The Top Theatre Shows in London Right Now

The best theatre shows in London this Spring. From the glittering West End to the charming stages of Crouch End, from hit plays to laugh-out-loud comedies, London Theatre has it all.

As the sun rears its head and the streets fill with those who consider 19 degrees to be ‘summer’, Spring can be a saturated time to go theatre. So, take a look at our guide, and figure out which of these quality productions you want to see before subjecting yourself to the thronging hoardes of West End theatre goers. 

So whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned theatregoer, one thing is certain, it's going to be an exciting start to the summer season! Check out our guide to some of the best…


Heisenberg

Arcola Theatre 9 Apr 2025 to 10 May 2025

A queer reimagining of Simon Stephens’ story of love, identity and human connection.


The Fit Prince

King’s Head Theatre 2 Dec 2025 to 3 Jan 2026

Grab your bags, you’re going to Swedonia for the ultimate queer parody of all the cringeworthy romcoms!


The Fifth Step

The Fifth Step_Martin Freeman_Jack Lowden
The Fifth Step_Martin Freeman_Jack Lowden

@sohoplace 12 May 2025 to 26 Jul 2025

A funny and unflinchingly honest drama about addiction, masculinity and faith.


We Aren’t Kids Anymore

Nigel Harman (Casualty, Downton Abbey, EastEnders) and Cassius Hackforth
Nigel Harman and Cassius Hackforth

Savoy Theatre 28 Apr 2025

Nigel Harman and Cassius Hackforth join the star-studded line-up in the premiere of Drew Gasparini's new musical.


(THIS IS NOT A) HAPPY ROOM

Rosie Day & Jonny Weldon Production Image
Rosie Day & Jonny Weldon Production Image

King’s Head Theatre 31 Mar 2025 to 27 Apr 2025

Hailed as Saltburn meets Schitt’s Creek,, Rosie Day’s dark comedy premieres at King’s Head Theatre before coming to Windsor in May.


SABRAGE

Lafayette 15 Mar 2025 to 6 Jul 2025

The world première of Sabrage is set to take London by storm at Lafayette in King’s Cross.


Plied & Prejudice

The Vaults 13 Mar 2025 to 18 May 2025

A side-splitting parody of Jane Austen’s classic novel, at Darcy’s Booziest ball.


Scenes from a Repatriation

Royal Court Theatre 25 Apr 2025 to 24 May 2025

Joel Tan’s shape-shifting play, stirring up centuries of ghosts.


North by Northwest

Rehearsal Image - Simon Oskarsson (Valerian), Ewan Wardrop (Roger Thornhill), Katy Owen (The Professor) and Mirabelle Gremaud (Anna) - photographer Steve Tanner
Rehearsal Image - Simon Oskarsson (Valerian), Ewan Wardrop (Roger Thornhill), Katy Owen (The Professor) and Mirabelle Gremaud (Anna) - photographer Steve Tanner

Alexandra Palace 11 Jun 2025 to 22 Jun 2025

It would be strange, would it not, if, in a city of seven million people, one man were never mistaken for another...


STOREHOUSE

Deptford Storehouse 4 Jun 2025 to 20 Sep 2025

One of the most ambitious, large-scale, immersive, large-scale theatre events ever staged!


Here We Go Again

Stevie Doc and Tobias Turley Cadogan Hall

Cadogan Hall 10 May 2025

West End stars Stevie Doc and Tobias Turley to perform at Cadogan Hall for one off concert.


F**KING MEN

F**KING MEN

Waterloo East Theatre 22 Mar 2025 to 4 May 2025

Tony Award-Winning playwright Joe DiPietro’s F**king Men returns to London for a final season.