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Archive London Theatre News October 2026

The Notebook Musical Is Coming to the West End in Spring 2027

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The Notebook Musical Is Coming to the West End in Spring 2027

“Stop thinking about what other people want. What do you want? WHAT DO YOU WANT?” We know what we...

23 Oct, 2026 | By Hay Brunsdon

Jane Krakowski to Star in Oh, Mary! as West End Hit Extends to June 2027

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Jane Krakowski to Star in Oh, Mary! as West End Hit Extends to June 2027

There’s a new heir to the bratty little ringlets! Olivier Award-winning comedy Oh, Mary! has exte...

22 Oct, 2026 | By Hay Brunsdon

Amit Sharma on the Importance of Representation in Theatre

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Amit Sharma on the Importance of Representation in Theatre

Some might hesitate about programming a play about death for the Christmas period, but Amit Sharm...

22 Oct, 2026 | By Lyn Gardner

Everything You Need to Know About Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: Cast, Songs & London Tickets

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Everything You Need to Know About Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: Cast, Songs & London Tickets

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory The Musical returns to the West End, but this time with a brand...

22 Oct, 2026 | By Hay Brunsdon

The History Boys to Return to the West End for the First Time in 20 Years

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The History Boys to Return to the West End for the First Time in 20 Years

The History Boys will return to the West End for the first time in 20 years, with Alan Bennett’s ...

22 Oct, 2026 | By Hay Brunsdon

Calling all Freshers: Don't miss Avenue Q

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Calling all Freshers: Don't miss Avenue Q

With three months before Avenue Q closes at the Shaftesbury Theatre, I thought it my duty to impl...

21 Oct, 2026 | By Tess Thompson

High School Musical Review

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High School Musical Review

Like many others, I’d say I’m a self-proclaimed Queen of Teen Movie Quotes, Mayor of Nostalgia To...

21 Oct, 2026 | By Hay Brunsdon

Everything you need to know about Legally Blonde

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Everything you need to know about Legally Blonde

Ohmigod, you guys! Legally Blonde is back in London’s West End after more than 15 years and we co...

20 Oct, 2026 | By Alicia Bridge

Lyn Gardner's Weekly Picks

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Lyn Gardner's Weekly Picks

The big opening this week is undoubtedly Robert Icke’s take on The Lives of Others, Florian Henck...

19 Oct, 2026 | By Lyn Gardner