest Underground Station: Leicester Square
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High School Musical @ Hammersmith Apollo

High School Musical Information

Get ready for 'the start of something new!' The stage production based on the Disney Channel Original Movie HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL is going live in London with a strictly limited run at the Hammersmith Apollo. Prepare yourself for the chance to see your favourite movie brought to life in the capital - this show is everything you love about the movie with added fun.
Watch the twists and turns of the lovable schoolmates - Troy, super-popular captain of the basketball team, and Gabriella, super-smart transfer student and a genius in science class - as they surf the tricky tides of peer pressure and canteen cliques to follow their dreams and score the leads in the big school show, and a place in each others hearts.
Disney's HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL ON STAGE follows the much-loved story of the movie, featuring all your favourite characters and songs, together with two brand new numbers performed by the country's hottest dancers and an electrifying live band. So 'get'cha head in the game' and go totally wild for Disney's HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL.
Please Note: Age Limit is 3 years plus, all children must have a valid ticket.
If the mail delivery option is selected, tickets will be post out nearer the performance date.

Hammersmith Apollo Information

Queen Caroline Street
Hammersmith, London
W6 9QH



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Into The Hoods @ Novello Theatre

Into The Hoods Information

Don't miss THE theatrical event of the year - the likes of which has never been seen before in the West End.
Into the Hoods is a fabulous fusion of fairy tales, groovy tunes, wicked dance moves and cool movies. It's a funktastic reworking of Stephen Sondheim's classic musical Into the Woods performed by the multi-talented and critically acclaimed 'ZooNation'. Originating at Sadler's Wells, the show has been the smash-hit of the last two Edinburgh Fringe Festivals.
Featuring music from Gorillaz, Massive Attack, Prince, Basement Jaxx, Stevie Wonder, Kanye West, Jay-Z, Janet Jackson, James Brown, Snoop Dogg, Dr Dre, Black Eyed Peas, Bob Marley, The Chemical Brothers, and many, many more.

Novello Theatre Information

5 Aldwych
London
WC2B 4LD



Nearest Underground Station: Holborn, Covent Garden
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Jersey Boys @ Prince Edward Theatre

Jersey Boys Information

Jersey Boys follows the rags-to-riches tale of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons as they work their way from the streets of Newark to the heights of stardom, and features such hits as 'Sherry,' 'Big Girls Don't Cry,' 'Can't Take My Eyes Off of You,' 'Oh, What a Night' and many more.
Directed by Des McAnuff, with a book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice and music and lyrics by Bob Crewe and The Four Seasons' own Bob Gaudio, it has won four Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Actor in a Musical, Best Featured Actor in a Musical and Best Lighting Design of a Musical. McAnuff is on board for the London version of the show, as are the Broadway creative team: choreographer Sergio Trujillo, production designer Klara Zieglerova, lighting designer Binkley and costume designer Jess Goldstein.
Please Note: Due to strong language this show may be unsuitable for children under the age of 12.

Prince Edward Theatre Information

Old Compton Street
London
W1D 4HS



Nearest Underground Station: Leicester Square
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Note: please see below for details of Lee Mead's holidays. Joseph returns to London's West End in his bright coat of many colours. In a fresh staging of the triumphant 1990s London Palladium production Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's family classic is ready to stun a whole it's audience. This dazzling renarration of the biblical story about dreamboat Joseph, his uncannily abilities and his designer coat appeals to young and old alike with a score packed with hits - including Close Every Door and Any Dream Will Do. For a limited season only, and with a young company led by a new star, JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT is a must see. Get your Joseph ticket online today! Please note that Lee Mead will be on holiday on 5th-10th May 2008. He will not perform on any of these dates. Lewis Bradley (3rd place, BBC's Any Dream Will Do) will perform when Lee Mead is on holiday. Contrary to earlier schedules, Lee Mead will now perform from the 25th to the 27th June 2008. For the new booking period, Lee Mead will be on holiday 28th July to 5th August, and 3rd to 11th November inclusive. His replacement is TBC. Lee Mead is contracted to perform until the 10th January 2009. From the 9th June the narrator will be played by Jenna Lee James. She will not perform Monday and Thursday evenings.
@ Adelphi Theatre

Note: please see below for details of Lee Mead's holidays. Joseph returns to London's West End in his bright coat of many colours. In a fresh staging of the triumphant 1990s London Palladium production Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's family classic is ready to stun a whole it's audience. This dazzling renarration of the biblical story about dreamboat Joseph, his uncannily abilities and his designer coat appeals to young and old alike with a score packed with hits - including Close Every Door and Any Dream Will Do. For a limited season only, and with a young company led by a new star, JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT is a must see. Get your Joseph ticket online today! Please note that Lee Mead will be on holiday on 5th-10th May 2008. He will not perform on any of these dates. Lewis Bradley (3rd place, BBC's Any Dream Will Do) will perform when Lee Mead is on holiday. Contrary to earlier schedules, Lee Mead will now perform from the 25th to the 27th June 2008. For the new booking period, Lee Mead will be on holiday 28th July to 5th August, and 3rd to 11th November inclusive. His replacement is TBC. Lee Mead is contracted to perform until the 10th January 2009. From the 9th June the narrator will be played by Jenna Lee James. She will not perform Monday and Thursday evenings. Information

Note: Please see below for details of Lee Mead's holidays
With a crash of drums and a flash of light Joseph return to the West End in his dazzling coat of many colours.
In a new staging of the record breaking 1990s London Palladium production Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's family classic is ready to please a whole new generation.
This colourful retelling of the biblical story about dreamboat Joseph, his uncanny abilities and his designer coat sings out to young and old alike with a score which is wall to wall hits - including Close Every Door and Any Dream Will Do.
Go, Go, Go, Joseph.
Please note that Lee Mead will be on holiday on 5th-10th May 2008. He will not perform on any of these dates. Lewis Bradley (3rd place, BBC's Any Dream Will Do) will perform when Lee Mead is on holiday.
Contrary to earlier schedules, Lee Mead will now perform from the 25th to the 27th June 2008.
Lee Mead will be on holiday 28th July to 5th August, and the 3rd to the 11th November inclusive. His replacement is TBC.
Lee Mead is contracted to perform until the 10th January 2009.
From the 9th June the narrator will be played by Jenna Lee James. She will not perform Monday and Thursday evenings.

Adelphi Theatre Information

Strand
London
WC2E 7NA



Nearest Underground Station: Covent Garden
Buses:6, 9, 11,13, 15, 23, 77A, 91, 139, 176
Nearest Train Station: Charing Cross
Parking: Charing Cross
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Les Miserables has undeniably become the world's most popular musical. More than 50 million people in 38 countries have seen Jean Valjean struggling against adversity. Since its celebrated opening in London in October 1985, this production has captured the imagination and exaltation of the theatregoers. Set in France in the 19th century, the dramatic score includes the songs 'On My Own', 'One Day More' and 'Do You Hear The People Sing?'. The Cameron Mackintosh/Royal Shakespeare Company production of LES MISERABLES by Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schonberg, is based on the novel by Victor Hugo, has lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer and music by Claude-Michel Schonberg, with original text by Alain Boublil and additional material by James Fenton. LES MISERABLES is adapted and directed by Trevor Nunn and John Caird. LES MISERABLES has been played in 21 languages yet. It became the first full-scale Western musical to play in China in the English language when it opened for a limited run at the Shanghai Grand Theatre in June 2002, where it sold out to a ravished reception. Cast includes Colm Wilkinson (Jean Valjean), Roger Allam (Javert). Matinees: Wednesday and Saturday 2.30pm Evenings: Monday to Saturday 7.30pm Running Time: 3 hours Please Note: seats on the side of the upper circle are classed as side view restricted Les Miserables tickets are available for £37.50, reduced from £55.00. Buy your musical tickets now online!
@ Queen's Theatre

Les Miserables has undeniably become the world's most popular musical. More than 50 million people in 38 countries have seen Jean Valjean struggling against adversity. Since its celebrated opening in London in October 1985, this production has captured the imagination and exaltation of the theatregoers. Set in France in the 19th century, the dramatic score includes the songs 'On My Own', 'One Day More' and 'Do You Hear The People Sing?'. The Cameron Mackintosh/Royal Shakespeare Company production of LES MISERABLES by Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schonberg, is based on the novel by Victor Hugo, has lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer and music by Claude-Michel Schonberg, with original text by Alain Boublil and additional material by James Fenton. LES MISERABLES is adapted and directed by Trevor Nunn and John Caird. LES MISERABLES has been played in 21 languages yet. It became the first full-scale Western musical to play in China in the English language when it opened for a limited run at the Shanghai Grand Theatre in June 2002, where it sold out to a ravished reception. Cast includes Colm Wilkinson (Jean Valjean), Roger Allam (Javert). Matinees: Wednesday and Saturday 2.30pm Evenings: Monday to Saturday 7.30pm Running Time: 3 hours Please Note: seats on the side of the upper circle are classed as side view restricted Les Miserables tickets are available for £37.50, reduced from £55.00. Buy your musical tickets now online! Information

Les Miserables has indisputably become the world's most popular musical, having been seen by over 50 million people worldwide, in 38 countries and in 21 languages. From its celebrated opening in London in October 1985, this adaptation immediately captured the imagination and enthusiasm of the theatre-going public. Set in 19th century France, the dramatic score includes the songs 'On My Own', 'One Day More' and 'Do You Hear The People Sing?'.
There have been 31 cast recordings of Les Miserables, including the multi-platinum London cast album and the Grammy Award-winning Broadway cast and complete symphonic albums. The video of the 10th Anniversary Royal Albert Hall Gala Concert has sold well over one million copies worldwide, making it one of the best-selling musical videos in the UK.
The Cameron Mackintosh/Royal Shakespeare Company production of "LES MISERABLES" by Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schonberg, is based on the novel by Victor Hugo, has lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer and music by Claude-Michel Schonberg, with original text by Alain Boublil and additional material by James Fenton. "LES MISERABLES" is adapted and directed by Trevor Nunn and John Caird.
Please Note: seats on the side of the upper circle are classed as side view restricted

Queen's Theatre Information

Shaftesbury Avenue
London
W1D 6BA



Nearest Underground Station: Piccadilly Circus
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Over 20 million people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show! Writer Catherine Johnson's joyful, witty story develops on a Greek paradisiac island. On the eve of her wedding day, a young woman's efforts to discover her father's identity lead 3 men from her mother's past back to the place they last visited 20 years ago. The story-telling magic of ABBA's timeless songs drives this adorable tale of love, laughter and friendship, and night after night everyone's having the time of their lives! The show features 27 of Abba's most loved songs including Dancing Queen, Knowing Me Knowing You, Super Trouper, Voulez-vous and, of course Mamma Mia! Evenings: Monday to Thursday and Saturday 7.30pm Friday 8.30pm Running Time: 2 hours 45 minutes See Mamma Mia on London's West End Stage. Buy your tickets online and enjoy great discounts!
@ Prince of Wales Theatre

Over 20 million people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show! Writer Catherine Johnson's joyful, witty story develops on a Greek paradisiac island. On the eve of her wedding day, a young woman's efforts to discover her father's identity lead 3 men from her mother's past back to the place they last visited 20 years ago. The story-telling magic of ABBA's timeless songs drives this adorable tale of love, laughter and friendship, and night after night everyone's having the time of their lives! The show features 27 of Abba's most loved songs including Dancing Queen, Knowing Me Knowing You, Super Trouper, Voulez-vous and, of course Mamma Mia! Evenings: Monday to Thursday and Saturday 7.30pm Friday 8.30pm Running Time: 2 hours 45 minutes See Mamma Mia on London's West End Stage. Buy your tickets online and enjoy great discounts! Information

Over 30 million people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show!
Writer Catherine Johnson's sunny, funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter's quest to discover the identity of her father brings 3 men from her mother's past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago.
The story-telling magic of ABBA's timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, and every night everyone's having the time of their lives! The show features 27 of Abba's best known songs including Dancing Queen, Knowing Me Knowing You, Super Trouper and Mamma Mia!

Prince of Wales Theatre Information

31 Coventry Street
London
W1D 6AS



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Marguerite @ Haymarket Theatre Royal

Marguerite Information

A love story set in Paris during the Second World War, Marguerite draws inspiration from one of the greatest of romantic novels, La Dame aux Camelias by Alexandre Dumas.
Marguerite is the beautiful and notorious mistress of a high ranking German officer. Armand is a young musician half her age who falls obsessively in love with her. Their dangerous love story is played out against the background of Occupied Paris.
Marguerite will be the World Premiere of a collaboration between Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schonberg (Les Miserables, Miss Saigon and Martin Guerre) and the Oscar award-winning musical legend Michel Legrand and lyricist Herbert Kretzmer (Les Miserables). Ruthie Henshall, the award-winning West End and Broadway actress returns to the London stage to play the title role.

Haymarket Theatre Royal Information

Haymarket
London
SW1Y 4HT



Nearest Underground Station: Piccadilly Circus
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