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13 at the Olivier Theatre
Set in a dark and magical landscape of singing pensioners, fanatical atheists and imminent apocalypse, 13 depicts a London both familiar and strange, a London staring into the void.
A Bowl Of Cherries at the Charing Cross Theatre
A Bowl of Cherries is a musical revue that looks at life through a cycle of plays and songs, featuring Gary Wilmot?and?Claire Buckfield.
A British Subject at the Arts Theatre
Arriving in London after a hugely successful run in New York and the Edinburgh Festival, A British Subject is an extraordinary true-life tale of international politics and the media colliding with justice, civil liberties and ultimately, faith.
A Christmas Carol at the Arts Theatre
In this bicentennial production of A Christmas Carol, Simon Callow and Tom Cairns, have created a work of total story-telling: hilarious, heart-breaking, visionary, a celebration of goodness, a plea for justice and a promise of redemption.
A Disappearing Number at the Novello Theatre
Staged with Complicite's characteristic elegance and startling visual originality, A Disappearing Number takes as its starting point one of the most mysterious and romantic collaborations of all time.
A Dish of Tea with Dr Johnson at the Arts Theatre
Irritable, generous, depressed, witty and wise - meet Samuel 'Dictionary' Johnson: poet, essayist and lexicographer. In a charming show of stories and conversation, celebrating Johnson's unique take on life, Ian Redford reprises his acclaimed performance as the 18th century icon.
A Flea In Her Ear at the Old Vic Theatre
A comedy of errors set against a backdrop of jealousy, misunderstandings and confrontation. Stars Lisa Dillion and Tom Hollander.
A Guide To Sexual Misery at the Arts Theatre
Wolfgang Weinberger delivers this hysterically funny romp through the minefield of sexual relations.
A Round Heeled Woman at the Aldwych Theatre
A Round-Heeled Woman tells the real-life adventures of some of the encounters which resulted, when one woman's journey takes her through falling in love, some heartbreak, rejection and humiliation, a lot of laughs. Starring Sharon Gless.
A Tale of Two Cities at the Charing Cross Theatre
In celebration of the bicentenary of Charles Dickens, PNPF in association with Ovation present the new musical 'A Tale of Two Cities'.
A Woman Killed With Kindness at the Lyttelton
A startling domestic thriller written in 1603, A Woman Killed with Kindness strips bare two women's lives - with forensic realism - in one of the first tragedies ever to be written about ordinary people. Fast-moving, frightening and erotic: a major play in a radical production.
Abandoman Pic'n'Mixtape - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Winners of Hackney Empire New Act of the Year 2010, Abandoman create hilarious musical numbers at lightning speed. Comedian Rob Broderick and multi-instrumentalist James Hancox create each song based on audience suggestions.
ABBAWORLD at the Museum Hall, Earls Court
Fully approved and supported by ABBA, ABBAWORLD will make its stunning, sequin spangled world debut in London at Earls Court on 27 January 2010. The hugely interactive experience will take visitors on a mind-blowing journey through ABBAWORLDS' 25 rooms, bursting with exclusive music, footage, images and never-before-displayed memorabilia from the personal collections of the world's most cherished pop icons; Agnetha, Benny, Björnand Frida.
Adriana Lecouvreur at the Royal Opera House
A stellar cast under the baton of Mark Elder, a new production by David McVicar, and an opera not seen at the Royal Opera House since 1906: Adriana Lecouvreur is one of the major highlights of the Royal Opera Season.
After The Dance at the Lyttelton
First staged in 1939, After the Dance, now often thought to be Terence Rattigan's masterpiece, offers a subtle, witty unmasking of the hedonistic 20s generation and a devastating study of repression and the human heart.
Aida at the Royal Opera House
The tense confrontations, ancient rituals and high drama of Verdi's opera are brought to life by a world-class cast, as Aida returns to the Royal Opera stage for this first revival of the David McVicar's production.
Akram Khan - Desh at the Sadlers Wells
DESH (homeland) is a new full length solo from celebrated choreographer and performer, Akram Khan, inspired by his homeland of Bangladesh.
Akram Khan - DESH at the Sadlers Wells
Sadler?s Wells presents the return of Akram Khan?s contemporary solo work, DESH, which was lavished with praise after its world premiere in 2011 and a blockbuster run.
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland at the Royal Opera House
The world premiere of a new full-length ballet for The Royal Ballet is a major highlight of the entire Season. Alice's Adventures in Wonderland will bring a famous story and its equally famous characters to the ballet stage.
Alison Steadman at the Arts Theatre
Face to Face - Alison Steadman Face to Face is an intimate series of live interviews celebrating people, ideas and entertainment staged?to raise funds for this independent, unsubsidised theatre.? Prepare for an hour of candour as arts broadcaster and literary festival favourite Fiona Lindsay talks to leading showbusiness names, revealing why they do what they do - and how they do it.
All My Sons at the Apollo Theatre
David Suchet and Zoe Wanamaker star in Arthur Miller's compelling drama, All My Sons.
All The Fun Of The Fair at the Garrick Theatre
David Essex and Boogie Nights creator Jon Conway invite you to a roller coaster ride of a musical, underscored by a helter- skelter of David Essex hits and album favourites.
Alun Cochrane - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Alun has appeared on a range of TV and radio shows including BBC Two's Never Mind The Buzzcocks and Mock The Week, BBC One's Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow and Have I Got News For You, Channel 4's 8 Out Of 10 Cats and Radio 4's Just A Minute as well as various stand-up spots on Comedy Central.
Amateur Transplants - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
With sell-out tours and Edinburgh Festival seasons, Amateur Transplants' cutting-edge, darkly humorous re-imaginings of modern day pop and rock classics have gained them a cult following across the UK.
An Ideal Husband at the Vaudeville Theatre
Alex Hanson and Samantha Bond star in Oscar Wilde's classic story of political blackmail and corruption, An Ideal Husband.
An Inspector Calls at the Wyndham's Theatre
Landmark production of JB Priestley's classic thriller, An Inspector Calls, directed by Stephen Daldry.
Andy Zaltzman Swears to Tell the Truth, Half Truth and Everything But the Truth - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Zaltzman - the star of worldwide smash hit podcast, The Bugle, Radio 4's Andy Zaltzman's History Of The Third Millennium, Political Animal and (sporadically) The Now Show, as well as Yes, It's The Ashes and 7 Day Sunday (5 Live) - is under oath, and on a mission to solve the all of the planet's problems.
Anna Karenina at the Royal Opera House
The Mariinsky Ballet's acclaimed staging of Tolstoy's epic novel Anna Karenina receives its British premiere. Choreographed by Alexei Ratmansky to Rodion Shchedrin's powerful score, the ballet's extraordinary heroine breaks all moral and social conventions with devastating consequences.
Anna Nicole at the Royal Opera House
A young Playboy model, an octogenarian billionaire husband, intrusive media fascination and a tragically early death. Anna Nicole Smith's life made the news - you can bet this world premiere will too.
Anthems - The Concert at the Royal Albert Hall
ANTHEMS: The Concert is the brand new, specially created, live version of Anthems, the stunning Kerry Ellis hit debut album produced by Brian May. This Gala Concert brings together West End and Broadway singing sensation Kerry Ellis (We Will Rock You, Wicked, Chess in Concert and Oliver!) and legendary Queen star Brian May in their first full-length performance.
Antony and Cleopatra - Stratford Upon Avon at the Courtyard Theatre
Caught between desire and duty their affair will shake the foundations of the known world. Power politics and passion collide in Shakespeare's captivating tragedy.
Apassionata at the The O2 Arena
Following sell out performances in over 30 cities across Europe, Apassionata will now leave audiences star-struck with only two performances at The O2 on the 21st January 2012.
Apollo Victoria 80th Birthday Gala at the Apollo Victoria
On October 10th 2010 the Apollo Victoria Theatre will celebrate its 80th Birthday with a special Gala Performance, featuring the cast of Wicked and a host of musical stars, including a very special reunion of performers from Starlight Express.
Arthur Smith's Pissed Up Chat Show - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Arthur is sober, his guests are smashed and the result is. who knows? A hilarious journey into the dark night of the soul? An exhibition of outrage? A mawkish anecdote that makes no sense??In vino veritas?goes on trial.?
As You Like It at the Old Vic Theatre
Final weeks! Must end soon. Sam Mendes returns to direct year two of The Bridge Project at the Old Vic Theatre.
As You Like It - Stratford Upon Avon at the Courtyard Theatre
One of Shakespeare's great comedies, As You Like It subverts the traditional rules of romance, confusing gender roles, nature and politics in a play that reflects on how bewildering yet utterly pleasurable life can be.
Aspects of Love at the Menier Chocolate Factory
Trevor Nunn returns to the Chocolate Factory to direct the first major London revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Don Black and Charles Hart's Aspects of Love, starring Katherine Kingsley and Michael Arden.
Autumn Glory at the Sadlers Wells
This season's triple bill, Autumn Glory, features Ninette de Valois' Checkmate, with a score by Sir Arthur Bliss and iconic designs by E. McKnight Kauffer, Frederick Ashton's Symphonic Variations performed by six dancers to one of Cesar Franck's finest works and Pineapple Poll, choreographed by John Cranko and danced to a foot tapping medley of Gilbert and Sullivan.
Avenue Q at the Wyndham's Theatre
Avenue Q is now in its 5th sensational year as London's funniest show! The characters on this downtown street in New York are out of work, out of luck and desperately seeking their purpose in life; just what are you supposed to do with a B.A. in English? With its hugely talented cast of performers and puppets - you've never seen a show like Avenue Q before! Contains scenes unsuitable for children under 12.
Balanchine Robbins -Scotch Symphony,In The Night,Ballet Imperial at the Royal Opera House
Two of ballet's greatest choreographers, George Balanchine and Jerome Robbins, share a fascinating triple bill.
Bale de Rua at the Peacock Theatre
A high energy mix of hip hop, African dance, samba and capoeira, hit Brazilian dance show Bale de Rua makes its debut at the Peacock Theatre after a triumphant international tour.
Ballo Della Regina/New McGregor DGV at the Royal Opera House
A world premiere and a company premiere are just two highlights in an evening of sheer energy with The Royal Ballet.
Barbershopera Apocalypse No! at the Trafalgar Studio Two
Barbershop's funniest quartet return to Trafalgar Studios, in a double award-winning new show that follows international tours and a BBC Radio 4 broadcast
Barbra And Frank at the Charing Cross Theatre
It is unlikely that Barbra Streisand and Frank Sinatra, two powerhouse voices of the century would have ever shared the same stage. until now!
Barry Cryer - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
For 32 years he's been 'Sorry that he Hasn't a Clue' and now Barry doing what he does best - sitting down, having a chat and indulging in a stream on unconsciousness with the energy of a man half his age (which would still be pretty old. )
Batman Live - Glasgow at the SECC
For the first time in DC Comics history, see Batman, the world's most popular DC Super Hero as you've never seen him before, in an all-new, live-action arena adventure!
Batman Live - Manchester at the MEN Arena
For the first time in DC Comics history, see Batman, the world's most popular DC Super Hero as you've never seen him before, in an all-new, live-action arena adventure!
Batman Live-Birmingham at the National Indoor Arena
For the first time in DC Comics history, see Batman, the world's most popular DC Super Hero as you've never seen him before, in an all-new, live-action arena adventure!
Batman Live-Liverpool at the Echo Arena
For the first time in DC Comics history, see Batman, the world's most popular DC Super Hero as you've never seen him before, in an all-new, live-action arena adventure!
Batman Live-Newcastle at the Metro Radio Arena
For the first time in DC Comics history, see Batman, the world's most popular DC Super Hero as you've never seen him before, in an all-new, live-action arena adventure!
Batman Live-Nottingham at the Trent FM Arena
For the first time in DC Comics history, see Batman, the world's most popular DC Super Hero as you've never seen him before, in an all-new, live-action arena adventure!
Batman Live-O2 Arena, London at the The O2 Arena
For the first time in DC Comics history, see Batman, the world's most popular DC Super Hero as you've never seen him before, in an all-new, live-action arena adventure!
Batman Live-Sheffield at the Sheffield Arena
For the first time in DC Comics history, see Batman, the world's most popular DC Super Hero as you've never seen him before, in an all-new, live-action arena adventure!
Bedroom Farce at the Duke of York's
Four couples, three bedrooms, two celebrations, one blazing row and an illicit kiss (or two). Alan Ayckbourn's ingenious comedy shines a brilliant spotlight onto the trials and tribulations of suburban marriage.
Beijing Dance Theatre - Haze at the Sadlers Wells
Beijing Dance Theater make their first appearance at Sadler's Wells with Haze, choreographed by Wang Yuanyuan as a creative response to the economic and environmental crises of early 2009.
Belongings at the Trafalgar Studio Two
A young female soldier returns from Afghanistan to a home she no longer recognises or connects with. She has proved herself in combat but her hardest battle is yet to come, as she navigates family politics, old relationships, and the memory of betrayal. From the deserts of a modern war to the battleground of a family kitchen, Morgan Lloyd Malcolm's explosive new play delves into one woman's quest for identity and a place she can call home.
Best Of The Comedy Store - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
As the premier name in stand-up comedy, with 30 years experience in the business, The Comedy Store remains a breeding ground for original comedy talent. The place to see tomorrow?s stars today. Simply the best stand-up shows in town.
Betrayal at the Harold Pinter Theatre
Ian Rickson's new production of Harold Pinter's Betrayal will star Kristin Scott Thomas, Douglas Henshall and Ben Miles - opens this spring.
Bette and Joan at the Arts Theatre
Screen divas and rivals Bette Davis and Joan Crawford go head to head in a new play based on their legendary feud.
Betty Blue Eyes at the Novello Theatre
Based on the comic film, A Private Function, Betty Blue Eyes is a musical full of ecentric British characters, and stars Sarah Lancashire and Reece Shearsmith.
Betwixt! at the Trafalgar Studio Two
In modern day New York-Bailey, a writer (a writer not writing due to writer's block), and flamboyant roommate Cooper Fitzgerald are catapulted headfirst into a strange enchanted world. Their arrival fulfils a prophecy that tells of a brave hero and a great queen and they are tasked with searching out a fading daytime TV star who is the only hope for saving a pregnant Princess from losing the throne.
Big Pants and Botox at the Arts Theatre
After a phenomenally successful run in 2011, Casualty's Rebecca Wheatley is hitting the road again in 2012 with her tremendous one-woman show.
Bill Bailey - Dandelion Mind at the Wyndham's Theatre
Featuring trademark musical interludes, observations and stories of the road, Dandelion Mind is Bill Bailey's latest theatrical offering.
Birdsong at the Harold Pinter Theatre
Directed by Trevor Nunn and based on Sebastian Faulks's international best-selling novel, Birdsong tells the story of one man's journey through an all consuming love affair and into the horror of the First World War.
Blaze at the Peacock Theatre
Brand new street dance sensation Blaze makes its world premiere at the Peacock Theatre before commencing an international tour.
Blithe Spirit at the Apollo Theatre
One of Noel Coward's best known plays, Blithe Spirit, returns to the West End, starring Alison Steadman and Ruthie Henshall.
Blood and Gifts at the Lyttelton
From the author of The Overwhelming (NT 2006), Blood and Gifts is an epic political thriller, shot through with mad humour, that sweeps from refugee camps to mountainous tribal regions to the corridors of power in Washington DC.
Brendon Burns - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Since taking away the Edinburgh Comedy Award in 2007, Burns has been busy with a successful stint in the US. The adopted Australian and Britain's most outspoken number one cult comic is back: catch him while you can.
Britain's Next Top Model - Live at the ExCel London - BNTM Live
The ultimate fashion, beauty and shopping event BNTM Live lets you get up close and personal with the BNTM girls, watch a stunning catwalk show and enjoy a day in the wonderful world of our shopping haven.
British Military Tournament at the Earls Court One
The amazing spectacle of The British Military Tournament comes to Earls Court this December for an unforgettable and breathtaking performance of skill and precision, bringing together all the best elements from the world-famous Royal Tournament. This brand new show for 2011 raises substantial and much-needed funds for three armed forces charities supporting our heroic and brave servicemen and women, so is a must-see for many reasons.
Broken Glass at the Vaudeville Theatre
Broken Glass, Arthur Miller's Olivier award-winning drama, tells the story of Phillip and Sylvia Gellburg, a New York couple living in Brooklyn in 1938 and their relationship with a doctor who is called in to help with Sylvia's sudden paralysis.
Burn The Floor at the Shaftesbury Theatre
Burn The Floor is a breathtaking blend of Latin and Ballroom dance first conceived as a special performance at Sir Elton John's 50th birthday celebration in 1997. Two years later the show made it's world premiere in the UK and quickly took the globe by storm
Butley at the Duchess Theatre
Dominic West, star of hit US drama?The Wire, plays rapier-tongued lecturer Ben Butley in a major new revival of Simon Gray's award-winning comedy.
Cabaret Whore - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Brilliant character comedy packed with sparkling original songs, Cabaret Whore introduces desperate divas from around the globe, from tortured French chanteuse La Poule Plombee to washed-up lounge crooner Bernie St Claire.
Can We Talk About This? at the Lyttelton
DV8's new production examines how events have reflected and influenced multicultural policies, freedom of speech and censorship. There is no interval. Latecomers may not be admitted. Ages 16 and over.
Carl Donnelly - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Multi-award winning Carl Donnelly (as seen on 'Mock The Week', Dave's 'One Night Stand', 'Russell Howard's Good News') brings you an hour of laughs with a selection of stories from his life in the last year.
Carmen at the Sadlers Wells
Bizet's classic opera, Carmen is transformed by Aida Gomez into an infectiously energetic display of virtuoso dance.
Caroline O'Connor The Showgirl Within at the Garrick Theatre
Following sell-out seasons in New York and Sydney, the international multi-award-winning musical star of stage and screen Caroline O'Connor returns to the UK in her one-woman show.
Cat On A Hot Tin Roof at the Novello Theatre
Following its sold-out run on Broadway, the explosive 2008 production of TENNESSEE WILLIAMS' Pulitzer Prize-winning classic CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF will be opening in London's West End in December this year.
Cause Celebre at the Old Vic Theatre
Terence Rattigan's Cause Celebre is an intriguing play based on the true story of Alma Rattenbury who went on trial with her 18-year-old lover for the murder of her husband.
Cemlyn Jones at the Arts Theatre
This is the debut London show for Bristol based singer-songwriter Cemlyn Jones.
Cendrillon at the Royal Opera House
For the first time ever, The Royal Opera presents the story of Cinderella as told in Massenet's opera Cendrillon
Christmas Carol at the Trafalgar Studio Two
The heart of Ebenezer Scrooge is as cold as ice. Christmas, for the bitter old miser, is not a good enough reason to be jolly. Horla, the company that produced the Grimms Trilogy among other festive offerings, return to Trafalgar Studio 2 with their critically acclaimed A Christmas Carol.
Christmas Spectacular at the The O2 Arena
Music, lights, carols, special effects along with a dazzling indoor firework finale will make up the 2010 Christmas Spectacular at the O2. This year's extravaganza will feature names such as Ruthie Henshall, Rhydian Roberts and music played by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra making it a perfect Christmas treat.
Christmas With Lee Mead at the The London Coliseum
Lee Mead, winner of reality show Any Dream Will Do and star of Joseph and Wicked will perform a Christmas special for one night only at the Coliseum.
Cinderella at the Royal Opera House
Prokofiev's fabulous ballet score is paired with the classic story of Cinderella in Royal Opera's charming production.
Cipollino at the The London Coliseum
The fairy-tale story by Italian author Gianni Rodari tells of the adventures of the Little Onion boy (Cipollino), who fights the unjust treatment of his fellow vegetable folk (his little girlfriend Radish, old Mr Pumpkin, handyman Master Grape) by the fruit "aristocracy" (foppish Prince Lemon, martinet Signor Tomato and the Count Cherry).
Cloud Gate Theatre of Taiwan-White at the Sadlers Wells
White is divided into three distinct parts - each part presenting a different type of 'white'. Set to music by Japanese composer Atsuhiko Gondai, The Bowed Piano Ensemble founder Stephen Scott and percussionist composer Alex Cline, light and shadow is used to spectacular effect as over 20 performers are transformed into moving silhouettes.
Clybourne Park at the Wyndham's Theatre
Acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, Olivier award winning Clybourne Park is now open at the Wyndham's Theatre for a strictly limited season.
Confessions Of A Dancewhore at the Trafalgar Studios
Politics and pop culture clash in this foul-mouthed theatrical cabaret - an accomplished and vivid performance for everyone who has ever felt like an 'other'.
Confessions Of A Mormon Boy at the Charing Cross Theatre
Steven Fales' critically acclaimed award-winning 90 minute solo play; Confessions of a Mormon Boy, has its London premiere for three weeks only at the Charing Cross Theatre.
Cool Hand Luke at the Aldwych Theatre
Starring Marc Warren (Hustle, Mad Dogs) as the charismatic rebel, Cool Hand Luke is the hard-hitting story of a true original.In a powerful new adaptation for the stage by Emma Reeves, based on Donn Pearce's acclaimed novel, and directed by Andrew Loudon Cool Hand Luke is the raw, uncompromising tale of sticking it to 'The Man'.
Cosi Fan Tutte at the Royal Opera House
The course of true love doesn't run smooth when Mozart and Da Ponte call the shots. Cosi fan tutte - 'That's how all women behave' - is the last of the three operas written by this great musical and dramatic pairing and is revived by The Royal Opera for the Olympic Programme.
Crazy For You at the Open Air
Crazy For You,George and Ira Gershwin's hit musical comedy, is packed full of classic songs including 'I Got Rhythm', 'Someone To Watch Over Me',and 'Nice Work If You Can Get It'
Cuando Las Piedras Vuelen at the Sadlers Wells
The critically lauded Cuando las Piedras Vuelen is an intense, conceptual piece that is nevertheless sensitive to traditional flamenco and promises to be a highlight of this year's festival.
Cuando Yo Era at the Sadlers Wells
Famed for her speed, power and dramatic footwork, one of the world's finest flamenco dancers returns with Cuando Yo Era.
Dancing on Ice - O2 Arena London at the The O2 Arena
Legendary ice skaters Torvill and Dean, train two teams of celebrities in the art of 'ice-dance'. Dancing On Ice Live takes the magic of the TV show to the O2 in London.
Daniel Sloss My Generation - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Daniel Sloss, Scotland's youngest comic prodigy and typical half-man-half-Xbox, hormone-ridden teenager, has just turned 20.
Danton's Death at the Olivier Theatre
1794: the French Revolution reaches its climax. After a series of bloody purges the life-loving, volatile Danton is tormented by his part in the killing. His political rival, the driven, ascetic Robespierre, decides Danton's fate. A titanic struggle begins. Once friends who wanted to change the world, now one stands for compromise the other for ideological purity as the guillotine awaits.
Death and the Maiden at the Harold Pinter Theatre
Years have passed since political prisoner, Paulina suffered at the hands of her captor: A man whose face she never saw, but can still recall with terrifying clarity. Tonight, by chance, a stranger arrives at the secluded beach house she shares with her husband Gerardo, a human rights lawyer. A stranger Paulina is convinced was her tormentor and must now be held to account. Stars Thandie Newton.
Deathtrap at the Noel Coward Theatre
A murder mystery so wickedly good, it's to die for! Matthew Warchus directs a unique cast which includes Simon Russell Beale (lead in the sell-out National Theatre production of London Assurance)and Jonathan Groff (star of the hit US TV series Glee. Ingeniously clever and hilariously twisted, Deathtrap is the most celebrated thriller by Ira Levin, author of The Stepford Wives, Rosemary's Baby, The Boys from Brazil and A Kiss Before Dying.
Debbie Reynolds at the Apollo Theatre
Debbie Reynolds celebrates 50 years of show business in this award winning one woman show.
Der Fliegende Hollander at the Royal Opera House
Tim Albery's Olivier-nominated production of Wagner's opera was new in the 2008/9 Season, and is back early in this one with a special musical highlight too: the return of Jeffrey Tate to the Royal Opera House to conduct a score that utilizes the brilliance and richness of the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House to the full.
Design For Living at the Old Vic Theatre
For the first time in over 15 years, Noel Coward's Design for Living will be on the London stage, starring Lisa Dillon and Tom Burke.
Die Meistersinger Von Nurnberg at the Royal Opera House
The colour, characters and vibrant life of medieval Nuremberg are at the heart of Wagner's glorious opera and Graham Vick's popular production, last staged by The Royal Opera in 2002.
Die Zauberflote at the Royal Opera House
The Royal Opera's Die Zauberflote has quickly established itself as a clear and classic staging of Mozart's great late work. David McVicar's interpretation portrays beautifully both the story and the wealth of Enlightenment themes of this favourite masterpiece: the search for wisdom and virtue has seldom had so beguiling a presentation.
Dirty Dancing at the Palace Theatre - Manchester
DIRTY DANCING - The Classic Story On Stage is a record-breaking stage show adapted from a movie seen by millions that has touched the heart of a generation. With an unforgettable soundtrack, this timeless story of first love explodes at the Aldwych Theatre with heart-pounding music, pure dance energy and breathtaking emotion. Get out of that corner, and see it today!
Dirty Dancing - Manchester at the Palace Theatre - Manchester
An unprecedented live experience, Dirty Dancing is an explosion of heart-pounding music, passionate romance and sensationally sexy dancing.
Dirty White Boy Tales of Soho at the Trafalgar Studio Two
Clayton Littlewood's award-winning book based on his experience of running a shop on Old Compton Street has won acclaim from critics and celebrities alike for its frank and funny portrayal of modern Soho. Now it comes to the stage in this brilliantly funny and insightful adaptation, in which a touching and true love story unravels.
Disney On Ice-Liverpool at the Echo Arena
Catch the next ride to fun with Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy and Pluto as they embark on an adventure through the Disneyland park in Disney On Ice.
Disney On Ice-Sheffield at the Sheffield Arena
Catch the next ride to fun with Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy and Pluto as they embark on an adventure through the Disneyland park in Disney On Ice.
Disney On Ice-Wembley Arena at the Wembley Arena
Catch the next ride to fun with Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy and Pluto as they embark on an adventure through the Disneyland park in Disney On Ice.
Dom Joly Welcome To Wherever - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
In this laugh-out-loud show,?Dom Joly?talks us through the perils of travelling the world.
Don Pasquale at the Royal Opera House
Wit and Intrigue combine in Don Pasquale, one of Donizetti's great comic operas.
Don Quixote at the Royal Opera House
The excitement, colour and wit of Cervantes' masterpiece are brilliantly conveyed in this sparkling production of Petipa and Gorsky's classic, Don Quixote.
Dream Of The Dog at the Trafalgar Studio Two
Janet Suzman stars in the UK premiere of an acclaimed new South African play by the award-winning Craig Higginson.
Driving Miss Daisy at the Wyndham's Theatre
Don't miss out - for 12 weeks only, acting legends James Earl Jones and Vanessa Redgrave star in one of the most celebrated stories of the late twentieth century, Driving Miss Daisy.
Dutch National Ballet Hansvan at the Sadlers Wells
The Dutch National Ballet returns to London to present three of Hans van Manen's best-loved pieces
Ea Sola - Drought and Rain at the Sadlers Wells
Shifting between hypnotically slow, graceful movements and urgent, almost visceral reactions, Drought and Rain creates a powerful and hugely compelling account of the human legacy of the Vietnam war.
Ecstasy at the Duchess Theatre
It's 1979 and The Winter of Discontent is over. Margaret Thatcher's regime is about to transform the country. Old friends come together in a Kilburn bed-sit. Mike Leigh's, Ecstasy is compassionate, thoughtful and extremely funny.
Educating Rita at the Trafalgar Studios
A young, brash hairdresser discovers a passion for English Literature in Willy Russell's Educating Rita.
Emperor and Galilean at the Olivier Theatre
Charting the true odyssey of an astonishing man, Julian, as he struggles to find spiritual fulfilment and political pre-eminence, Ibsen's lost masterpiece sweeps across Greece and the Middle-East from AD 351 covering 12 crucial years in the history of civilisation.
End Of The Rainbow at the Trafalgar Studios
Olivier Award winning star of Hairspray Tracie Bennett returns to the West End Stage in Peter Quilter's new play based on the later life of Judy Garland.
Enron at the Noel Coward Theatre
There was a warning. And its name was Enron. One of the most infamous scandals in financial history becomes a unique theatrical event, mixing classical tragedy with savage comedy.
Estrella Morente at the Sadlers Wells
Spanish superstar Estrella Morente performs flamenco and popular Spanish songs in the Andalusian tradition.
Face to Face with Michael Parkinson at the Arts Theatre
Prepare for an hour of candour, and comedy as arts broadcaster and literary festival favourite Fiona Lindsay talks to Michael Parkinson.
Face to Face With Raymond Blanc at the Arts Theatre
Prepare for an hour of candour, cocktails and comedy as arts broadcaster and literary festival favourite Fiona Lindsay talks to Raymond Blanc.
Fascinating Aida - Cheap Flights at the Charing Cross Theatre
Still Britain's best comedy cabaret trio and now a global internet sensation, FASCINATING AIDA have been much invigorated by their nearly SEVEN MILLION YouTube hits on their infamous anthem to budget travel Cheap Flights. And so they are naming their new show after this scurrilous expose of the cheap flights industry!
Faust at the Royal Opera House
The 'grand' in grand opera is right at the centre of Faust. With Angela Gheorghiu and Vittorio Grigolo among the perfomers, this star-cast revival has huge forces on stage in a fantastic production with lavish designs.
FELA! at the Sadlers Wells
A provocative and wholly unique hybrid of dance, theatre and music, FELA! explores the extravagant, decadent and rebellious world of Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. Using his pioneering music (a blend of jazz, funk and African rhythm and harmonies), FELA! reveals Kuti's controversial life as an artist and political activist.
Fidelio at the Royal Opera House
Beethoven's only opera is a glorious work that exalts the light of liberty and humanity over the darkness of tyranny and oppression, portrayed in an impassioned score with a wealth of power and beauty.
Flamenco Gala - Dancing to Lorca at the Sadlers Wells
Three of flamenco's leading female dancers, Carmen Cort?s, Rafaela Carrasco and Olga Pericet share the stage for a display of virtuoso dance.
Flamenco Sin Fronteras at the Sadlers Wells
Paco Pena explores the many dance styles that emerged through the migration of Spanish performers to Latin America in the early 1900s, and their significant impact on flamenco today.
Flanders and Swann A Brand G-New AfterG-Noon - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
After 3 sell-out tours, Duncan, Tim, the Hippo and the words and music of Flanders and Swann are back. Lifelong fans and the uninitiated alike will enjoy seeing the boys breathe new life into F and S favourites including: The Hippopotamus Song, The Gas Man Cometh, The Gnu Song and Madeira M'Dear.
Flare Path at the Theatre Royal Haymarket
Trevor Nunn directs and Sienna Miller stars in Terrence Rattigan's Flare Path, a story of love, loyalty and desire set at the height of the Second World War.
Flashdance at the Shaftesbury Theatre
Sparks will fly this year as the West End Premiere of FLASHDANCE - The Musical explodes onto the stage at the Shaftesbury Theatre from September 2010.
Flawless - Chase The Dream at the Peacock Theatre
Following a successful tour of the UK, street dance sensation and Britain's Got Talent finalists Flawless take the West End by storm with their stunning live show Chase The Dream.
Frances Ruffelle-Beneath The Dress at the Garrick Theatre
Following a sold-out Edinburgh season and a five star rave review in the Scotsman, Frances Ruffelle, one of the UK's best loved and most talented musical theatre performers, returns to the West End for one night only.
Frank Skinner and Friends at the Noel Coward Theatre
Frank Skinner presents Frank Skinner and Friends - a night of comedy, cabaret and music all on one bill in London's West End.
Frankenstein at the Olivier Theatre
Frankenstein's bewildered creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker. Meeting with cruelty wherever he goes, the friendless Creature, increasingly desperate and vengeful, determines to track down his creator and strike a terrifying deal.
Free Run - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
For the first time the explosive action of Free Running, one of the world's most exciting and dangerous extreme sports, is transformed into a live stage show, suitable for the whole family!
Frisky and Mannish - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Frisky and Mannish return to their spiritual home, combining white-hot box-fresh new material with old favourites - it'll be a rip-roaring musical spectacular.
Gerardo Nunez and Carmen Cortes at the Sadlers Wells
Known for his awe-inspiring speed and soulful performances, leading flamenco guitarist Gerardo Nunez will be joined by renowned gypsy dancer Carmen Cortes.
Ghost Stories at the Duke of York's
Direct from a sell-out season at the Lyric Hammersmith, comes Ghost Stories a truly terrifying theatrical experience.
Ghost The Musical - Manchester at the Manchester Opera House
GHOST is a timeless fantasy about the power of love. Walking back to their apartment one night, Sam and Molly are mugged, leaving Sam murdered on a dark street. Sam is trapped as a ghost between this world and the next and unable to leave Molly who he learns is in grave danger. With the help of a phony storefront psychic, Oda Mae Brown, Sam tries to communicate with Molly in the hope of saving and protecting her.
Ghosts at the Duchess Theatre
Lesley Sharp, Iain Glen, Malcolm Storry and Harry Treadaway star in a new production of Ibsen's Ghosts. Directed by Ian Glen.
Gina Yashere - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Not content with being one of the most sought after comedians in the UK, Gina decided 3 years ago to up sticks and move to Hollywood to see if she can get a piece of the American dream. She's not done too badly.
Giselle at the The London Coliseum
Don't miss the Mikhailovsky Theatre's production of the classic ballet, Giselle.
Giselle at the Royal Opera House
Peter Wright's beautiful production retains all the important elements of Giselle's great classical heritage. It is no surprise then that this is not just a regular favourite of ballet aficionados but also a wonderful work through which anyone can discover the enduring appeal of classical ballet.
Glenn Wool - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Globetrotting comedy hero, Glenn Wool is back for a brief visit to the UK and brings with him, tales of travels and misadventures, far and wide.
Graffiti Classics - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
This comedy string quartet have entertained audiences of all ages around the world with their virtuosic musical talents, combining brilliant playing with amazing dancing, singing and comedy routines.
Grease at the Piccadilly Theatre
Join the whole gang at Rydell High for the biggest rock 'n' roll party of the year at the Piccadilly Theatre!
Greenland at the Lyttelton
Greenland combines the factual and the theatrical as several separate but connected narratives collide to form a provocative response to the most urgent questions of our time
Greg Davies - Firing Cheeseballs at a Dog at the Apollo Theatre
Greg Davies' hotly anticipated debut stand-up show was a critically lauded sell-out smash hit at the 2010 Edinburgh festival, picking up a prestigious nomination for the Fosters Comedy Award (formerly the Perrier). Following a sell-out Autumn run this tour has now been extended into 2011 due to popular demand.
Grumpy Old Women at the Novello Theatre
Chin Up Britain, The Grumpies Fight Back - Fresh from a 60 date sell-out National tour three of Britain's Top Grumps bring their brand new show to The Novello Theatre in London's West End.
Hair at the Gielgud Theatre
Welcome to the curly, shaggy, gleaming, streaming, wonderful world of HAIR. For the first time in West End history, an entire original Broadway cast transfers to the London stage!
Hairspray at the Shaftesbury Theatre
HAIRSPRAY, the smash hit musical comedy, is a colourful, fun and vibrant show which follows 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. Big, bold, and beautiful, this multi award-winning show is a must-see at the Shaftesbury Theatre!
Hansel und Gretel at the Royal Opera House
Join Hansel and Gretel as they make their way through the forest, embarking on an adventure that includes discovering a gingerbread house and escape from a scary witch!
Happy As Larry at the Peacock Theatre
Created by award-winning Australian choreographer Shaun Parker, Happy as Larry is a funny, playful and poignant new dance show, which investigates the nature of human happiness.
Hardeep Singh Kohli Chat Masala - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Hardeep combines his first true loves of cooking and chatting in his own unique, articulate and utterly charming way. Hardeep will interview guests and stars whilst cooking up a curry that audience members can get the chance to sample. 'Kohli's evening of cookery and anecdotes. left a reassuringly warm aftertaste'
Havana Rakatan at the Peacock Theatre
Salsa, mambo, jazz, bolero, son, cha-cha-cha and rumba all come alive in a dazzling dance display of Cuban passion that is guaranteed to get heads nodding and feet tapping. Set to live Cuban music courtesy of Cuba's well-known son band Turquino, Havana Rakatan is a captivating journey through the dance and music of a truly unique country.
Hit Me! The Life And Rhymes Of Ian Dury at the Garrick Theatre
Back for a three night West End engagement, Hit Me tells the story of the Blockhead's lead singer Ian Dury and features the infamous song Hit Me With Your Rythm Stick.
Hofesh Shechter Political at the Sadlers Wells
Political Mother was declared an 'audio visual marvel' by critics after its run at Sadler's Wells in 2010. Now it returns, specially revamped for over 30 performers.
Holding The Man at the Trafalgar Studios
Based on the much loved award winning book by Tim Conigrave, adapted for the stage by acclaimed playwright Tommy Murphy, Holding the Man is a hilariously funny, tender and moving play following the remarkable true life love story of Tim Conigrave and John Caleo. It is a celebration that speaks across generations, sexual preference and culture.
Homage To Fokine Chopinian, The Firebird and Scheherazade at the Royal Opera House
Mariinsky Ballet performs Chopiniana, The Firebird and Scheherazade.
Howard Marks-An Audience With Mr. Nice - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Famous for his audacious cannabis trafficking and liberal opinions, Howard Marks has become somewhat of an icon in the world of literature and spoken word.
i don't believe in outer space at the Sadlers Wells
I don't believe in outer space is, as the title suggests, a very personal piece that looks at the nature of our existence through William Forsythe's eyes, both comic and tragic in places. Featuring 14 dancers and a soundtrack by Thom Willems, the work's movements reflect the world's fragility, power, and mortality at the same time.
Ian Stone-Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Edgy and provocative, with an easy-going manner and self-deprecating style, Ian is a member of the Comedy Store's critically acclaimed 'Cutting Edge' team ranked amongst the top ten stand-ups in Britain.
Ida Barr's Festive Bingo at the Arts Theatre
Ida Barr is a music hall singer who has embraced hip hop and rap, reflecting the culturally diverse landscape of the London's East End, where she has been living in retirement for several decades.She's an inner city pensioner in multi-cultural post-new Labour Britain; her glory days are behind her but her creativity is still flowering.
Ida Barr's Royal Flush Bingo - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
What better way to celebrate the connubials than with a riotous afternoon of Bingo with the People's Pensioner, Ida Barr. Music Hall singer turned RnB star Ida will call her own patented numbers and dish out top prizes. Expect to win big, sing-a-long and party like its 1939, init!
Il barbiere di Siviglia at the Royal Opera House
Il barbiere di Siviglia has all the ingredients for comic chaos: an imprisoned young woman, her lecherous guardian and her young noble suitor.
Il Trittico at the Royal Opera House
Il trittico has not been presented in full by The Royal Opera since 1965, and now Richard Jones adds Il tabarro and Suor Angelica to his already popular production of Gianni Schicchi. Three short contrasting stories make up an evening of opera that has everything from jealousy, murder and suicide to romance, exuberance and sheer transcendent joy.
In A Forest Dark And Deep at the Vaudeville Theatre
A dark comedy of sibling rivalry escalates into a psychological thriller bursting with savage conflict. Don't miss this world premiere of Neil La Bute's new play In a Forest, Dark and Deep starring Matthew Fox and Olivia Williams.
Into The Whirlwind at the Noel Coward Theatre
This surrealistic nightmare of Stalin's prison system tells the story of one woman's survival through interrogation and torture, transporting its audience to a strange, Goyaesque world, reminiscent of Dante's circles of Hell.
Into The Woods at the Open Air
The popular tales of Red Riding Hood, Jack (of Beanstalk fame), Cinderella and Rapunzel are interwoven with that of the Baker and his Wife in Steven Sondheim's Into The Woods at the Open Air Theatre.
Irish Blood, English Heart at the Trafalgar Studio Two
In a mysterious lock up in south London two sons divvy up the emotional legacy of their estranged father.?An unsettling tale of brothers, bloodties, nationhood, and a dead London cabby, that plays out like a taut thriller.
Isy Suttie - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Best known as Dobby from C4's Peep Show, Isy's back with a new musical stand up show. Featuring real-life love stories and songs alongside a one woman-mini-musical about a couple called Pearl and Dave, this show's a must for anyone who likes their comedy joyful and bittersweet.
Ivan Putrov - Men in Motion at the Sadlers Wells
Former Royal Ballet Principal, Ivan Putrov, presents an evening of works exploring the beauty of the male form in motion.
Jasmin Vardimon Company-7734 at the Sadlers Wells
Following the sell-out success of Yesterday at the Peacock Theatre, 7734 marks Jasmin Vardimon Company's the highly anticipated debut on the Sadler's Wells main stage.
Jasmin Vardimon Yesterday at the Sadlers Wells
In celebration of the company's tenth anniversary, Yesterday is a retrospective new work featuring some of the most breathtaking duets, striking solos and iconic moments selected from the company's repertoire, reprised with new choreography.
Jason Robert Brown at the Garrick Theatre
For two nights only, Jason Robert Brown will be performing brand new, previously unheard material and will be accompanied by his own band The Caucasian Rhythm Kings, as well as a fabulous four-strong French horn section.
Jenny Eclair Old Dog New Tricks - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Having amused the nation in the I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here! Jungle, Jenny Eclair presents her critically acclaimed tour Old Dog, New Tricks
Jerusalem at the Apollo Theatre
Mark Rylance and Mackenzie Cook star in the critically acclaimed Jerusalem, which returns to the West End after an award winning run on Broadway.
Jesus Hopped The A Train at the Trafalgar Studio Two
Protective Custody: Rikers Island, NY. Impressionable Angel and serial killer Lucius - two convicts set on a collision course - wrestle with God, their demons and a brutal system which shows no mercy
Jewels at the Royal Opera House
George Balanchine's fabulous evocation of the brilliance and sparkle of emeralds, rubies and diamonds is a ballet gem in its own right. Jewels is indeed a suitably glamorous and glittering way to start the new Royal Ballet Season.
Jimeoin Something Smells Funny - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Stunning show of world-class stand-up as Jimeoin, internationally hailed as one of live comedy's masters, returns to London. No gimmicks, purely and simply about having a laugh. As seen on ITV's Comedy Rocks With Jason Manford and BBC's Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow.
John Leguizamo - Ghetto Klown at the Charing Cross Theatre
Multi-faceted performer and Emmy Award winner John Leguizamo is to makes his UK debut in his Broadway hit Ghetto Klown, playing in London for a limited time only.
Journey's End at the Duke of York's
David Grindley's international multi-award winning production of R.C. Sherriff's masterpiece Journey's End is a must see of British theatre. Based on the author's own experience in the trenches, this gripping tale about ordinary men in extraordinary circumstances celebrates humour and courage, engaging audiences with a compelling insight of how in the face of adversity, the human spirit will always triumph.
Julius Caesar - Stratford Upon Avon at the Courtyard Theatre
A masterpiece of political powerplay and manipulation, Julius Caesar examines the conflict between one man's ambition and the good of the state.
Just The Tonic Comedy Club at the Leicester Square Theatre
Just the Tonic Comedy now has a permanent London home, at the Leicester Square Theatre, providing high quality line ups in the heart of London's West End.
Killing Of Sister George at the Arts Theatre
Following Meera Syal's success with 'Shirley Valentine' in the West End, she tackles the grotesque role of June Buckridge made famous by Beryl Reid in the film version of Killing Sister George.
King Lear - Stratford Upon Avon at the Courtyard Theatre
Shakespeare's great tragedy peels away the trappings of society to reveal the unforgiving truth of the human condition.
Krapp's Last Tape at the Duchess Theatre
Following his outstanding performances in Endgame and Eh Joe, Michael Gambon returns to the West End Stage in Beckett's classic one-man show, Krapp's Last Tape.
La Bayadere at the Royal Opera House
Mariinsky Ballet's magnificent production of La Bayadere is a lavish melodrama of love, betrayal and ultimate redemption set in a legendary India.
La Bete at the Harold Pinter Theatre
American playwright David Hirson's rollicking 1991 play, La Bete, is a comic tour de force! Stars Joanna Lumley, Mark Rylance and David Hyde Pierce.
La Edad De Oro at the Sadlers Wells
In La Edad de Oro, Israel Galvan's takes flamenco dance and updates it with a postmodern, avant-garde twist. He has been described as the William Forsythe of Flamenco, both a rebel and a traditionalist famous for his complicated and incredibly fast footwork.
La La La Human Steps at the Sadlers Wells
La La La Human Steps is a new work that brings together two great tragic operas; Purcell's Dido and Aeneas, and Gluck's Orpheus and Eurydice
La Soiree at the Roundhouse
Hold on to your hats! The weird and wonderful La Soiree is returing to London for the Christmas season.
La Sonnambula at the Royal Opera House
La Sonnambula returns to The Royal Opera for the first time since 2002 in a production that brings out a layer of pyschological richness that may surprise those who only know the stunning musical highlights.
La Traviata at the Royal Opera House
La Traviata - the touching story of the self-sacrificing courtesan of the title - has long been one of the most consistently loved of all operas across the world. Verdi's music is instantly appealing, with a wealth of famous melodies that allow operatic voices to soar and thrill.
Lance Horne - First Things Last at the Garrick Theatre
Following two sell out concerts at New York's acclaimed Lincoln Center, Emmy award winning composer Lance Horne will return to the West End for one night only and will feature special guest performers.
Laurencia at the The London Coliseum
The Mikhailovsky Theatre presents the revival of Vakhtang Chabukiani's masterpiece Laurencia, based on the play Fuente Ovejuna by Lope de Vega.
Lend Me a Tenor - The Musical at the Gielgud Theatre
Starring the Olivier award-winners Matthew Kelly and Joanna Riding this 'hilarious musical farce' (Magic 105.4) is wowing West End audiences with standing ovations night after night.
Les Ballets C De La B Gardenia at the Sadlers Wells
Following a successful European tour, the critically acclaimed Gardenia by leading contemporary dance collective, les ballets C de la B comes to Sadler's Wells for a limited run.
Les Ballets Trockadero Programme One at the Peacock Theatre
Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo are an all male dance company parodying and paying homage to classical ballet.
Les Ballets Trockadero Programme Two at the Peacock Theatre
Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo are an all male dance company parodying and paying homage to classical ballet.
Les Miserables - Barbican at the Barbican Theatre
Cameron Mackintosh presents a brand new limited run 25th anniversary production of Boublil and Schonberg's legendary musical, LES MISERABLES, with glorious new staging and spectacular reimagined scenery inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo.
Les Miserables 25th Anniversary Concert -O2 at the The O2 Arena
In October this year, the legendary musical Les Miserables will celebrate its 25th birthday with stars in their multitudes gathering for a celebratory concert at The O2 on Sunday 3rd October at 7pm. Tickets are on sale now to celebrate this momentous occasion!
Les Patineurs Beatrix Potter at the Royal Opera House
Brilliant characterizations with detailed designs and costumes bring to life such lovable figures as Jemima Puddle-Duck, the dapper frog Jeremy Fisher, and the irrepressible Peter Rabbit. It is a perfect end to a wonderful festive programme for the whole family.
Lidless at the Trafalgar Studio Two
Fifteen years ago, Alice was an interrogator in Guantanamo Bay. The pills she took mean she can't remember what she did.Fifteen years ago, Bashir was a prisoner there. Now he pays her a visit.
Lilies On The Land at the Arts Theatre
Lilies on the Land is a truly remarkable and sparkling piece of theatre which celebrates an extraordinary episode in Britain's history, the Women's Land Army of World War II. These gripping but charming tales chart the personal journeys of four women who sign up to become Land Girls, determined to work endless, backbreaking hours on farms across the country in a bid to do their best for the War Effort.
LMA Orchestra - Bach By Candelight at the St Martin-in-the-Fields
LMA Orchestra has been resident at the world renowned St Martin-in-the-Fields Church in Trafalgar Square since 1992, giving well over 400 concerts and reaching an audience exceeding 160,000. With a finely balanced mix of the best established professionals and talented young players at the start of their careers, LMA Orchestra perform an exciting repertoire of master works from the great baroque, classical and romantic composers
LMA Orchestra - Bach Concerto Festival 1 at the St Martin-in-the-Fields
LMA Orchestra has been resident at the world renowned St Martin-in-the-Fields Church in Trafalgar Square since 1992, giving well over 400 concerts and reaching an audience exceeding 160,000. With a finely balanced mix of the best established professionals and talented young players at the start of their careers, LMA Orchestra perform an exciting repertoire of master works from the great baroque, classical and romantic composers
LMA Orchestra - Bach Concerto Festival 2 at the St Martin-in-the-Fields
LMA Orchestra has been resident at the world renowned St Martin-in-the-Fields Church in Trafalgar Square since 1992, giving well over 400 concerts and reaching an audience exceeding 160,000. With a finely balanced mix of the best established professionals and talented young players at the start of their careers, LMA Orchestra perform an exciting repertoire of master works from the great baroque, classical and romantic composers
LMA Orchestra - Beethoven and Gershwin at the St Martin-in-the-Fields
LMA Orchestra has been resident at the world renowned St Martin-in-the-Fields Church in Trafalgar Square since 1992, giving well over 400 concerts and reaching an audience exceeding 160,000. With a finely balanced mix of the best established professionals and talented young players at the start of their careers, LMA Orchestra perform an exciting repertoire of master works from the great baroque, classical and romantic composers
LMA Orchestra - Mozart 'Prague' Symphony at the St Martin-in-the-Fields
The symphony will be played by the London Musical Arts Orchestra, with Sasha Grynyuk on Piano and John Landor as Conductor.
LMA Orchestra - Mozart and Beethoven at the St Martin-in-the-Fields
LMA Orchestra has been resident at the world renowned St Martin-in-the-Fields Church in Trafalgar Square since 1992, giving well over 400 concerts and reaching an audience exceeding 160,000. With a finely balanced mix of the best established professionals and talented young players at the start of their careers, LMA Orchestra perform an exciting repertoire of master works from the great baroque, classical and romantic composers
LMA Orchestra - Summer Songs and Dances at the St Martin-in-the-Fields
LMA Orchestra has been resident at the world renowned St Martin-in-the-Fields Church in Trafalgar Square since 1992, giving well over 400 concerts and reaching an audience exceeding 160,000. With a finely balanced mix of the best established professionals and talented young players at the start of their careers, LMA Orchestra perform an exciting repertoire of master works from the great baroque, classical and romantic composers
LMA Orchestra - Summer Suites and Serenades at the St Martin-in-the-Fields
LMA Orchestra has been resident at the world renowned St Martin-in-the-Fields Church in Trafalgar Square since 1992, giving well over 400 concerts and reaching an audience exceeding 160,000. With a finely balanced mix of the best established professionals and talented young players at the start of their careers, LMA Orchestra perform an exciting repertoire of master works from the great baroque, classical and romantic composers
London Assurance at the Olivier Theatre
Dion Boucicault, the Irish genius of London theatre in the age of Dickens, wrote the brilliantly funny London Assurance in 1841 and thereby created - in Sir Harcourt and Lady Spanker - two of the great comic roles of the English stage, played at the NT by Simon Russell Beale and Fiona Shaw.
Lord Of The Flies at the Open Air
William Golding's classic novel Lord Of The Flies is adapted for the stage.After a group of schoolboys survive a massive plane crash, what starts as a classic desert island adventure quickly becomes a struggle for survival as superstition and immorality sees the community slide into a darkly sinister world.
Love Never Dies at the Adelphi Theatre
Love Never Dies, the sequel to The Phantom of the Opera is Andrew Lloyd Webber's new hit show. Now open at the Adelphi Theatre Love Never Dies is a rollercoaster ride of obsession and intrigue. The Telegraph called it 'Andrew Lloyd Webber's finest show since the original and audiences are flocking to see this hit show night after night.
Love Story at the Duchess Theatre
Michael Ball makes his West End debut as a producer after falling in love with the enchanting new British musical, Love Story.
Lucy Porter - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Lucy Porter is one of the UK's best loved live stand-up comedians. Her TV appearances include Mock the Week, Never Mind the Buzzcocks and Have I Got News For You. She is a firm favourite on BBC Radio 4 and has toured internationally to places such as Cape Town, Las Vegas and Hong Kong.
Luz De Guia at the Sadlers Wells
Multiple Latin Grammy-winner Tomatito (Jose Fernandez Torres) is a celebrated gypsy flamenco guitarist who has produced six solo albums.For his appearance at Sadler's Wells, Tomatito will also be accompanied by gypsy dancer Jose Maya.
Lynda Carter At Last at the Garrick Theatre
Lynda Carter, best known for creating the role of Wonder Woman on television, performs live music from her new solo album for two nights only
Macbeth at the Royal Opera House
Verdi's operatic version of Shakespeare's Macbeth finds the treacherous and scheming couple at its centre make for wonderful operatic villains.
Madama Butterfly at the Royal Opera House
A beautiful staging of a favourite opera brings Puccini's Madama Butterfly back to The Royal Opera repertory. The story of a Japanese geisha's love for an American naval officer moved Puccini to compose music of rare and sensual beauty, but also of heartrending power as the tragedy unfolds to its devastating conclusion.
Manon at the Royal Opera House
MacMillan's three-act ballet Manon is not just one of the great showpieces of The Royal Ballet, for whom it was created, but also now of the classical ballet repertory worldwide.
Manuela Carrasco - Suspiro Flamenco at the Sadlers Wells
Part of Sadler's Wells' Flamenco Festival London.
Mark Dolan - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
In this hilarious stand-up show, the Channel 4 favourite gives his insights into celebrity, politics, married life, and why it is that betting shops have those strange little pens. Don't miss!
Martin Creed Ballet Work 1020 at the Sadlers Wells
Turner prize-winning artist Martin Creed returns with Sadler's Wells co-commission, Work No. 1020, which has earned high critical praise since debuting in the Lilian Baylis Studio and following its hugely successful run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival last summer.
Matthew Bourne's Cinderella at the Sadlers Wells
Set in London during the Second World War, Matthew Bourne's interpretation of Prokofiev's haunting score has, at its heart, a true wartime romance.
Matthew Bourne's Nutcracker at the Sadlers Wells
New Adventures' much loved production of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker is back for a limited Christmas Season
Maxwell's Fullmooners - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
The world's best late-night comedy show returns to the Southbank after 2 sell-out years! Hosted by Andrew Maxwell with comedians, freaks, breakdancers and singers this is a show you should NEVER miss!
Men Should Weep at the Lyttelton
Men Should Weep is a moving and funny portrayal of impoverished 1930s Glasgow, and a raw salute to the human spirit.
Meow Meow at the Apollo Theatre
Back by popular demand and for 3 nights only in London's glittering West End is the international singing sensation and purr-fect post, post post-modern showgirl Meow Meow.
Merchants Of Bollywood at the Peacock Theatre
Following a sell-out run at the Peacock last Spring the glamour and the glitter of Bollywood soars into the Peacock Theatre for a return season. The Merchants of Bollywood charts the history of the world's largest and most prolific film industry, and the dynasty of stars that have lit its way over generations.
Million Dollar Quartet at the Noel Coward Theatre
A smash hit on Broadway and in Chicago, the Tony Award-winning?MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET tells the electrifying story of the night ELVIS PRESLEY, JOHNNY CASH, CARL PERKINS and JERRY LEE LEWIS came together to make music, and ended up making history. Inspired by the actual event, that took place on 4 December 1956 at Sun Records in Memphis,?this ecstatic and engaging musical is a story of fame, friendship, discovery, divided loyalties, professional jealousy and incredible music as four of the music industry's most extraordinary talents, all in their creative prime, made music together for the first and only time in their careers.
Mirror And Music at the Sadlers Wells
Danced by a cast of eight, Mirror and Music explores the simultaneously tangible and intangible nature of music and the reflection we see when we look into the mirror.
Mixed Programme-La Valse at the Royal Opera House
A mixed programme of sheer variety and breadth draws the wonderful potential of ballet into one great event, featuring material by chekhov and music by Tchaikovsky.
Morte D'Arthur - Stratford Upon Avon at the Courtyard Theatre
Thomas Malory's Morte D'Arthur tells 'of the matter of England', written during the violent years of the Wars of the Roses, it reflects the story of King Arthur's attempt to unite his country.
Mrs Warren's Profession at the Harold Pinter Theatre
Written in 1894 but banned from performance until the racy 1920s, Mrs Warren's Profession lays bare the rampant hypocrisy of Victorian society and its constrained morals.
Much Ado About Nothing at the Wyndham's Theatre
David Tennant and Catherine Tate will star in Shakespeare's classic comedy Much Ado About Nothing at the Wyndham's Theatre, opening in May 2011.
My Trip Down The Pink Carpet at the Apollo Theatre
Leslie Jordan (Will and Grace) has created an outrageous tell-all that weaves together a hilarious collection of true life stories.
Naked Boys Singing at the Charing Cross Theatre
Naked Boys Singing! is a musical comedy revue featuring an original score of 16 songs celebrating the splendours of male nudity.
Nation at the Olivier Theatre
Following His Dark Materials, Coram Boy and War Horse, the National stages Mark Ravenhill's exhilarating adaptation of Terry Pratchett's latest witty and challenging adventure story.
Nina Conti-Talk To The Hand at the Menier Chocolate Factory
Following a sell out run at last year's Edinburgh Festival, stand-up and ventriloquist Nina Conti brings her new show Talk to the Hand to the Menier Chocolate Factory.
Niobe, Regina Di Tebe at the Royal Opera House
Neglected until 2008, when it was resurrected at the Schwetzingen Festival, Niobe, Regina Di Tebe tells the story of the Queen of Thebes who angers the gods and is harshly punished.
Noises Off at the Old Vic Theatre
Winner of both Olivier and Tony Awards for Best Comedy, this celebrated play serves up a riotous double bill - a play within a play. Hurtling along at breakneck speed it follows the backstage antics of a touring theatre company as they stumble their way through rehearsals to a shambolic first night and a final disastrous performance.
Northern Ballet Cleopatra at the Sadlers Wells
One of the UK's foremost dance companies, Northern Ballet is renowned for bringing together the dramatic and the classical in its award-winning repertoire. This spring they continue that tradition with a gripping new production, Cleopatra.
Not So Grimm Fairytales - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
All your favourite Grimm characters. Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, Tom Thumb, a handful of princesses, a whirlwind of witches and one weally, weally wicked wolf. are all brought to life in this energetic, colourful, laugh-a- minute show, with music, surprises,a touch of magic and lots of fun for all the family!
Nunsense A-Men at the Arts Theatre
Nunsense A-Men - a hilarious spoof about the misadventures of five nuns trying to manage a fundraiser - with all of the characters being portrayed by male musical comedy performers!
Oddsocks Present Romeo And Juliet at the Arts Theatre
A refreshing interpretation of Shakespeare's most famous tragedy reworked with the light-hearted Oddsocks treatment and beaten with a slapstick straight into the 21st century.
Office Party at the Pleasance Theatre
After sell-out runs at the Barbican Theatre and the Edinburgh Fringe, the show that's a party is back!
Olga Pericet Company - Rosa, Metal y Ceniza at the Sadlers Wells
Olga Pericet is one of the most versatile flamenco bailaoras performing today. Her work spans traditional flamenco through to contemporary and Spanish classical dance.
Oliver! at the Palace Theatre - Manchester
NEVER BEFORE HAS A SHOW GIVEN MORE! Now in its 2nd record-breaking year, Oliver! is one of the most beloved British musicals, vividly bringing to life Dickens' timeless characters with its ever-popular story of the boy who asked for more.
Oliver! - Manchester at the Palace Theatre - Manchester
In a fabulous new production, one of the most beloved British musicals ever, Oliver! is coming to the Palace Theatre, Manchester!
Onassis at the Novello Theatre
Robert Lindsay stars as Onassis with a superb cast of characters portraying his family and the women he loved. First performed to great acclaim at Chichester's Minerva Theatre, this explosive new play by Martin Sherman opens at the Novello Theatre this September for a strictly limited season.
One Man Star Wars - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Canadian actor Charles Ross spent much of his childhood far, far away, watching Star Wars videos. The result of this misspent youth is his hilarious show, where he single-handedly plays all the characters, sings the music, flies the ships, fights the battles and condenses the plots into just sixty minutes!
Onegin at the Royal Opera House
Pushkin's great novel is depicted on stage in Onegin, a story of passion and unrequited love set in Imperial Russia.
Ordinary Days at the Trafalgar Studio Two
When Deb loses her most precious possession--the notes to her graduate thesis--she unwittingly starts a chain of events that turns the ordinary days of four New Yorkers into something extraordinary.Told through a series of intricately connected songs and vignettes, Ordinary Days is an original musical about growing up and enjoying the view. Starring Daniel Boys and Julie Atherton
Pam Ann - Flying High at the Vaudeville Theatre
Pam Ann is the alter ego of Australian comedian Caroline Reid. An emerging icon in gay culture, she portrays the air-hostess Pam Ann, a mixture of drag, camp and glamour!
Park Avenue Cat at the Arts Theatre
One beautiful woman, two Alpha males, a very confused therapist and an eternal triangle as sharp as a pussycat's claw. PARK AVENUE CAT is a new slinky, sexy comedy from Los Angeles writer Frank Strausser.
Party at the Arts Theatre
Tom Basden brings his beguiling and startlingly accomplished Fringe First winning debut play to London's Arts Theatre for a limited West End run.
Patricia Routledge - Facing The Music at the Charing Cross Theatre
Edward Seckerson leads a fascinating conversation with Patricia Routledge about her enthralling career as a stage and screen actress.
Paul Daniels Hair Today Gone Tomorrow - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
In the world of television magic, no one has enjoyed more success than Paul Daniels. From the moment he burst onto our screens, his magic shows have topped the ratings. He is undoubtedly the most successful TV magician of the 20th century, and international sex symbol! He promises not to dance!
Pericles at the Open Air
Continuing the successful series of Shakespeare plays for younger audiences, and making its first appearance at the Open Air Theatre since 1939, Pericles is re-imagined for everyone aged six and over.
Pete Firman - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Spend an evening with the UK's top comedic conjuror. Returning to the Southbank for the third time in a show not to be missed. Expect jaw dropping tricks and side-splitting comedy. Recently seen on 'Comedy Rocks' (ITV1) with Jason Manford.
Peter and the Wolf /Tales of Beatrix Potter at the Royal Opera House
Family fun, beautiful dance and generous helpings of colour, wit and charm are combined in Peter and the Wolf and The Tales of Beatrix Potter.
Peter Grimes at the Royal Opera House
Willy Decker's production of Peter Grimes has its first revival by the Royal Opera, bringing an intense focus to an introverted and judgemental world, in which intolerance leads to tragedy. The music and the drama are deeply intertwined in a great opera of menace and beauty, threat and compassion.
Phantom 25th Anniversary at The Royal Albert Hall at the Royal Albert Hall
To celebrate the 25th birthday of Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical The Phantom Of The Opera, producer Cameron Mackintosh presents this fully staged production at the Royal Albert Hall.
Phillip Escoffey Six More Impossible Things Before Dinner - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Having stormed Edinburgh, Melbourne, Adelaide and Sydney, Philip Escoffey is back with some new impossibilities. If you missed his smash-hit show last year, now?s your chance to catch him.
Placido Domingo and Angela Gheorghiu - O2 at the The O2 Arena
Two of the opera world's most celebrated names will appear in concert together for the first time in the UK this summer, as Angela Gheorghiu and Placido Domingo join forces for a spectacular celebration of song.
Pocket Dream - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Propeller presents a sixty minute version of its award-winning production of A Midsummer Night's Dream , especially devised for young audiences and known as Pocket Dream.
Potted Panto at the Vaudeville Theatre
Potted Panto crams seven much-loved pantomimes into one show! Performed by CBBC's Dan and Jeff, the masterminds behind Potted Potter and Potted Pirates, they now turn their attentions to that British institution, the pantomime.
Potted Potter at the Garrick Theatre
All seven Harry Potter books in seventy minutes. Watch CBBC's Dan and Jeff take on the ultimate challenge, with the help of endless costumes, brilliant songs, ridiculous props, and a generous helping of Hogwarts magic.
Precious Little Talent at the Trafalgar Studio Two
It's Christmas and Londoner Joey flees to New York in a bid to find comfort with her estranged father. Just as the world seems to have shunned her, so will he. A new play by Ella Hickson Winner of the 2011 Pearson Playwright Award.
Priscilla Queen of the Desert at the Palace Theatre
Based on the Oscar-winning film, 'Priscilla' is a Big-Hit Musical. It is the heart warming, uplifting adventure of three friends who hop aboard a battered old bus to take their show to the middle of the Australian outback in search for love and friendship.
Private Lives at the Vaudeville Theatre
Noel Coward's dazzling comic masterpiece provides a riotous show down between two of the screen's most magnetic stars, Kim Cattrall and Matthew Macfadyen.
Private Peaceful - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Private Peaceful relives the life of Private Tommo Peaceful, a young First World War soldier awaiting the firing squad at dawn. During the night he looks back at his short but joyful past growing up in rural Devon: his exciting first days at school; the accident in the forest that killed his father; his adventures with Molly, the love of his life; and the battles and injustices of war that brought him to the front line.
Psy at the Peacock Theatre
The 7 Fingers return to the Peacock Theatre with a brand new circus show, Psy, inspired by the rich and surreal underworld of the human psyche.
Puss In Boots at the Arts Theatre
A tale of an extraordinary cat, who can talk and make up amazing stories!
Pygmalion at the Garrick Theatre
Bernard Shaw's classic play about the transformation of Cockney flower girl Eliza Doolittle and her mentor Henry Higgins. Stars Alistair McGowan and Kara Tointon.
Rambert Dance Company at the Sadlers Wells
Winner of the 2010 Laurence Olivier Award for Outstanding Achievement in Dance, Rambert Dance Company is Britain's national company for contemporary dance, this triple bill includes brand new work as well as the return of critically acclaimed pieces.
Rambert Dance Company at the Sadlers Wells
An inventive and groundbreaking choreographer, Javier De Frutos returns to create a world premiere inspired by the life and work of Tennessee Williams. Set to music from A Streetcar Named Desire, this new work is De Frutos at his very best.
Rambert Dance Company Mixed at the Sadlers Wells
In 2011, Rambert Dance Company celebrates 85 years at the heart of British dance, producing and touring some of the UK's most iconic and memorable dance experiences. This May, audiences have a rare opportunity to enjoy the work of American choreographer, Paul Taylor.
Recital Flamenco at the Sadlers Wells
Featuring a live band and a solo dancer, Recital Flamenco is typical of Poveda's output, remaining faithful to the traditional while mixing in popular flamenco sounds.
Respect La Diva at the Garrick Theatre
With spectacular production values Respect La Diva is a magical live concert featuring an eight-piece band, children's choir, jazzy dance troupe, stunning video and a dab of satire thrown in for good measure!
Rhapsody Sensorium Still Life at the Penguin Cafe at the Royal Opera House
The variety in this mixed programme makes it enticing as much for anyone just discovering the thrill of world class dance as for Royal Ballet regulars. It is a great combination of virtuosity, contrasting moods and beautiful images, with music to match.
Richard Herring - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
As one half of the prolific comedy duo Lee and Herring, Richard Herring enjoyed phenomenal cult success as a writer and performer with shows such as Lionel Nimrod's Inexplicable World, Fist of Fun (BBC Radio 1/BBC Two) and This Morning with Richard Not Judy (BBC Two).
Richard III at the Old Vic Theatre
Sam Mendes returns to the London stage to direct Old Vic Artistic Director Kevin Spacey in the title role of Richard III in the final season of The Bridge Project. This transatlantic endeavour reunites them for the first time since American Beauty, for which they both won BAFTA and Academy Awards.
Road Show at the Menier Chocolate Factory
Road Show, the latest musical by American composer Stephen Sondheim, is to receive its UK premiere. Set in the early part of the twentieth-century, Road Show?tells the true boom-and-bust story of Addison Mizner and his fast-talking brother Wilson, two of the most colourful and outrageous fortune seekers in American history.?
Robin Ince - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Robin Ince - curator of Nine Lessons And Carols For Godless People, co-creator of Radio 4's Infinite Monkey Cage and stand-up comedy trailblazer - is back with a brand new show The Bad Book Club.
Rocket To The Moon at the Lyttelton
Written in 1938 by Clifford Odets, the American master of dazzling, acerbic New York repartee, Rocket to the Moon puts opportunity in the way of a quietly desperate man and waits.
Romeo and Juliet at the Royal Opera House
The timeless story, best known from Shakespeare, matched to the fine score by Prokofiev provided the starting point for what has become a 20th-century ballet classic: an international calling card for the choreographer and a signature work of The Royal Ballet.
Romeo and Juliet - O2 Arena at the The O2 Arena
The Royal Ballet, usually based at the Royal Opera House in London's Covent Garden, will move lock, stock and barrel into the arena for these special ballet performances of Romeo and Juliet.
Romeo and Juliet - Stratford Upon Avon at the Courtyard Theatre
In the instant of a chance meeting two young people fall in love. Impulsively they marry in secret, but in a divided city their innocent union is threatened by a bloody family feud. Directed by Rupert Goold.
Romeo Et Juliette at the Royal Opera House
Shakespeare's tragedy of two young lovers is depicted in Gounod's opera, not seen at the Royal Opera House in over a decade.
Room On The Broom at the Garrick Theatre
A spellbinding new adventure from the creators of The Gruffalo! The witch and her cat are flying happily along on their broomstick when a gust of wind blows her hat, bow and wand away into the night. With the help of a daft dog, a beautiful bird and a friendly frog, the lost belongings are retrieved. But this broomstick's not meant for five and - CRACK! - it snaps in two! When a hungry dragon appears, who will save the poor witch?
Rory Bremner - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
A rare opportunity to enjoy Britain's best known and sharpest impressionist. His unique brand of comedy and satire, with a repertoire of more than 100 characters, has sustained a highly successful career in radio and TV spanning 25 years. He is joined by stylish stand-up Hattie Hayridge (Red Dwarf) and award winning singer and entertainer Ian Shaw.
Rosas - The Song at the Sadlers Wells
A leading light in contemporary dance, Anne Teresa de Keersmaeker returns to Sadler's Wells with her company Rosas to present the UK premiere of The Song.
Rosas Early Works Bartok at the Sadlers Wells
Presented in three parts, the evening includes the dance duet Mikrokosmos, set to a composition by Bela Bartok for two pianos, a musical work by Gyorgy Ligeti, performed by two pianists, and a dance to the Fourth String Quartet by Bela Bartok. All the music is performed live.
Rosas Early Works Elena's Aria at the Sadlers Wells
Elena's Aria is largely the result of Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker questioning her own work, evaluating her past and seeking a way forward. In this production she forgoes the use of repetitive music, using arias instead, and allows the movements to follow their own path regardless of the music.
Rosas Early Works Fase, Four Movements at the Sadlers Wells
This retrospective lets audiences enjoy some rarely seen pieces and experience the talent in the making of the groundbreaking choreographer Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker.
Rosas Early Works Rosas Danst at the Sadlers Wells
Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker is one of the most influential European choreographers of the last 30 years. Working with film, music and theatre, she has been lauded by critics and attracted a popular following for her hypnotically beautiful, minimalist choreography.
Rosas Maria Pages and Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui, Dunas at the Sadlers Wells
Two of the world's most eminent dance makers come together to perform this stunning collaborative work which sets out to create a dialogue between flamenco and contemporary dance.
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead at the Theatre Royal Haymarket
Jamie Parker stars in Tom Stoppard's masterpiece Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead, which will be directed by Trevor Nunn.
Roy Walker - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Roy Walker - star of the phenomenally successful ITV game show 'Catchphrase', comedian with over 30 years stand-up to his name and, over the last five years, cult figure with a whole new fan base from his regular daily 'Carpark Catchphrase' feature on Chris Moyles' BBC Radio 1 breakfast show - brings his successful Edinburgh one-man show to the e4 Udderbelly.
Royal Ballet Mixed Programme at the Royal Opera House
The unique history and identity of The Royal Ballet links three works in a mixed programme that puts to the fore the dancer's power to convey character and emotion.
Ruby Wax - Losing It at the Duchess Theatre
Ruby Wax had it all - career, dream house, husband, kids, so when was the moment she realised she was the 1 in 4. Somewhere between painting her kitchen beige (again), realising she didn't own a life manual or comprehend the contents of a children's party bag?
Saltimbanco - Birmingham at the National Indoor Arena
Saltimbanco is a Cirque du Soleil signature show inspired by the urban fabric of the metropolis and its colorful inhabitants.
Saltimbanco - Newcastle at the Metro Radio Arena
Saltimbanco is a Cirque du Soleil signature show inspired by the urban fabric of the metropolis and its colorful inhabitants.
Saltimbanco - Wembley at the Wembley Arena
Saltimbanco is a Cirque du Soleil signature show inspired by the urban fabric of the metropolis and its colorful inhabitants.
Saltimbanco- Liverpool at the Echo Arena
Saltimbanco is a Cirque du Soleil signature show inspired by the urban fabric of the metropolis and its colorful inhabitants.
Saltimbanco-Glasgow at the SECC
Saltimbanco is a Cirque du Soleil signature show inspired by the urban fabric of the metropolis and its colorful inhabitants.
Saltimbanco-Manchester at the MEN Arena
Saltimbanco is a Cirque du Soleil signature show inspired by the urban fabric of the metropolis and its colorful inhabitants.
Saltimbanco-Nottingham at the Trent FM Arena
Saltimbanco is a Cirque du Soleil signature show inspired by the urban fabric of the metropolis and its colorful inhabitants.
Saltimbanco-Sheffield at the Sheffield Arena
Saltimbanco is a Cirque du Soleil signature show inspired by the urban fabric of the metropolis and its colorful inhabitants.
Santa Claus and the Christmas Adventure at the The Ambassadors Theatre
A truly unforgettable experience, Santa Claus and the Christmas Adventure promises to be the festive treat you won't want to miss - come and join the fun and help Santa save the day!
Scenes De Ballet, Voluntaries.The Rite of Spring at the Royal Opera House
Elegant, moving and thrilling: the last programme of the 2010/11 Season has contrasts to show the wonderful range of The Royal Ballet.
Scott Capurro Where are the Jocks? - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
After the death of his mother, Scott Capurro wades and waddles through the piercing loss of his best friend and coke dealer.
Scott Capurro's Position - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Scott Capurro's Position, London's favourite live comedy chat show comes to the Udderbelly on June 13.
Scottish Ballet Double Bill at the Sadlers Wells
After 2009's hugely successful 40th anniversary performances at Sadler's Wells, Scottish Ballet returns with an atmospheric double bill originally unveiled at this year's Edinburgh International Festival. Kenneth MacMillan's Song of the Earth was created for Stuttgart Ballet in 1965 at the invitation of Artistic Director John Cranko. Set to a live performance of Mahler's song cycle Das Lied von der Erde, the lyrics to which were translated from a collection of eighth century Chinese poems offering bittersweet reflections on human emotion, Song of the Earth explores man's struggle to accept mortality.
Season's Greetings at the Lyttelton
Alan Ayckbourn's masterly Season's Greetings offers a seriously entertaining look at the misery and high jinks of an average family Christmas.
Sex With a Stranger at the Trafalgar Studio Two
Sex With A Stranger is the third play from Stefan Golaszewski, writer of BBC 3's hit sitcom Him & Her.
Shen Yun at the The London Coliseum
Having captivated millions worldwide, New York based Shen Yun Performing Arts is delighted to return to London with a brand new show. Inspired by ancient Chinese culture, Shen Yun presents classical Chinese dance at its best: with 90 dancers, live orchestra, stunning handmade costumes, and graceful dance routines.
Shirley Jones at the Arts Theatre
Legendary Hollywood and Broadway leading lady Shirley Jones makes her UK debut at the Arts Theatre for 12 performances only.
Shirley Valentine at the Trafalgar Studios
Meet Shirley: a middle-aged Liverpudlian housewife who talks to the wall whilst preparing her husband's egg and chips. She's in a rut. What has happened to her life? When her best friend Jane pays for a holiday for two to Greece, she packs her bags, heads for the sun and starts to see the world and herself rather differently.
Shlomo Boxed - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
This epic escapade sees our beatboxing heroes Shlomo and the Vocal Orchestra travel to the future and back via outer space, dropping slick theatrics and soulful vocal gymnastics along the way.
Shlomo Mouthtronica-Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Acclaimed British beatboxer Shlomo takes us on a mad one man musical mashup using nothing but his mouth, a microphone and a loop sampler.
Shoes at the Peacock Theatre
Inspired by one of the great passions of the modern age, Shoes explores the gamut of footwear, from the highs of the Louboutin to the lows of the croc, through interpretive dance.
Showstopper! The Improvised Musical at the The Ambassadors Theatre
A brand new musical with audience input is created from scratch at each performance of this award-winning production, as heard on BBC Radio 4.
Sign Of The Times at the Duchess Theatre
Frank Tollit puts up giant letters on the sides of buildings. From a forty foot 'IKEA' to a five foot 'Comet', Frank's been the master for thirty years. until one day his true aspirations start to shine through.
Simon Boccanegra at the The London Coliseum
A tale of public feuds and private griefs, set against a backdrop of civil war, Simon Boccanegra is revered as one of Verdi's most sublime, mature masterpieces.
Sister Act at the Edinburgh Playhouse
Based on the smash hit movie, Sister Act follows murder witness Deloris as she breathes life into a convent with her singing and dance moves.
Six Degrees Of Separation at the Old Vic Theatre
Based on a true story, a young man comes into the lives of two affulent New York art dealers and ends of changing their lives.
Slava's Snowshow at the Royal Festival Hall
This unmissable visual masterpiece returns to London after a 15 year absence for a strictly limited 3-week season at the Royal Festival Hall this Christmas.
Sleeping Beauty - Royal Ballet at the Royal Opera House
The Sleeping Beauty has become a much-loved classical ballet and a perennial delight that combines in a single work all the charms that ballet has to offer.
Smash at the Menier Chocolate Factory
Smash is Jack Rosenthal's hilarious but scathing look at the journey to get a musical from page to stage, complete with a cantankerous composer, a fantasist lyricist, a neophyte female novelist turned playwright, a cocksure director and a bombastic producer.
Sol Pico Dance Company El Llac at the Sadlers Wells
Catalan dance phenomenon Sol Pico and her multi award-winning company make their first visit to Sadler's Wells with El Llac de les Mosques, a piece that explores the choices we all face in middle age through the medium of a rock 'n' roll concert.
Some Like It Hip Hop at the Peacock Theatre
Some Like it Hip Hop, written by ZooNation founder Kate Prince and Felix Harrison, is the company's first full-length production since the award-winning West End smash hit, Into the Hoods. With a nod to Billy Wilder's much loved film and Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, Some Like it Hip Hop is a comical tale of love, mistaken identity, cross-dressing, gender stereotypes and revolution; all played out in ZooNation's trademark style of hip hop, comedy and physical theatre.
Somewhere Over The David O'Doherty - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
David O'Doherty 2010 Irish Comedian of the Year, 2008 Edinburgh Comedy Award winner, 1990 East Leinster under 14 triple jump bronze medallist is coming to London. There will be standing up, there will be sitting down, there will be a small plastic keyboard from 1986.
South Pacific at the Barbican Theatre
Set during World War II, South Pacific is the sweeping romantic story of two couples, threatened by the realities of war. Its portrayal of Americans stationed in an alien culture in wartime is as relevant today as when it first thrilled audiences.
Spymonkey's Love-In - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Outrageous naughtiness, a pole-dancing Joan of Arc, Jacques Cousteau on acid, a mermaid who can't get up the duff and Tantric ping-pong balls. A new cabaret from the international comedy sensation that Vegas couldn't tame, last seen in their sell-out stage hits Spymonkey's Moby Dick and Cooped.
St Matthew Passion at the Olivier Theatre
Bach's Passion is presented in two parts and retells the dramatic story of the events leading to Christ's crucifixion. Part one includes the last supper and the betrayal and arrest of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, while part two depicts His trial, crucifixion and burial.
State Fair at the Trafalgar Studio Two
Set against the colourful backdrop of an American heartland tradition, State Fair travels with the Frake family as they leave behind the routine of the farm for three days of adventure at the 1946 annual Iowa State Fair.
Sticks, Stones and Broken Bones - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Come Play in the Dark From Montreal, Jeff Achtem transforms bits of junk into surreal shadow puppets. Flying chickens, brain transplants and sneaky Ninjas! In each shadow puppet scene, the audience simultaneously watches the visual transformation of household junk, into shadow puppet cartoons. A feast for the imagination.
Strictly Come Dancing - O2 Arena at the The O2 Arena
Following on from the hugely successful sell out 2011 live tour, shows for 2012 are now on sale! Audiences across the country will get the chance to join celebrities, dance champions and those all important judges for this arena extravaganza.
Strictly Come Dancing - The Professionals at the Hammersmith Apollo
Strictly Come Dancing - The Professionals features the world champion dancers from the smash-hit BBC TV series as they take to the stage for the first time in the ultimate dance extravaganza!
Strictly Come Dancing - Wembley Arena at the Wembley Arena
Following on from the hugely successful sell out 2011 live tour, shows for 2012 are now on sale! Audiences across the country will get the chance to join celebrities, dance champions and those all important judges for this arena extravaganza.
Strictly Gershwin at the The London Coliseum
Strictly Gershwin is a dazzling celebration of George Gershwin and the sparkling age of Hollywood music and dance. Gershwin's sassy tunes, most famously Rhapsody in Blue and An American in Paris, combine with Derek Deane's sensational choreography to conjure up the Silver Screen genius of Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers and Gene Kelly.
Susan Calman's Happy Place - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Susan enjoys dancing to TV theme tunes, confrontations in shops and pretending to be Helen Mirren in Prime Suspect. Come and laugh at simple things that cheer her up. And some stuff that annoys her. Like people who don't say good morning to newsreaders on the television. That's just rude.
Swallows and Amazons at the Vaudeville Theatre
All aboard The Swallow! Follow Captain John and his able crew as they set sail to Wildcat Island on an exotic adventure to encounter savages, capture dastardly pirates and defeat mortal enemies. An action-packed musical adventure for the whole family, Swallows and Amazons is a story of an idyllic era, of endless summer evenings and the beauty of youthful imagination.
Swan Lake at the The London Coliseum
The legend of a young prince finding his true love and a swan princess bewitched by an evil genius, Swan Lake is the jewel in the repertoire of St. Petersburg's Mikhailovsky Theatre.
Swan Lake at the Royal Opera House
Mariinsky Ballet opens the season with their spellbinding production of Konstantin Sergeyev's Swan Lake, based on Petipa and Ivanov's great masterpiece
Sweet Charity at the Theatre Royal Haymarket
Sweet Charity follows the misadventures of love encountered by the gullible and guileless Charity Hope Valentine, a woman who always gives her heart and her dreams to the wrong man; features favourite hits such as Hey, Big Spender, If My Friends Could See Me Now and The Rhythm of Life.
Sweet Nothings at the The Young Vic
Based on Schnitzler's play Liebelei, Sweet Nothings captures the power of sexual longing, the cruelty of tradition and the vulnerability of those in love.
Sylvia at the Royal Opera House
Sylvia, a ballet based on a Greek myth, is composed by Delibes and considered one of the finest 19th century ballet scores.
Tango Fire at the Peacock Theatre
Direct from Buenos Aires, following sell-out seasons in New York, London, Barcelona, Hamburg, and Cape Town, Argentina's hottest dance show returns to the UK with their brand new show Tango Fire - Flames of Desire.
Tanguera at the Sadlers Wells
A cast of over 30 dancers and singers, Tanguera tells a story of unrequited love in early 20th century Buenos Aires.
Tannhauser at the Royal Opera House
Wagner's great battle of the sensual and the spiritual returns to The Royal Opera.
Tap Dogs at the Novello Theatre
Tap Dogs, the global dance phenomenon, has been seen worldwide by over 11 million people. Winner of 11 major international awards including an Olivier for Best Choreography, Tap Dogs has exhilarated theatre audiences across the globe and will now energise and hydrate the West End this summer with an explosion of dance.
Tap Ole at the Peacock Theatre
Expanding their original program to include 4 additional dancers and musicians, Tapeando is a new creation fusing tap dance and Spanish guitar, exploring the infinite sound and choreographic possibilities of this union.
Terrible Advice at the Menier Chocolate Factory
Stanley (Stinky to his friends) and Jake are best friends. Hedda and Delila are best friends. Jake loves Hedda; Stinky loves Delila. Stinky plans to marry Delila. until Jake shares some secrets and then gives him some advice. This world premiere stars Scott Bakula, Sharon Horgan, Andy Nyman and Caroline Quentin.
The Alternative Royal Wedding Reception - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
The only place to be if you haven't been invited to the real thing!
The Beggar's Opera at the Open Air
Don't miss the story of Polly Peachum, her wronged rival Lucy Lockit and Macheath, their irrepressible highwayman lover, as a tangled web of lies and deceit unravels.
The Boy With Tape On His Face - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
The silent show that everyone's talking about. Mime with noise, stand-up with no talking, drama with no acting. This show speaks for itself. 'Hysterically funny. Fight for a ticket' Time Out. Awards include; Foster's Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer Nominee 2010, Best Established Comedian and Best Comedy Adelaide Fringe 2009
The Caretaker at the Trafalgar Studios
Two-time Tony Award winner Jonathan Pryce, stars in Harold Pinter's compelling play, The Caretaker.
The Centaur and the Animal at the Sadlers Wells
Famous for his use of horses as a means of artistic expression, world-renowned rider, director and stage designer, Bartabas and his company Zingaro Equestrian Theatre come to London for the first time.
The Cherry Orchard at the Olivier Theatre
Set at the very start of the twentieth century, Chekov's The Cherry Orchard, captures a poignant moment in Russia's history as the country rolls inexorably towards 1917.
The Children's Hour at the Harold Pinter Theatre
When a schoolgirl's whisper spreads, it triggers a chain of events with extraordinary consequences. Karen Wright (Keira Knightley) and Martha Dobie (Elisabeth Moss) run a girls' boarding school in 1930's New England, where they become entangled in a devastating story of deceit, shame and courage.
The Country Girl at the Apollo Theatre
Martin Shaw and Jenny Seagrove star as a married couple whose relationship is pushed to the brink in Clifford Odets' The Country Girl.
The Crucible at the Open Air
Set amid the Salem witch hunts, The Crucible, arguably Arthur Miller's greatest play, sees a community divided by jealousy and superstition. As witchcraft hysteria takes hold, choices have to be made: conform to survive or uphold your beliefs whatever the consequences.
The Exonerated at the Charing Cross Theatre
Imagine everything you did between the years of 1994 - 2010. Now remove all of it! 16 years were taken away from Sunny Jacobs, convicted and sentenced to death for a crime she did not commit. Culled from interviews, letters, transcripts, case files, and the public record, The Exonerated tells the true stories of six people sent to Death Row for crimes they did not commit, the interweaving stories paint a picture of an American criminal justice system gone horribly wrong
The Fantasticks at the Duchess Theatre
Loosely based on Edmond Rostand's play The Romancers, and taking themes from Shakespeare's Romeo And Juliet and A Midsummer Night's Dream, The Fantasticks tells the story of two neighbouring fathers who forbid their children to see each other, hoping this will actually push them to fall in love.
The Fever Chart at the Trafalgar Studio Two
Internationally acclaimed American playwright Naomi Wallace explores political tensions by grounding them in the human issues of love, life and death.
The Flying Karamazov Brothers at the Vaudeville Theatre
Direct from Broadway, this multi-faceted, mischievous and marvellous show is at the Vaudeville Theatre in London's West End from June 9th, their first visit to London for 17 years.
The Glass Menagerie at the The Young Vic
Tom, a young would-be poet, struggles to support his overbearing and sentimental mother and his delicate, obsessive sister. The subject of this deeply touching, autobiographical play is the most fragile of all human emotions - hope.
The Go!Go!Go! Show at the Leicester Square Theatre
THE GO!GO!GO! Show is an energetic song and dance-fuelled adventure, stacked full of laughs and audience interaction that kids (and adults) of all ages to enjoy.
The Gruffalo at the Lyric Theatre
The Gruffalo returns for a limited Christmas season. Join Mouse on an adventurous journey through the deep dark wood in this magical, musical adaptation of the award winning picture book.
The Habit Of Art at the Lyttelton
Alan Bennett's new play is as much about the theatre as it is about poetry or music. It looks at the unsettling desires of two difficult men, and at the ethics of biography. It reflects on growing old, on creativity and inspiration, and on persisting when all passion's spent: ultimately, on the habit of art.
The Horne Section at the Lyric Theatre
Comedy and Jazz, united at last; live and loud in Alex Horne's hit jazz performance party The Horne Section. From the Edinburgh Fringe, via Soho Theatre and the Union Chapel The Horne Section now arrives for its West End debut.
The Hurly Burly Show at the Garrick Theatre
The Hurly Burly Show, starring Miss Polly Rae, is an all singing, all dancing burlesque inspired revue with a contemporary twist, magically fusing the traditions of burlesque and bawdy cabaret with modern day fashion, music and popular culture.
The Importance Of Being Earnest at the Theatre Royal Haymarket
This hilarious and critically acclaimed production transfers to the West End following a sell-out at one of London's most beloved fringe theatres, the Old Red Lion Theatre in Islington.
The Kitchen at the Olivier Theatre
Arnold Wesker's extraordinary play premiered at the Royal Court in 1959 and has since been performed in over 30 countries. The Kitchen puts the workplace centre stage in a blackly funny and furious examination of life lived at breakneck speed, when work threatens to define who we are.
The Lazy Elf at the Arts Theatre
Based at Santa?s home at the North Pole, Larry (The Lazy Elf) can think of every excuse possible not to finish making toys for delivery on Christmas Day. He really is LAZY!
The Lion In Winter at the Theatre Royal Haymarket
Robert Lindsay and Joanna Lumley star in The Lion in Winter, directed by Trevor Nunn.
The Little Dog Laughed at the Garrick Theatre
The hilarity of Hollywood hypocrisy and what self-deception does to people in the shallow and superficial world of show business is satirized in THE LITTLE DOG LAUGHED. Starring Tamsin Greig and Rupert Friend
The Music of the Blues Brothers - A Tribute at the Arts Theatre
Dig out your sunglasses and get ready to shake your tail feather because the The Music of the Blues Brothers - A Tribute is the most electric rock'n'roll party of the year.
The Night Before Christmas at the The Ambassadors Theatre
Don't miss a truly unique Christmas experience - meet Father Christmas and see a magical story come to life, a great show for the entire family!
The Night Of 1000 Voices at the Royal Albert Hall
In 2010, The Night of 1000 Voices will feature many West End stars and be celebrating its 10th birthday, the 80th birthday of Stephen Sondheim and the 50th Anniversary of this year's charity, Leukaemia and Lymphona Research.
The Nutcracker - English National Ballet at the The London Coliseum
The classic Christmas family treat returns to the Coliseum.
The Nutcracker - Royal Ballet at the Royal Opera House
A magician with secrets, an enchanted gift, a guiding angel and a journey to the Kingdom of Sweets. The seasonal favourite The Nutcracker draws on all the imagination and fantasy of ETA Hoffmann's story of Christmas Eve, when young Clara creeps downstairs for one of her presents, but finds herself instead at the start of a night of magical adventures.
The Nutcracker at The O2 at the The O2 Arena
Ballet will be returning to the world's most successful music and entertainment venue this December.
The Playboy Of The Western World at the Old Vic Theatre
M Synge's comic masterpiece and one of Ireland's greatest plays, The Playboy of the Western World will open at The Old Vic in September and will star Robert Sheehan as Christy Mahon, Ruth Negga as Pegeen Mike and Niamh Cusack as Widow Quinn.
The Power Of Yes at the Lyttelton
Meeting with many of the key players from the financial world, David Hare, author of The Permanent Way and Stuff Happens, has created The Power of Yes: a compelling narrative that investigates the reasons for the finacial meltdown.
The Prisoner Of Second Avenue at the Vaudeville Theatre
Jeff Goldblum stars a man heading towards a nervous breakdown in The Prisoner Of Second Avenue, a black comedy set in 1970's New York.
The Railway Children at the Waterloo Station Theatre
After a record breaking run, E Nesbit's classic The Railway Children, triumphantly steams back into the 'Welcome to Yorkshire theatre' at London Waterloo for a second time with performances from 16 June.
The Rat Pack at the Wyndham's Theatre
Drift back to a glamourous era and join Frank, Sammy and Dean in this all singing, all dancing, production, featuring a plethora of Rat Pack songs.
The Real Thing at the Old Vic Theatre
Toby Stephens is to star in a new production of Tom Stoppard's 1982 play The Real Thing.
The Rivals at the Theatre Royal Haymarket
It's 1775 and the fashionable world descends on Bath to show off their finery, enjoy the gossip and pursue romance. Stars Penelope Keith and Peter Bowles.
The Secret Of Sherlock Holmes at the Duchess Theatre
Following its highly successful UK tour, The Secret of Sherlock Holmes transfers to the West End for a strictly limited 8 Week season.
The Snowman at the Peacock Theatre
Now a major fixture in the Christmas calendar, the stage version of Raymond Briggs' much-loved book continues to delight children as it returns to the Peacock Theatre this Christmas for a limited time only.
The Sooty Christmas Show at the Garrick Theatre
The nation's favourite magical teddy bear returns to The West End this Christmas, to take centre stage in a charming winter treat packed full of giggles.
The Talent at the Sadlers Wells
The Talent is a mixed programme of four works that show off a full range of talent in an explosive feast of live dance fused with film and behind the scenes footage.
The Tempest at the Old Vic Theatre
Sam Mendes returns to direct year two of The Bridge Project at the Old Vic Theatre.
The Tempest at the Theatre Royal Haymarket
Trevor Nunn directs Ralph Fiennes in William Shakespeare's The Tempest as the third production of his electrifying season at the Theatre Royal Haymarket.
The Tsar's Bride at the Royal Opera House
When Tsar Ivan the Terrible selects Marfa as his new bride, a web of romantic and political jealousy and intrigue brings about death and disaster for her and everyone around. The power of the few and privileged can still control - and ruin - the lives of anyone they choose.
The Umbrellas Of Cherbourg at the Gielgud Theatre
It's 1957 and we are in the French port of Cherbourg. Jazz, sailors and vin rouge dance deliciously in the air, and l'amour laps against the shores of the heart! Boy (young auto mechanic Guy Fouchier) loves girl (umbrella shop sales assistant Genevi?ve Emery). They whisper "je t'aime" with the certainty of youth, but when war comes between them, Genevi?ve has to choose between waiting for her homespun hero or plumping for the dashing diamond dealer asking for her hand. quel dilemme!
The Vaudevillains at the Charing Cross Theatre
Everyone is a suspect in this macabre musical of murder - The Vaudevillains is night not to forget!
The Veil at the Lyttelton
May 1822, rural Ireland. The defrocked Reverend Berkeley arrives at the crumbling former glory of Mount Prospect House to accompany seventeen-year-old Hannah to England. She is to be married off to a Marquis in order to resolve the debts of her mother's estate. However, compelled by the strange voices that haunt his beautiful young charge and a fascination with the psychic current that pervades the house, Berkeley proposes a seance, the consequences of which are catastrophic.
The White Guard at the Lyttelton
The National stages Andrew Upton's vigorous new version of Mikhail Bulgakov's rarely performed masterpiece, unrivalled in its depiction of the near-farcical mayhem of civil war across a vast and vivid canvas
The Winter's Tale - Stratford Upon Avon at the Courtyard Theatre
Leontes is the man with the perfect life. Powerful, wealthy and surrounded by a loving family he should be content, but instead he is ill at ease with the world around him and isolated by a destructive jealousy.
Third Floor at the Trafalgar Studio Two
When a young woman buys her first flat it seems that all her dreams are coming true. Then she meets him. Overbearing, brash, and prone to spectacular gaffs, her across-the-hall neighbour is definitely strange - yet strangely attractive. But when an innocent prank goes horribly wrong the newly-formed friendship is pushed to breaking point. Only then do the neighbours realise they don't know as much about each other as they thought they did.
Three Sisters at the Noel Coward Theatre
Chekov's. The Three Sisters is a story of lost people, who are not capable of discovering themselves to the full, but who still want to change the world.
Thrill Me at the Charing Cross Theatre
Stephen Dolginoff's multi-award winning musical Thrill Me - The Leopold and Loeb Story - examines the relationship between Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb - both wealthy, normal and intelligent Chicago students, about to commence training to become lawyers.
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Tina C In The T(ina) Party - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Delicious character comedy from multi award-winning comedian Christopher Green. Country music singer turned White Trash activist Tina C ran for the White House, now she's taking on Sarah Palin and the Tea Party in an evening of bespoke songs and finely honed political comedy - and damn fine legs!
Tom Binns As Ian D Montford - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Ian D Montfort is the Sunderland Psychic who channels dead famous people :'You don't need to be recently bereaved to have a great time this evening.' Celebrities who may or may not make an appearance include Ernie Wise, Charles Darwin, Jesus, Rod Hull, Tony Hart, Jeremy Beadle and Shakespeare.
Top Girls at the Trafalgar Studios
It's Thatcher's England and hard-nosed businesswoman Marlene is hosting a dinner party to celebrate her promotion to MD of the Top Girls Employment Agency. Her guests - all powerful women from myth and history - create an extraordinary gathering.? A provocative study of powerful women in Thatcher's Britain, the play examines the compromises made by women in the quest for success, and what happens to those left behind.
Tosca at the The London Coliseum
A fast-moving story of torture, murder and attempted rape, Puccini's Tosca is a tense political and sexual thriller set in Rome at the time of Napoleon's invasion of Italy.
Traces at the Peacock Theatre
Combining awe-inspiring circus training with infectious urban energy, Les 7 Doigts de la Main (The 7 Fingers) are an astonishingly talented young French-Canadian company who have pioneered a whole new brand of circus. Their show Traces returns to London after a succesful season at the Peacock Theatre last year.
Triple Bill at the The London Coliseum
An exhilarating performance showing the talents of the Mikhailovsky dancers, this programme was greeted with countless curtain calls and critical appreciation when they made their London debut in July 2008.
Un Peu De Tendresse Bordel de Merde at the Sadlers Wells
Award-winning Canadian choreographer Dave St-Pierre makes his long awaited debut at Sadler's Wells with the second part of his wildly successful trilogy of works exploring contemporary utopias.
Vagina Monologues at the Charing Cross Theatre
After a sell-out run in 2009, this newly reimagined version of Eve Ensler's hilarious and provocative classic returns for six exclusive benefit performances.
Vicente Amigo - In Concert at the Sadlers Wells
Latin Grammy Award-winning Vicente Amigo has been dubbed one of the most accomplished flamenco guitarists of his generation.
Waiting For Godot at the Theatre Royal Haymarket
Ian McKellen reprises his role in Samuel Beckett's masterpiece.
We Will Rock You - Edinburgh at the Edinburgh Playhouse
Writer Ben Elton has fashioned a futuristic comedy around more than 24 of Queen?s biggest hit songs delivered in a show that boasts the scale and spectacle that marked Queen?s live performances.
Welcome To Thebes at the Olivier Theatre
Set in the present day, but inspired by ancient myth, Moira Buffini's Welcome to Thebes offers a passionate exploration of an encounter between the world's richest and the world's poorest countries set in the aftermath of a brutal war.
Werther at the Royal Opera House
Star tenor Rolando Villazon returns to The Royal Opera as the epitome of the despairing Romantic poet, Werther.
Wet Weather Cover at the Arts Theatre
Rain. Spain. An epic movie on location. Two actors, two egos. One leaking trailer. Oliver Cotton's new play transfers in for a limited season after a sold out run at The Kings Head.
When Did You Last See My Mother? at the Trafalgar Studio Two
Christopher Hampton's witty, soulful and horribly apos play is a brilliant howl of frustration and sexuality.
When We Are Married at the Garrick Theatre
JB Priestley's most loved British comedy presents three couples in the midst of hilarous mayhem as they hope to celebrate 25 years of marriage.
Wil Anderson Man vs Wil - Udderbelly at the E4 Udderbelly Southbank
Last year Wil Anderson won the People's Choice Award at the Melbourne Comedy Festival and the Aussie version of an Olivier for Best Comedy Performer. Now he's back in London for four nights only.
Wolfboy at the Trafalgar Studio Two
Two boys share an intimate adventure in an institution: Bernie's a Grade 'A' golden boy who has attempted suicide, David's a street hustler who may or may not have the powers of a wolf.
Women Beware Women at the Olivier Theatre
In the Italian court, where wealth secures power and power serves lust, the lascivious Duke can play wherever he chooses. He catches the eye of another's exquisite bride, Bianca. Can a glance secure her fate, a bribe appease her husband?
Woody Sez at the Arts Theatre
Woody Sez is a joyous, toe-tapping, and moving theatrical concert event that uses original folk hero Woody Guthrie's words, and over twenty-five of Woody's songs to transport the audience through the fascinating, beautiful, and sometimes tragic life of Woody Guthrie.
Yes, Prime Minister at the Gielgud Theatre
After a sell out season last year, this brilliant political play makes a return to the West End.
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